What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore is to bus and train which costs €9 - €50 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore?

The fastest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Lake Lucerne and Lake Maggiore?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flüelen and arriving at Locarno. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore?

The distance between Lake Lucerne and Lake Maggiore is 140 km. The road distance is 216 km.

How do I travel from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €45 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore?

The train from Flüelen to Locarno takes 2h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore train from?

Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, depart from Flüelen station.

Where does the Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore train arrive?

Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, arrive at Locarno station.

Can I drive from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore is 216 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore.

How do I get a train ticket from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore?

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Where can I stay near Lake Maggiore?

There are 5216+ hotels available in Lake Maggiore.

Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flüelen to Locarnotrain Ir46 / ...
2h 12m
€45–65
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luzern, Bahnhof to Lugano Stazionebus
2. Take the train from Lugano to Locarnotrain Re80
2h 41m
€9–49
Drive 216 km
1. Drive from Lucerne to Stresacar 216 km
2h 54m
€38–54

Lake Lucerne to Lake Maggiore by train

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2h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.4 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Lake Lucerne, Switzerland and Lake Maggiore, Italy?

Schweizerische Südostbahn AG operates a train from Flüelen to Locarno hourly. Tickets cost €45–65 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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