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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Lucerne is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Lucerne is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 26m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

Is there a direct train between Lake Maggiore and Lucerne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Locarno and arriving at Luzern. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Lake Maggiore to Lucerne?

The distance between Lake Maggiore and Lucerne is 157 km. The road distance is 214.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Maggiore to Lucerne without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 26m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Lake Maggiore to Lucerne, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lake Maggiore to Lucerne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Maggiore to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Maggiore to Lucerne is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Lake Maggiore to Lucerne.

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

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Where can I stay near Lucerne?

There are 674+ hotels available in Lucerne.

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

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

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Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Bellinzonatrain Ir46 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
2h 26m
CHF 46–69
Drive 214.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Stresa to Lucernecar 214.1 km
2h 57m
CHF 36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Luzerntrain Ir26 / ...
3h 8m
CHF 50–80

Lake Maggiore to Lucerne by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Luzern via Bellinzona in around 2h 26m.

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