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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio is to train which costs €13 - €19 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Maggiore and Sondrio?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio. However, there are services departing from Lugano, Stazione Nord and arriving at Sondrio via Chiavenna FS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Maggiore and Sondrio?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Sondrio via Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio?

The distance between Lake Maggiore and Sondrio is 215 km. The road distance is 187.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs €13 - €19.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Maggiore to Sondrio bus from?

Lake Maggiore to Sondrio bus services, operated by PostAuto AG, depart from Lugano, Stazione Nord station.

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

Lake Maggiore to Sondrio train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Locarno station.

Train or bus from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio?

The best way to get from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs €13 - €19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €35 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Lake Maggiore to Sondrio bus arrive?

Lake Maggiore to Sondrio bus services, operated by PostAuto AG, arrive at Chiavenna, Stazione station.

Where does the Lake Maggiore to Sondrio train arrive?

Lake Maggiore to Sondrio train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Monza station.

Can I drive from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Maggiore to Sondrio is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio.

Where can I stay near Sondrio?

There are 989+ hotels available in Sondrio.

Lake Maggiore to Sondrio - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Maggiore to Sondrio by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monzatrain Re80
2. Take the train from Monza to Sondriotrain Re8 / ...
4h 11m
€13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Chiavenna, Stazionebus 631
2. Take the bus from Chiavenna FS to Sondriobus A1
6h 7m
€13–34
Drive 187.1 km
1. Drive from Stresa to Sondriocar 187.1 km
2h 25m
€31–44
Train via Monza
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monzatrain Re80
2. Take the train from Monza to Sondriotrain Re8 / ...
4h 22m
€46–71

Lake Maggiore to Sondrio by train

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Distance: 215 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Lake Maggiore, Italy and Sondrio, Italy?

You can take a train from Locarno to Sondrio via Monza in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Locarno to Sondrio via Lugano, Lugano, Stazione Nord, and Chiavenna FS in around 6h 7m.

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