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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Zurich is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 60 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Zurich is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 110.

Is there a direct train between Lake Maggiore and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Locarno and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Lake Maggiore to Zurich?

The distance between Lake Maggiore and Zurich is 174 km. The road distance is 252.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Maggiore to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Lake Maggiore to Zurich, including transfers.

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

Lake Maggiore to Zurich train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Bellinzona station.

Where does the Lake Maggiore to Zurich train arrive?

Lake Maggiore to Zurich train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Lake Maggiore to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Maggiore to Zurich is 253 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Lake Maggiore to Zurich.

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1232+ hotels available in Zurich.

Lake Maggiore to Zurich - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Lake Maggiore to Zurich by train (Trenitalia), car, train, or plane

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2h 29m
CHF 42–102
Drive 252.8 km
1. Drive from Stresa to Zurichcar 252.8 km
3h 23m
CHF 42–60
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Laveno Mombello Lago to Varese Nordtrain
2. Take the train from Varese to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
4h 6m
CHF 75–221
Train via Lugano
1. Take the train from Locarno to Luganotrain Re80 / ...
2. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ic2 / ...
2h 52m
CHF 63–226
Train #2
1. Take the train from Locarno to Zürich HBtrain Ir46
3h 22m
CHF 70–220

Lake Maggiore to Zurich by train (Trenitalia)

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.1 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hb hourly. Tickets cost CHF 35–80 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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