What is the cheapest way to get from Locarno to Tirano?

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Tirano is to train via Lecco which costs €18 - €27 and takes 7h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Locarno to Tirano?

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Tirano is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Tirano?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Tirano. However, there are services departing from Orta-Miasino and arriving at Tirano via Novara and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Locarno to Tirano?

The distance between Locarno and Tirano is 278 km. The road distance is 228.3 km.

How do I travel from Locarno to Tirano without a car?

The best way to get from Locarno to Tirano without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs €85 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Locarno to Tirano?

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Locarno to Tirano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Tirano train from?

Locarno to Tirano train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Orta-Miasino station.

Where does the Locarno to Tirano train arrive?

Locarno to Tirano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Novara station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Tirano?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Tirano is 228 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Locarno to Tirano.

Where can I stay near Tirano?

There are 1036+ hotels available in Tirano.

Locarno to Tirano - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Tirano by train (Trenitalia), car, bus, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Orta-Miasino to Novaratrain Re
2. Take the train from Novara to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Tiranotrain Re8
6h 11m
€86–108
Train via Lecco
cheapest
1. Take the train from Novara to Milano Porta Garibalditrain S6
2. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Leccotrain S8 / ...
3. Take the train from Lecco to Tiranotrain Re8
7h 23m
€18–27
Drive 228.3 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Tiranocar 228.3 km
3h 16m
€37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Quarona Via P.Rolandi Cabina Enel to Vercelli Autostazione C.So Gastaldibus 50
2. Take the train from Vercelli to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Tiranotrain Re8
6h 27m
€23–34

Locarno to Tirano by bus and train

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6h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 277.9 km
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Locarno, Italy and Tirano, Italy?

You can take a vehicle from Locarno to Tirano via Orta-Miasino, Novara, and Milano Centrale in around 6h 11m.

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