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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 65 and takes 9h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Zurich is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Varallo - Roccapietra - Posta Via Varalli, 39 and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Romagnano Sesia - Stazione Ferroviaria, Novara, P.za Garibaldi and Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Orta-Miasino and arriving at Zürich HB via Domodossola, Brig and Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Locarno to Zurich?

The distance between Locarno and Zurich is 337 km. The road distance is 284.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Locarno to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Zurich bus from?

Locarno to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Milan station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Zurich?

The best way to get from Locarno to Zurich is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 65 and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Locarno to Zurich bus arrive?

Locarno to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Locarno to Zurich train arrive?

Locarno to Zurich train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Zurich is 284 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Locarno to Zurich.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1230+ hotels available in Zurich.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Orta-Miasino to Domodossolatrain Re
2. Take the train from Brig to Berntrain Ic8 / ...
3. Take the train from Bern to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
5h 30m
CHF 136–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milan to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N474
9h 23m
CHF 34–61
Drive 284.3 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Zurichcar 284.3 km
3h 59m
CHF 47–68
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Quarona Via P.Rolandi Cabina Enel to Vercelli Autostazione C.So Gastaldibus
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
5h 54m
CHF 80–202
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 Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
6h 33m
CHF 63–120

Locarno to Zurich by bus and train

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Distance: 337 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Locarno, Italy and Zurich, Switzerland?

You can take a vehicle from Locarno to Zürich HB via Orta-Miasino, Domodossola, Brig, and Bern in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Milan to Zurich Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost CHF 22–40 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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