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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Zurich is to drive which costs SFr 45 - SFr 70 and takes 4h 1m.

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 4h 1m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

How far is it from Locarno to Zurich?

The distance between Locarno and Zurich is 343 km. The road distance is 282.6 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 taxi and train which takes 4h 23m and costs SFr 150 - SFr 240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Locarno to Zurich, including transfers.

Can I drive from Locarno to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Zurich is 283 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Locarno to Zurich.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1255+ hotels available in Zurich.

Locarno to Zurich - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Locarno to Zurich by taxi, train, car, or bus

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Locarno to Stresataxi
2. Take the train from Stresa to Berntrain Ec
3. Take the train from Bern to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
4h 23m
CHF 156–236
Drive 282.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Zurichcar 282.6 km
4h 1m
CHF 48–69
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 Luganotrain
4. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ic2 / ...
7h 23m
CHF 116–180

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Distance: 342.5 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

There is no direct connection from Locarno to Zurich. However, you can take the taxi to Stresa, take the train to Bern, then take the train to Zürich HB. Alternatively, you can drive from Locarno to Zurich in around 4h 1m.

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