What is the cheapest way to get from Locarno to Cinque Terre?

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Cinque Terre is to train via Monza which costs €20 - €29 and takes 7h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Locarno to Cinque Terre?

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Cinque Terre is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Cinque Terre?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Cinque Terre. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Corniglia via Milano Centrale and Monterosso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Locarno to Cinque Terre?

The distance between Locarno and Cinque Terre is 327 km. The road distance is 340 km.

How do I travel from Locarno to Cinque Terre without a car?

The best way to get from Locarno to Cinque Terre without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €60 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Locarno to Cinque Terre?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Locarno to Cinque Terre, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Cinque Terre train from?

Locarno to Cinque Terre train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno station.

Where does the Locarno to Cinque Terre train arrive?

Locarno to Cinque Terre train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Cinque Terre?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Cinque Terre is 340 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Locarno to Cinque Terre.

Where can I stay near Cinque Terre?

There are 5700+ hotels available in Cinque Terre.

Locarno to Cinque Terre - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Locarno to Cinque Terre by train (Trenitalia), car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Monterossotrain Ic
5h 50m
€64–175
Train via Monza
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monzatrain Re80
2. Take the train from Monza to Levantotrain Re13
7h 43m
€20–28
Drive 340 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Cinque Terrecar 340 km
4h 9m
€60–86

Locarno to Cinque Terre by train

104Weekly Trains

5h 50mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 326.5 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Cinque Terre, Italy?

You can take a train from Locarno to Corniglia via Milano Centrale and Monterosso in around 5h 50m.

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