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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Geneva is to drive which costs SFr 45 - SFr 70 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Geneva is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Locarno FART and arriving at Genève via Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Locarno to Geneva?

The distance between Locarno and Geneva is 289 km. The road distance is 286.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Locarno to Geneva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Geneva train from?

Locarno to Geneva train services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno FART station.

Where does the Locarno to Geneva train arrive?

Locarno to Geneva train services, operated by FART, arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Geneva is 286 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Locarno to Geneva.

How do I get a train ticket from Locarno to Geneva?

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Where can I stay near Geneva?

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Locarno to Geneva - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Locarno to Geneva by train (Trenitalia), car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Genèvetrain Ec
5h 32m
CHF 60–153
Train via Brig
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Brig to Genèvetrain Ir95 / ...
5h 48m
CHF 46–143
Drive 286.1 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Genevacar 286.1 km
4h 16m
CHF 48–69
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
4h 27m
CHF 155–409
Train via Monthey
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Bextrain Ec
3. Take the train from Bex to Genèvetrain Ir
6h 24m
CHF 75–148
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane MXP - GVA
7h 24m
CHF 73–254
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monzatrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane LIN - GVA
5h 35m
CHF 79–291

Locarno to Geneva by train

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Distance: 288.9 km
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Geneva, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Locarno FART to Genève via Domodossola in around 5h 32m.

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