What is the cheapest way to get from Locarno to Lago di Garda?

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Lago di Garda is to train via Milan which costs €14 - €18 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Locarno to Lago di Garda?

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Lago di Garda is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €55 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Lago di Garda?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Lago di Garda. However, there are services departing from Lugano Stazione and arriving at Peschiera - Piazza Betteloni via Verona Porta Nuova Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Lago di Garda?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Lago di Garda. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Locarno to Lago di Garda?

The distance between Locarno and Lago di Garda is 221 km. The road distance is 242.6 km.

How do I travel from Locarno to Lago di Garda without a car?

The best way to get from Locarno to Lago di Garda without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €55 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Locarno to Lago di Garda?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Locarno to Lago di Garda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Lago di Garda bus from?

Locarno to Lago di Garda bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Lugano Stazione station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Lago di Garda train from?

Locarno to Lago di Garda train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno station.

Train or bus from Locarno to Lago di Garda?

The best way to get from Locarno to Lago di Garda is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs €55 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €60 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Locarno to Lago di Garda bus arrive?

Locarno to Lago di Garda bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Verona Porta Nuova station.

Where does the Locarno to Lago di Garda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Lago di Garda?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Lago di Garda is 243 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Locarno to Lago di Garda.

Where can I stay near Lago di Garda?

There are 6829+ hotels available in Lago di Garda.

Locarno to Lago di Garda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Locarno to Lago di Garda by train (Trenitalia), bus, 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 Desenzano Garda-Sirmtrain Fr
3h 28m
€56–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano Stazione to Verona Porta Nuovabus
5h 47m
€14–56
Drive 242.6 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Riva del Gardacar 242.6 km
3h 36m
€43–62
Train via Desenzano
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzanotrain 8977 / ...
3h 45m
€54–151
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmionetrain Re6
4h 3m
€14–18

Locarno to Lago di Garda by train

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Distance: 221.1 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Lago di Garda, Italy?

You can take a train from Locarno to Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Milano Centrale in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, Zlatan Prevoz doo operates a bus from Lugano Stazione to Verona Porta Nuova once a week. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 2h 41m.

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