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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Portofino is to train via Monza which costs €29 - €40 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Portofino is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Portofino?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Portofino. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at S.Margherita L.-Port via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Locarno to Portofino?

The distance between Locarno and Portofino is 345 km. The road distance is 274.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Portofino without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs €75 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Locarno to Portofino, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Portofino train from?

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

Where does the Locarno to Portofino train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Portofino?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Portofino is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Locarno to Portofino.

Where can I stay near Portofino?

There are 4758+ hotels available in Portofino.

Locarno to Portofino - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Locarno to Portofino 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 S.Margherita L.-Porttrain Ic
4h 51m
€77–189
Train via Monza
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monzatrain Re80
2. Take the train from Monza to S.Margherita Ligure Portofinotrain Re13
6h 31m
€29–38
Drive 274.5 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Portofinocar 274.5 km
3h 10m
€48–70

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Distance: 345.2 km
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Portofino via Milano Centrale and S.Margherita L.-Port in around 4h 51m.

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