What is the cheapest way to get from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore?

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore is to drive which costs €5 - €9 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore?

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore is to drive which takes 35 min and costs €5 - €9.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Santa Maria Maggiore?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Locarno FART and arriving at S. Maria Maggiore. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore?

The distance between Locarno and Santa Maria Maggiore is 31 km. The road distance is 32.4 km.

How do I travel from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore without a car?

The best way to get from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore without a car is to line 72 train which takes 1h 3m and costs €7 - €10.

How long does it take to get from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore?

The line 72 train from Locarno FART to S. Maria Maggiore takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore train from?

Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore train services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno FART station.

Where does the Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore train arrive?

Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore train services, operated by FART, arrive at S. Maria Maggiore station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore is 32 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore.

Where can I stay near Santa Maria Maggiore?

There are 2237+ hotels available in Santa Maria Maggiore.

Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore - 3 ways to travel via line 72 train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore by train, car, or bus

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Line 72 train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to S. Maria Maggioretrain 72 / ...
1h 3m
€7–10
Drive 32.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiorecar 32.4 km
35 min
€6–9
Bus, line 72 train
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Intragna, Pontebus 324
2. Take the train from Intragna to S. Maria Maggioretrain 72 / ...
1h 23m
€9–12

Locarno to Santa Maria Maggiore by train

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1h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.6 km
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Santa Maria Maggiore, Piemonte, Italy?

FART operates a train from Locarno FART to S. Maria Maggiore hourly. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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