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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Schaffhausen is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 60 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Schaffhausen is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Schaffhausen?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Schaffhausen. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Schaffhausen via Bellinzona and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Locarno to Schaffhausen?

The distance between Locarno and Schaffhausen is 220 km. The road distance is 241.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Schaffhausen without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 52m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Locarno to Schaffhausen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Schaffhausen train from?

Locarno to Schaffhausen train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Bellinzona station.

Where does the Locarno to Schaffhausen train arrive?

Locarno to Schaffhausen train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Schaffhausen?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Schaffhausen is 241 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Locarno to Schaffhausen.

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

Book your Locarno to Schaffhausen train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Schaffhausen?

There are 652+ hotels available in Schaffhausen.

Locarno to Schaffhausen - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Schaffhausen by train (Trenitalia), car, train, or plane

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Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Schaffhausentrain Re48 / ...
3h 52m
CHF 57–151
Drive 241.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Schaffhausencar 241.5 km
3h 4m
CHF 40–58
Train, 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 Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
4. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Schaffhausentrain
5h 51m
CHF 89–342
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Zürich HBtrain Ir46
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Schaffhausentrain Re48 / ...
4h 18m
CHF 85–254

Locarno to Schaffhausen by train

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3h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 220.4 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Schaffhausen via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 3h 52m.

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