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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Verbania is to drive which costs €7 - €11 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Verbania is to drive which takes 46 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Verbania?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Verbania. However, there are services departing from Locarno, Debarcadero and arriving at Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci via Brissago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct ferry between Locarno and Verbania?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Locarno and arriving at Isola Madre. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Locarno to Verbania?

The distance between Locarno and Verbania is 41 km. The road distance is 40.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Verbania without a car is to line 316 bus and line 26 bus which takes 2h 13m and costs €7 - €11.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Locarno to Verbania, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Verbania bus from?

Locarno to Verbania bus services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno, Debarcadero station.

Where does the Locarno to Verbania bus arrive?

Locarno to Verbania bus services, operated by FART, arrive at Brissago, Posta station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Verbania?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Verbania is 40 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Locarno to Verbania.

Where can I stay near Verbania?

There are 4035+ hotels available in Verbania.

Locarno to Verbania - 3 ways to travel via line 316 bus, line 26 bus, and ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Locarno to Verbania by bus, ferry, or car

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Line 316 bus, line 26 bus
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1. Take the bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Brissago, Postabus 316
2. Take the bus from Brissago to Pallanza - Piazza Gramscibus 26
2h 13m
€8–10
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Locarno to Isola Madreferry 201
3h
€9–13
Drive 40.5 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Verbaniacar 40.5 km
46 min
€8–11

Locarno to Verbania by bus

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Distance: 40.9 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci via Brissago in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Locarno to Isola Madre once daily. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 3h.

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