What is the cheapest way to get from Novara to Swiss Alps?

The cheapest way to get from Novara to Swiss Alps is to bus and train via Lugano which costs SFr 18 - SFr 29 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Novara to Swiss Alps?

The fastest way to get from Novara to Swiss Alps is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Novara and Swiss Alps?

No, there is no direct train from Novara to Swiss Alps. However, there are services departing from Novara Nord and arriving at Airolo via Busto Arsizio Nord and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Novara to Swiss Alps?

The distance between Novara and Swiss Alps is 193 km. The road distance is 185.4 km.

How do I travel from Novara to Swiss Alps without a car?

The best way to get from Novara to Swiss Alps without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs SFr 13 - SFr 80.

How long does it take to get from Novara to Swiss Alps?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Novara to Swiss Alps, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Novara to Swiss Alps train from?

Novara to Swiss Alps train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Busto Arsizio Nord station.

Where does the Novara to Swiss Alps train arrive?

Novara to Swiss Alps train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Novara to Swiss Alps?

Yes, the driving distance between Novara to Swiss Alps is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Novara to Swiss Alps.

Where can I stay near Swiss Alps?

There are 359+ hotels available in Swiss Alps.

Novara to Swiss Alps - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Novara to Swiss Alps by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Busto Arsizio Nord to Bellinzonatrain S50
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Airolotrain Ir46 / ...
5h 45m
CHF 14–79
Bus, train via Lugano
1. Take the bus from Novara to Luganobus
2. Take the train from Lugano to Biascatrain S10 / ...
3. Take the bus from Biasca, Stazione to Airolo, Stazionebus 120
6h 28m
CHF 18–29
Drive 185.4 km
1. Drive from Novara to Swiss Alpscar 185.4 km
2h 17m
CHF 31–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Novara, P.za Garibaldi to Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2bus flibco
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Airolotrain S50
6h 22m
CHF 19–32

Novara to Swiss Alps by train and bus

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.2 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Novara, Italy and Swiss Alps, Canton Ticino, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Novara Nord to Gotthard Passhöhe via Busto Arsizio Nord, Bellinzona, Airolo, and Airolo, Stazione in around 5h 45m.

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