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

The cheapest way to get from Padova to Locarno is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Padova to Locarno is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Padova and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Padova to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Padua and arriving at Varallo - Roccapietra - Posta Via Varalli, 39 via Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2, Novara - Viale Ferrucci, 26 and Romagnano Sesia - Via Mazzini 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Padova and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Padova to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Padova and arriving at Orta-Miasino via Milano Centrale and Novara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Padova to Locarno?

The distance between Padova and Locarno is 352 km. The road distance is 335 km.

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

The best way to get from Padova to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs €100 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Padova to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Padova to Locarno bus from?

Padova to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Padua station.

Where do I catch the Padova to Locarno train from?

Padova to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Padova station.

Train or bus from Padova to Locarno?

The best way to get from Padova to Locarno is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs €100 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Padova to Locarno bus arrive?

Padova to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Padova to Locarno train arrive?

Padova to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Padova to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Padova to Locarno is 335 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Padova to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2413+ hotels available in Locarno.

Padova to Locarno - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Padova to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Padova to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Novaratrain
3. Take the train from Novara to Orta-Miasinotrain Re
5h 21m
€104–197
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Padua to Milanbus 1470
9h 4m
€33–56
Drive 335 km
1. Drive from Padova to Locarnocar 335 km
3h 17m
€53–76
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Padova to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Vercellitrain
3. Take the bus from Vercelli Autostazione C.So Gastaldi to Quarona Via P.Rolandi Fr.187bus 50
5h 39m
€43–77
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Padova to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Vercellitrain
3. Take the bus from Vercelli Autostazione C.So Gastaldi to Quarona Via P.Rolandi Fr.187bus 50
5h 39m
€46–119

Padova to Locarno by train and bus

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Distance: 352.2 km
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Padova, Italy and Locarno, Italy?

You can take a train from Padova to Locarno via Milano Centrale, Novara, and Orta-Miasino in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Padua to Milan once daily. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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