What is the cheapest way to get from Parma to Lake Maggiore?

The cheapest way to get from Parma to Lake Maggiore is to bus and train which costs €17 - €28 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Parma to Lake Maggiore?

The fastest way to get from Parma to Lake Maggiore is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Parma and Lake Maggiore?

No, there is no direct bus from Parma to Lake Maggiore. However, there are services departing from Parma and arriving at Locarno, Piazza Stazione via Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Parma and Lake Maggiore?

No, there is no direct train from Parma to Lake Maggiore. However, there are services departing from Parma and arriving at Locarno via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Parma to Lake Maggiore?

The distance between Parma and Lake Maggiore is 234 km. The road distance is 212.8 km.

How do I travel from Parma to Lake Maggiore without a car?

The best way to get from Parma to Lake Maggiore without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs €50 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Parma to Lake Maggiore?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Parma to Lake Maggiore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parma to Lake Maggiore bus from?

Parma to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Parma station.

Where do I catch the Parma to Lake Maggiore train from?

Parma to Lake Maggiore train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Parma station.

Train or bus from Parma to Lake Maggiore?

The best way to get from Parma to Lake Maggiore is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs €50 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Parma to Lake Maggiore bus arrive?

Parma to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Bellinzona Station.

Where does the Parma to Lake Maggiore train arrive?

Parma to Lake Maggiore train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Parma to Lake Maggiore?

Yes, the driving distance between Parma to Lake Maggiore is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Parma to Lake Maggiore.

Where can I stay near Lake Maggiore?

There are 6135+ hotels available in Lake Maggiore.

Parma to Lake Maggiore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Parma to Lake Maggiore by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Parma to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
3h 32m
€53–165
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parma to Saronnobus 518
2. Take the train from Saronno to Laveno Mombello Lagotrain Re1 / ...
4h 29m
€17–28
Drive 212.8 km
1. Drive from Parma to Stresacar 212.8 km
2h 16m
€34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parma to Bellinzona Stationbus
5h 1m
€26–37

Parma to Lake Maggiore by train

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Distance: 233.8 km
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Parma, Italy and Lake Maggiore, Italy?

You can take a train from Parma to Locarno via Milano Centrale in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Parma to Bellinzona Station twice a week. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 4h.

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