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

The cheapest way to get from Verbania to Locarno is to drive which costs SFr 6 - SFr 10 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Verbania to Locarno is to drive which takes 47 min and costs SFr 6 - SFr 10.

Is there a direct bus between Verbania and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Verbania to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Brissago, Posta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct ferry between Verbania and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Isola Madre and arriving at Locarno. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Verbania to Locarno?

The distance between Verbania and Locarno is 41 km. The road distance is 40.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Verbania to Locarno without a car is to line 26 bus and line 316 bus which takes 1h 38m and costs SFr 6 - SFr 10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Verbania to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Verbania to Locarno bus from?

Verbania to Locarno bus services, operated by VCO Trasporti, depart from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci station.

Where does the Verbania to Locarno bus arrive?

Verbania to Locarno bus services, operated by VCO Trasporti, arrive at Brissago station.

Can I drive from Verbania to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Verbania to Locarno is 41 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Verbania to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 3083+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

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

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Line 26 bus, line 316 bus
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1. Take the bus from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci to Brissagobus 26
2. Take the bus from Brissago, Posta to Locarno, Debarcaderobus 316
1h 38m
CHF 7–10
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Isola Madre to Locarnoferry 130
3h 10m
CHF 9–13
Drive 40.8 km
1. Drive from Verbania to Locarnocar 40.8 km
47 min
CHF 7–10

Verbania to Locarno by bus

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 40.8 km
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci to Locarno, Debarcadero via Brissago, Posta in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Isola Madre to Locarno once daily. Tickets cost CHF 9–13 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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