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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Locarno is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Locarno is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Orta-Miasino via Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Zurich to Locarno?

The distance between Zurich and Locarno is 327 km. The road distance is 284.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs €150 - €370.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Zurich to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Locarno train from?

Zurich to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Where does the Zurich to Locarno train arrive?

Zurich to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Locarno is 284 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Zurich to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2461+ hotels available in Locarno.

Zurich to Locarno - 3 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Zurich to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Domodossolatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Orta-Miasinotrain Re
5h 2m
€155–365
Drive 284.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zurich to Locarnocar 284.3 km
3h 58m
€50–72
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
2. Take the bus from Vercelli Autostazione C.So Gastaldi to Quarona Via P.Rolandi Fr.187bus
6h 33m
€86–215

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) flights

35Weekly Planes

58 minAverage Duration

€71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 326.6 km
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Zürich HB to Locarno via Domodossola and Orta-Miasino in around 5h 2m.

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