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Basel to Locarno

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256 km.
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By car (256 km)
2 h 50 min
256 km.
from $14
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2 h 50 min
256 km.
from $9.74

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.72–$38.17

Train operators

Südostbahn

Phone:
+41 58 580 70 70
Email:
Website:
sob.ch/
Train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Train from Basel SBB to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
4h 24m
Frequency:
5 times a day

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$89.06–$165.39
Train from Basel SBB to Sursee
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.08–$61.07
Train from Sursee to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$63.61–$114.50

SBB GmbH

Phone:
+49 (0) 7531 915109
Email:
Website:
sbb-deutschland.de/
Train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.63–$27.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Locarno is to train which costs $21.74 - $27.17 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct train between Basel and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Locarno. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Basel to Locarno?

The distance between Basel and Locarno is 249 km. The road distance is 256.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $21.74 - $27.17 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Basel to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Locarno train from?

Basel to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Locarno?

The best way to get from Basel to Locarno is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $21.74 - $27.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $39.13 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Basel to Locarno train arrive?

Basel to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Basel to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Locarno is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Basel to Locarno.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Locarno?

Book your Basel to Locarno train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2551+ hotels available in Locarno. Prices start at $59.45 per night.
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