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2 h 50 min
256 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Basel to Locarno

Composite routes from Basel to Locarno

Cheapest
2 h 50 min
Car
256 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 1
FlixBus
Website
FlixBus
Website
4h 10m
4 times a week
$22.83–$32.61
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 3
Südostbahn
Website
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Website
SBB GmbH
Website
Südostbahn
Website
3h 57m
Every 4 hours
+41 58 580 70 70
+41 58 580 70 70
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Website
2h 39m
Every 2 hours
$76.09–$141.30
+41 848 44 66 88
+41 848 44 66 88
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SBB GmbH
Website
3h 6m
Once daily
$18.48–$23.91
+49 (0) 7531 915109
+49 (0) 7531 915109
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

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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