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Locarno, Switzerland → Glacier Express, Switzerland

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Locarno to Glacier Express

Cheapest
2 h 3 min
Car
144 km.
from $7
Other
5 h 9 min
Bus, Train
86 km.
from $37.52
6 h 33 min
86 km.
from $32.02
7 h 36 min
87 km.
from $235.17

Transport providers

Train operators

Südostbahn

Phone:
+41 58 580 70 70
Email:
Website:
sob.ch/
Train from Bellinzona to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Train from Zürich HB to Chur
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Bellinzona to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.35–$103.26
Train from Zürich HB to Chur
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.78–$65.22

Rhätische Bahn

Phone:
+41 81 288 65 65
Website:
rhb.ch/en/home
Train from Thusis to Preda
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.74–$26.09
Train from Chur to Preda
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.87–$42.39

FART

Phone:
+41 (0)91 756 04 00
Email:
Website:
centovalli.ch/en/
Bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Bellinzona,
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.61–$10.33

Bus operators

Swiss PostAuto

Phone:
+41 584483500
Email:
Website:
postauto.ch
Bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Thusis,
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.70–$11.96
Bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Bellinzona,
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.48–$4.89

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Locarno to Glacier Express?

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Glacier Express is to bus which costs $18.48 - $26.09 and takes 6h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Locarno to Glacier Express?

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Glacier Express is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Glacier Express?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Glacier Express. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Preda via Bellinzona, Zürich HB and Chur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Locarno to Glacier Express?

The distance between Locarno and Glacier Express is 155 km. The road distance is 146.3 km.

How do I travel from Locarno to Glacier Express without a car?

The best way to get from Locarno to Glacier Express without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 9m and costs $32.61 - $42.39 .

How long does it take to get from Locarno to Glacier Express?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Locarno to Glacier Express, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Glacier Express train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Glacier Express?

The best way to get from Locarno to Glacier Express is to bus which takes 6h 33m and costs $18.48 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $119.57 - $217.39 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Locarno to Glacier Express train arrive?

Locarno to Glacier Express train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Glacier Express?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Glacier Express is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Locarno to Glacier Express.

Where can I stay near Glacier Express?

There are 2271+ hotels available in Glacier Express. Prices start at $143.41 per night.
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