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Zürich HB to Locarno

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2 h 17 min
198 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Zürich Hb to Locarno

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Cheapest
By car (198 km)
2 h 17 min
198 km.
from $10
Other
Rideshare
2 h 17 min
198 km.
from $7.53
Train, Bus
2 h 44 min
134 km.
from $28.30
Plane, Train
4 h 44 min
135 km.
from $257.09

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.36–$29.26

Swiss PostAuto

Phone:
+41 584483500
Email:
Website:
postauto.ch
Bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Locarno,
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.94–$5.60

Airlines

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$1,081.42

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$305.34

Train operators

Trenord

Phone:
+39 02 7249 4494
Email:
Website:
trenord.it/
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.11–$8.27
Train from Mendrisio to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.73–$7.63

Südostbahn

Phone:
+41 58 580 70 70
Email:
Website:
sob.ch/
Train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Train from Zürich HB to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.61–$120.86
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$30.53–$55.98
Train from Mendrisio to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.26–$52.16
Train from Zürich HB to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$82.70–$152.67

SBB GmbH

Phone:
+49 (0) 7531 915109
Email:
Website:
sbb-deutschland.de/
Train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.27–$20.36

FART

Phone:
+41 (0)91 756 04 00
Email:
Website:
centovalli.ch/en/
Bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Locarno,
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.27–$12.09

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Zürich HB to Locarno?

The cheapest way to get from Zürich HB to Locarno is to train and bus which costs $17.39 - $22.83 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zürich HB to Locarno?

The fastest way to get from Zürich HB to Locarno is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 10m and costs $54.35 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct train between Zürich HB and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Locarno. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Zürich HB to Locarno?

The distance between Zürich HB and Locarno is 174 km. The road distance is 197.7 km.

How do I travel from Zürich HB to Locarno without a car?

The best way to get from Zürich HB to Locarno without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 10m and costs $54.35 - $103.26 .

How long does it take to get from Zürich HB to Locarno?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Zürich HB to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zürich HB to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Zürich HB to Locarno?

The best way to get from Zürich HB to Locarno is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 10m and costs $54.35 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $31.52 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Zürich HB to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zürich HB to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Zürich HB to Locarno is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Zürich HB to Locarno.

How do I get a train ticket from Zürich HB to Locarno?

Book your Zürich HB to Locarno train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2525+ hotels available in Locarno. Prices start at $60.67 per night.
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