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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Biel/bienne to Locarno

Composite routes from Biel/bienne to Locarno

Cheapest
2 h 56 min
Car
265 km.
from $14
Other
3 h 40 min
160 km.
from $162.80
5 h 27 min
159 km.
from $77.05
6 h 1 min
Train
160 km.
from $339.96

Transport providers

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:
my-link@trenord.it
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:
info@sob.ch
Website:
sob.ch/
Train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Biel/Bienne to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$50.89–$95.42
Train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$55.98–$101.78
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 Bern to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$101.78–$190.84

BLS AG

Phone:
+41 58 327 32 71
Website:
bls.ch/en
Train from Biel/Bienne to Mülenen
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17
Train from Muelenen to Domodossola
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.90–$33.08

FART

Phone:
+41 (0)91 756 04 00
Email:
fart@centovalli.ch
Website:
centovalli.ch/en/
Train from Domodossola to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$17.81

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Biel/Bienne to Locarno?

The cheapest way to get from Biel/Bienne to Locarno is to train which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Biel/Bienne to Locarno?

The fastest way to get from Biel/Bienne to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct train between Biel/Bienne and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Biel/Bienne to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Biel/Bienne and arriving at Locarno via Zürich HB and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Biel/Bienne to Locarno?

The distance between Biel/Bienne and Locarno is 288 km. The road distance is 264.6 km.

How do I travel from Biel/Bienne to Locarno without a car?

The best way to get from Biel/Bienne to Locarno without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 3h 40m and costs $92.39 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Biel/Bienne to Locarno?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Biel/Bienne to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Biel/Bienne to Locarno train from?

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

Where does the Biel/Bienne to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Biel/Bienne to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Biel/Bienne to Locarno is 265 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Biel/Bienne to Locarno.

How do I get a train ticket from Biel/Bienne to Locarno?

Book your Biel/Bienne 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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