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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Zurich to Lake Maggiore

Composite routes from Zurich to Lake Maggiore

Cheapest
5 h 36 min
Car
249 km.
from $13

Transport providers

Train operators

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
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 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:
info@sbb-deutschland.de
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:
fart@centovalli.ch
Website:
centovalli.ch/en/
Bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Locarno,
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.27–$12.09

Bus operators

Gruppo Di Maio

Phone:
+39 0827 34 117
Email:
info@gruppodimaio.it
Website:
gruppodimaio.it/
Bus from Zürich to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$20.36–$27.99

Swiss PostAuto

Phone:
+41 584483500
Email:
info@postauto.ch
Website:
postauto.ch
Bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Locarno,
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.94–$5.47

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Lake Maggiore?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Lake Maggiore is to train and bus which costs $20.65 - $28.26 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Lake Maggiore?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Lake Maggiore is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 7m and costs $54.35 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Lake Maggiore?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich to Lake Maggiore. However, there are services departing from Zürich and arriving at Locarno, Piazza Stazione via Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Lake Maggiore?

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 Zurich to Lake Maggiore?

The distance between Zurich and Lake Maggiore is 174 km. The road distance is 252.9 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Lake Maggiore without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Lake Maggiore without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 7m and costs $54.35 - $103.26 .

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Lake Maggiore?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Zurich to Lake Maggiore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Lake Maggiore bus from?

Zurich to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Zürich station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Lake Maggiore train from?

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

Train or bus from Zurich to Lake Maggiore?

The best way to get from Zurich to Lake Maggiore is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 7m and costs $54.35 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $34.78 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Zurich to Lake Maggiore bus arrive?

Zurich to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Bellinzona Station.

Where does the Zurich to Lake Maggiore train arrive?

Zurich to Lake Maggiore train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Lake Maggiore?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Lake Maggiore is 253 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Zurich to Lake Maggiore.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Lake Maggiore?

Book your Zurich to Lake Maggiore train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lake Maggiore?

There are 4231+ hotels available in Lake Maggiore. Prices start at $60 per night.
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