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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lugano to Locarno

Composite routes from Lugano to Locarno

Cheapest
1 h 34 min
Car
120 km.
from $6
Other
2 h 48 min
Train, Taxi
57 km.
from $164.15
4 h 51 min
Train, Bus
58 km.
from $33.39
4 h 22 min
58 km.
from $54.91

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Lugano to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.18–$15.27

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Lugano to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

BARANZELLI N.A.TUR S.r.l.

Phone:
+39 0163 835222
Email:
info@baranzelli.it
Website:
baranzelli.it
Bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Varallo
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$30.53–$38.17
Bus from Novara - Piazza Garibaldi, 4 - Stazione Rfi to Varallo
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.27–$20.36

Train operators

Trenitalia

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Gallarate to Arona
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.53–$5.98

Trenord

Phone:
+39 02 7249 4494
Email:
my-link@trenord.it
Website:
trenord.it/
Train from Lugano to Gallarate
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.85–$7.63
Train from Gallarate to Arona
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.78–$2.42
Train from Lugano to Busto
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.36–$8.27

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Email:
info@regiojet.cz
Website:
regiojet.com/
Bus from Lugano to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$5.34–$8.27

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lugano to Locarno?

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Locarno is to train and bus which costs $19.57 - $27.17 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lugano to Locarno?

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Locarno is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $22.83 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Varallo - Roccapietra - Posta Via Varalli, 39 via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Lugano to Locarno?

The distance between Lugano and Locarno is 123 km. The road distance is 118.9 km.

How do I travel from Lugano to Locarno without a car?

The best way to get from Lugano to Locarno without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 48m and costs $97.83 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Lugano to Locarno?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Lugano to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Locarno bus from?

Lugano to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lugano station.

Where does the Lugano to Locarno bus arrive?

Lugano to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Locarno is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Lugano to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 1459+ hotels available in Locarno. Prices start at $72.72 per night.
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