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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to France is to bus which costs €60 - €140 and takes 17h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to France is to train and fly which takes 6h 10m and costs €85 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to France. However, there are services departing from Locarno, Debarcadero and arriving at Paris via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona and Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and France?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to France. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Châtelet via Bellinzona, Zürich HB, Mulhouse Ville and Gare de Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Locarno to France?

The distance between Locarno and France is 786 km. The road distance is 734.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to France without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 8h 53m and costs €180 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 8h 53m to get from Locarno to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to France bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Locarno to France train from?

Locarno to France train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Bellinzona station.

Train or bus from Locarno to France?

The best way to get from Locarno to France is to train via Zurich which takes 8h 53m and costs €180 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €140 and takes 17h 27m.

Where does the Locarno to France bus arrive?

Locarno to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Locarno to France train arrive?

Locarno to France train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Locarno to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to France is 734 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Locarno to France.

Where can I stay near France?

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Locarno to France - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Locarno to France by train (Trenitalia, TGV), train, bus, car, plane, or train (TGV)

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Train via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Mulhousetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
8h 53m
€180–304
Train, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane MXP - CDG
6h 39m
€57–239
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Zofingentrain Ic
2. Take the train from Zofingen to Basel SBBtrain Ir
3. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus
14h 29m
€136–216
Drive 734.2 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Pariscar 734.2 km
8h 33m
€141–204
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Basel SBBtrain Ir26
2. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
9h 58m
€189–278
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Milanbus FlixBus 076
2. Take the bus from Milan to Parisbus FlixBus N1529 / ...
17h 27m
€61–138
Train, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane MXP - LYS
6h 10m
€86–263
Train, fly to Paris Orly Airport
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)plane MXP - ORY
6h 32m
€65–277
Train, fly to Marseille Provence Airport
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane MXP - MRS
6h 10m
€67–264

Locarno to France by train and subway

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8h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 786.2 km
Duration: 8h 53m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and France?

You can take a train from Locarno to Châtelet via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Gare de Lyon in around 8h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Châtelet via Bellinzona, Stazione, Castione, Stazione, Bellinzona, Milan, Paris, and Bercy in around 17h 27m.

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