How to travel from Utrecht to Locarno

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Utrecht to Locarno

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Locarno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €118 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €118, while a train costs an average of €118.

Distance: 441 miles (710 km)

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€118

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€177

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9h 55m

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9h 25m

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9h 31m

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The cheapest way to travel from Utrecht to Locarno is a flight with an average price of €29.

This is compared to other travel options from Utrecht to Locarno:

A flight is €48 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Utrecht to Locarno costing on average €77.

A flight is €89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Locarno costing on average €118.

The fastest way to travel from Utrecht to Locarno is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Locarno take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 55m.

Bus takes on average 21h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Utrecht and Locarno including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Utrecht to Locarno among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 6m faster (9h 25m by train vs 9h 31m by car) and roughly €60 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€118 vs €177). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Utrecht to Locarno

How to get from Utrecht to Locarno by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Utrecht to Locarno is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
    7:03 PM17h24
    Utrecht
    12:27 PMLocarno
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    4 transfers

Cheapest

  • Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
    7:03 PM17h24
    Utrecht
    12:27 PMLocarno
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    4 transfers

Fastest

  • Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
    7:03 PM17h24
    Utrecht
    12:27 PMLocarno
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    4 transfers

Other options

  • Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
    7:03 PM17h24
    Utrecht
    12:27 PMLocarno
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    3 transfers
  • Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
    3:03 PM19h24
    Utrecht
    10:27 AMLocarno
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    4 transfers
  • Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
    3:03 PM19h24
    Utrecht
    10:27 AMLocarno
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    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Utrecht to Locarno

Travel to Locarno easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Utrecht to Locarno.

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There are 3 options to travel between Utrecht and Locarno including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Utrecht to Locarno is a flight with an average price of €29.

This is compared to other travel options from Utrecht to Locarno:

A flight is €48 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Utrecht to Locarno costing on average €77.

A flight is €89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Locarno costing on average €118.

The fastest way to travel from Utrecht to Locarno is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Locarno take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 55m.

Bus takes on average 21h 55m.

The distance from Utrecht to Locarno is approximately 441 miles (710 km).
The average frequency per day from Utrecht to Locarno is:
  • Around 128 flights per day.
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Utrecht and Locarno as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Utrecht to Locarno:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Utrecht Centraal and arrive in Locarno station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A and arrive in Lugano, Via Ciani.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Utrecht to Locarno, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Locarno by train.
Omio customers who travel from Utrecht to Locarno often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Zurich, Lugano, Domodossola, Mendrisio. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Locarno and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Locarno to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Locarno allows visitors to explore its main attractions, including the Piazza Grande, Madonna del Sasso, and the beautiful shores of Lake Maggiore, while also enjoying local cuisine and culture.

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