Travelling from Zermatt to Locarno FART by train

Considering a train trip from Zermatt to Locarno FART? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost for travel between Zermatt and Locarno FART

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$116.07, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between Zermatt and Locarno FART

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 3 trains make this journey of 83 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Zermatt is at 05:37 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 18:13.

During the weekend, 05:37 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 18:13 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 4 hours and 58 minutes.

Average train travel time from Zermatt to Locarno FART

The quickest time by train is 4 hours and 4 minutes, travelling a total distance of 83 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Zermatt and Locarno FART?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Zermatt and Locarno FART 6 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your trip to Locarno FART

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Locarno FART.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Zermatt to Locarno FART by train?

The train journey between Zermatt and Locarno FART spans 83 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Zermatt to Locarno FART?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at AU$116.07. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

How far in advance can I book my Zermatt to Locarno FART train tickets?

Tickets for this route go on sale 6 months in advance of the departure date.

How long does the train take from Zermatt to Locarno FART?

The fastest journey takes 4 hours and 4 minutes.