Geneva to Locarno by train

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Overview: trains from Geneva to Locarno

Find the key information for travelling by train from Geneva to Locarno, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:46 View journey
Last train 21:49 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 52m View journey
Distance (km) 205
Trains / day 35 View all
Cheapest journey £64.41 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 6m
Train operators 67

Travelling from Geneva to Locarno by train

Want to know how to get from Geneva to Locarno by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Geneva to Locarno take around 4 hours and 52 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 205 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Geneva is scheduled to depart at around  04:46. The last departure is usually at around 21:49 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Geneva at around 04:46, with the last train leaving at around 21:39. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 35 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £64.41.

We think any time is a great time to visit Locarno, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Locarno.

Is there a direct train from Geneva to Locarno?

The journey between Geneva and Locarno usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Geneva to Locarno every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Geneva to Locarno?

The Geneva to Locarno train travel takes about 4 hours and 52 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Geneva to Locarno train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Locarno leaving Geneva at around 04:46 and the last train leaving at around 21:49 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Geneva at around 04:46, with the final departure at 21:39.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.