Locarno to Florence by train

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Overview: trains from Locarno to Florence

Find the key information for travelling by train from Locarno to Florence, 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 03:05 View journey
Last train 21:22 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 10m View journey
Distance (km) 330
Trains / day 22 View all
Cheapest journey US$102.50 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 54m
Train operators 30

Explore Locarno to Florence by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Locarno to Florence aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of a train ticket between Locarno and Florence

The cheapest ticket price along this route is US$102.50. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Locarno to Florence departure timetable

On this route, 22 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Locarno at 04:35 and the last leaving at 21:22 during the week.

For weekend travel to Florence, the earliest departure is at 03:05 and the last one is at 18:25. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 32 minutes.

How long does the train from Locarno to Florence take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 4 hours and 10 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 330 kilometres.

When are tickets between Locarno and Florence available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Locarno and Florence can be purchased 4 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your Locarno to Florence travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Florence.

FAQs about the train journey from Locarno to Florence

Want to know more about your journey from Locarno to Florence? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Locarno and Florence covers 330 kilometres.

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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.