Lucerne to Locarno by train

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Overview: trains from Lucerne to Locarno

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lucerne 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 07:18 View journey
Last train 17:18 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 37m View journey
Distance (km) 105
Trains / day 7 View all
Cheapest journey €36.20 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 28m
Train operators 19

Travelling from Lucerne to Locarno by train

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

The fastest trains from Lucerne to Locarno take around 1 hour and 37 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 105 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lucerne is scheduled to depart at around  07:18. The last departure is usually at around 17:18. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 7 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 51 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €36.05.

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 Lucerne to Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct train from Lucerne to Locarno.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

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

The Lucerne to Locarno train travel takes about 1 hour and 37 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lucerne to Locarno train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Locarno leaving Lucerne at around 07:18 and the last train leaving at around 17:18. This is the same at the weekend.

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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.