The cheapest and fastest trains from Como to Locarno
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Como to Locarno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Como to Locarno will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 5 trains that leave Como for Locarno on Sat, Jun 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct trains cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:05 AM1h03Como8:08 AMLocarno$301One-way0 transfers
3:34 PM1h04Como4:38 PMLocarno$301One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM0h57Como9:08 AMLocarno$301One-way0 transfers
7:34 AM1h04Como8:38 AMLocarno$311One-way0 transfers
9:11 AM1h21Como10:32 AMLocarno$321One-way0 transfers
8:11 AM0h57Como9:08 AMLocarno$301One-way0 transfers
7:05 AM1h03Como8:08 AMLocarno$301One-way0 transfers
3:34 PM1h04Como4:38 PMLocarno$301One-way0 transfers
7:34 AM1h04Como8:38 AMLocarno$311One-way0 transfers
9:11 AM1h21Como10:32 AMLocarno$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Como to Locarno
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Como to Locarno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Como to Locarno:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Como to Locarno costing on average $34 (€27).
Other travel options to Locarno take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 6m.
The journey is about 3m faster (1h 6m by train vs 1h 9m by car) and roughly $34 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($34 (€27) vs $68 (€55)). 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.
Direct services run with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Como to Locarno train times
The table below shows live departures for Como to Locarno trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:05 AM Como | 1h03 | 8:08 AM Locarno | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:34 AM Como | 1h04 | 8:38 AM Locarno | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 AM Como | 0h57 | 9:08 AM Locarno | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:11 AM Como | 1h21 | 10:32 AM Locarno | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:34 PM Como | 1h04 | 4:38 PM Locarno | 0 transfersDirect |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of DSB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) or Trenord to find the best option for your trip from Como to Locarno.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Como to Locarno
Trains from Como to Locarno run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 57m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 12:42 AM |
Last train 11:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: SBB, DSB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Como to Locarno trainsSBB, DSB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Como and Locarno from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Trenord
FAQs: Trains from Como to Locarno
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Como to Locarno by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Locarno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Como to Locarno
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the station.
- Located near the station.
- Como Caffe
- Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.
- Palace Hotel
- Hotel Borgovico
- Hotel Metropole Suisse
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30
- On the ground level.
- Bus lines: C10, C30, D10
- Train lines: S11, R18, SBB Regio, SBB EC
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- B&B Hotel Como Camerlata
- Hotel Villa Flori
- Albergo Firenze
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Train: Connections to Milan and other regional destinations
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Ristorante Sociale
- Osteria del Gallo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Metropole Suisse
- Albergo Terminus Hotel
- Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to various towns around Lake Como
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via della Stazione.
- Ristorante Sensi
- Osteria Chiara
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Ibis Locarno
- Hotel Belvedere Locarno
- Hotel Garni Muralto
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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