Geneva to Locarno train

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Cheap train tickets from Geneva to Locarno

Showing times and prices for Dec 06

Cheapest

€60

Average

€67

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Locarno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

08:15AM5h59

Geneva

02:14PMLocarno

€601One-way

2 transfers

08:42AM5h39

Geneva

02:21PMLocarno FART

€601One-way

2 transfers

09:15AM6h10

Geneva

03:25PMLocarno

€601One-way

1 transfer

08:10AM5h10

Geneva

01:20PMLocarno FART

€601One-way

2 transfers

08:49AM6h25

Geneva

03:14PMLocarno

€971One-way

2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Geneva to Locarno

Distance	126 miles (204 km)
Average train duration	5 h 7 min
Average train ticket price	$110 (€95)
Train frequency	10 a day
Direct train	No
Train companies	SBB or Trenitalia

Trains from Geneva to Locarno cover the 126 miles (204 km) long trip taking on average 5 h 7 min with our travel partners like SBB or Trenitalia. Normally, there are 10 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $79 (€68), but the average price of train tickets is $110 (€95). Travelers depart most frequently from Genève and arrive in Locarno.

Train providers: Trenitalia and SBB from Geneva to Locarno trains

You can travel by train to Locarno from Geneva with Trenitalia and SBB for as low as $79 (€68). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Enjoy the train ride from Geneva to Locarno with Trenitalia, Italy’s main provider of train services throughout the country with an impressive fleet of trains offering different levels of comfort, amenities and speed. The company's flagship trains are the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca that can travel at speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh). Trenitalia also operates intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance train routes. In many cases, Trenitalia trains also provide barrier-free access.

Trenitalia tickets from Geneva to Locarno are available on Omio, and you can find the best deals for them in just a few steps. Trenitalia offers three different ticket types to fit anyone’s budget, such as the Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria tickets. Trenitalia also has discount and loyalty cards for qualified travelers, which you can use on Omio. When traveling on a Trenitalia train to Locarno from Geneva, you can expect to travel 126 miles (204 km). Check Trenitalia’s train times and tickets for the Geneva to Locarno journey and buy your cheap ticket on Omio today!

SBB is the national railway company of Switzerland which operates trains between Geneva and Locarno. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and InterCityExpress. InterCity trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while Regio trains are the slowest, with speeds of up to 120 km/h. SBB also offers a variety of ticket types, such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for SBB are from Zurich to Geneva, Basel to Bern, and Geneva to Lausanne.

Cheapest Price: $79

FAQs: Trains from Geneva to Locarno

FAQs: Travel by train from Geneva to Locarno easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Geneva to Locarno.

Cheap train tickets from Geneva to Locarno can start from as little as $79 (€68) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Geneva to Locarno is $110 (€95); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Geneva to Locarno is 5 h 7 min to travel the 126 mile (204 km) long trip, with around there are 10 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Geneva to Locarno leaves at 6: 10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Geneva to Locarno leaves at 8: 15 AM.

There are 10 trains a day from Geneva to Locarno which require at least one change with SBB or Trenitalia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Geneva to Locarno, you can count on SBB or Trenitalia for the best way to get you to Locarno. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Geneva to Locarno and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Genève, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Locarno, located 0.1 miles (190 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Geneva to Locarno is September.

You have options as you can travel from Geneva to Locarno 2 different ways: flight or train.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Geneva

Locarno

Genève is the most popular Geneva railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Geneva for your trip to Locarno.

Genève