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The cheapest and fastest trains from Locarno to Zurich

Showing times and prices for Jul 18

Cheapest price

$51

Average price

$71

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 34 m

Trains per day

Distance

134 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Locarno to Zurich will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Locarno for Zurich on Fri, Jul 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .

On Fri, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.

05:15AM3h12

Locarno

08:27AMZurich

$511One-way

0 transfers

08:45AM2h40

Locarno

11:25AMZurich

$511One-way

0 transfers

07:33AM3h22

Locarno

10:55AMZurich

$651One-way

0 transfers

07:45AM2h10

Locarno

09:55AMZurich

$931One-way

0 transfers

03:45PM2h10

Locarno

05:55PMZurich

$931One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Locarno to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Locarno to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €23.

Distance: 83 miles (134 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€48 Average price	€18 Average price Cheapest
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Locarno to Zurich?

The best time to book your train from Locarno to Zurich is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Locarno to Zurich route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Locarno to Zurich per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Locarno to Zurich.

Trains

from $71

Journey information

Overview: Train from Locarno to Zurich

Switzerland

Trains from Locarno to Zurich run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $22 (€18)

Distance

83 miles (134 km)

Average train duration

2h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

$28 (€23)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 10m

First train

00:03

Last train

23:51

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $22 (€18)

Train companies: SBB from Locarno to Zurich trains

For as little as $37 (€30) you can travel by train to Zurich from Locarno with SBB. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

SBB is Switzerland's main train company and for your next journey SBB offers these ticket types: Round-trip Standard Ticket or First Class.

SBB from Locarno to Zurich train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: $37

FAQs: Trains from Locarno to Zurich

FAQs: Travel by train from Locarno to Zurich 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 Locarno to Zurich.

Cheap train tickets from Locarno to Zurich can start from as little as $44 (€36) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Locarno to Zurich is $69 (€56); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Locarno to Zurich train time is 2 h 10 min covering the 83 mile (134 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Locarno to Zurich leaves at 12: 03 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Locarno to Zurich leaves at 11: 56 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Locarno to Zurich without having to change trains with SBB. There are 2 direct trains from Locarno to Zurich each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Locarno to Zurich train with SBB. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Zurich from Locarno as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 56 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Locarno, which is located around 0.1 miles (190 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Zurich HB, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Zurich from Locarno is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Locarno to Zurich is December.

Yes, you can take a train between Locarno and Zurich.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Locarno to Zurich

Locarno

Zurich

The major train station for departures in Locarno is Locarno. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Locarno for your trip from Locarno to Zurich.

Locarno