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Best day trips from Locarno

The most popular day trips from Locarno are Lugano, Ascona, Bellinzona, Brissago, and Mendrisio. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journeyfrom Locarno on Omio.

A view of Lugano

Day trip from Locarno to Lugano

Why visit Lugano for the day?

Lugano blends Swiss order with an Italian atmosphere on the shore of Lake Lugano. It is known for its elegant center, mild climate, and hills that frame both city life and outdoor recreation.

How to get from Locarno to Lugano?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Locarno to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $28.

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A view of Ascona

Day trip from Locarno to Ascona

Why visit Ascona for the day?

Ascona is a lakeside town on Lago Maggiore in Ticino, known for its palm-lined promenade and mild climate. The old town and waterfront give it a relaxed Swiss-Italian character shaped by art, cafés, and lake views.

How to get from Locarno to Ascona?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Locarno to Ascona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $4.

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A view of Bellinzona

Day trip from Locarno to Bellinzona

Why visit Bellinzona for the day?

Bellinzona is the capital of Ticino, known for its three UNESCO-listed medieval castles. Its compact old town and Italian-speaking atmosphere give it a calm, historic character at the meeting point of Alpine valleys.

How to get from Locarno to Bellinzona?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Locarno to Bellinzona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a train costs an average of $16.

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A view of Brissago

Day trip from Locarno to Brissago

How to get from Locarno to Brissago?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Locarno to Brissago among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $12.

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A view of Mendrisio

Day trip from Locarno to Mendrisio

Why visit Mendrisio for the day?

Mendrisio is a small Ticino town known for its historic center, vineyards, and FoxTown outlet complex. Near the Italian border, it blends Swiss order with a distinctly Italian-speaking atmosphere.

How to get from Locarno to Mendrisio?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Locarno to Mendrisio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $31.

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