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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Locarno
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€20
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 12
33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
33 m
Trains on Sep 12
40
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Locarno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Locarno will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 40 trains from Lugano to Locarno, including 16 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest trains will take 33 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.
B 4 4059 | 4059 · RE 80 25810 | 258109:17 AM0h51Lugano10:08 AMLocarno station€201One-way1 transfer- RE 80 25508 | 255089:05 AM0h33Lugano, Stazione9:38 AMLocarno station€201One-way0 transfers
- B 4 4051 | 4051 · RE 80 25508 | 255088:47 AM0h51Lugano9:38 AMLocarno station€201One-way1 transfer
- RE 80 25506 | 255068:05 AM0h33Lugano, Stazione8:38 AMLocarno station€201One-way0 transfers
- B 4 4043 | 4043 · RE 80 25808 | 258088:17 AM0h51Lugano9:08 AMLocarno station€201One-way1 transfer
- RE 80 25508 | 255089:05 AM0h33Lugano, Stazione9:38 AMLocarno station€201One-way0 transfers
- RE 80 25506 | 255068:05 AM0h33Lugano, Stazione8:38 AMLocarno station€201One-way0 transfers
- RE 80 25808 | 258088:35 AM0h33Lugano, Stazione9:08 AMLocarno station€201One-way0 transfers
- RE 80 25810 | 258109:35 AM0h33Lugano, Stazione10:08 AMLocarno station€201One-way0 transfers
- RE 80 25806 | 258067:35 AM0h33Lugano, Stazione8:08 AMLocarno station€201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lugano to Locarno
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Locarno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lugano to Locarno:
A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lugano to Locarno costing on average €23.
Other travel options to Locarno take longer:
Bus takes on average 34m.
Live departures
Lugano to Locarno train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Locarno trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE 80 25500 | 25500 | 6:05 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 6:38 AM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| B 4 4011 | 4011 · RE 80 25804 | 25804 | 6:17 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 7:08 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| B 3 3016 | 3016 · S 90 25956 | 25956 · IR 46 2405 | 2405 | 6:24 AM Lugano | 1h03 | 7:27 AM Locarno station | 2 transfers | |
| RE 80 25804 | 25804 | 6:35 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 7:08 AM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 90 25956 | 25956 · IR 46 2405 | 2405 | 6:38 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h49 | 7:27 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| B 4 4019 | 4019 · RE 80 25502 | 25502 | 6:47 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 7:38 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| RE 80 25502 | 25502 | 7:05 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 7:38 AM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| B 4 4027 | 4027 · RE 80 25806 | 25806 | 7:17 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 8:08 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| B 3 3040 | 3040 · S 90 25958 | 25958 · IR 26 2307 | 2307 | 7:24 AM Lugano | 1h03 | 8:27 AM Locarno station | 2 transfers | |
| RE 80 25806 | 25806 | 7:35 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 8:08 AM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| B 4 4035 | 4035 · RE 80 25506 | 25506 | 7:47 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 8:38 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| RE 80 25506 | 25506 | 8:05 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 8:38 AM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| B 4 4043 | 4043 · RE 80 25808 | 25808 | 8:17 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 9:08 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| B 3 3072 | 3072 · S 90 25960 | 25960 · IR 46 2409 | 2409 | 8:24 AM Lugano | 1h03 | 9:27 AM Locarno station | 2 transfers | |
| RE 80 25808 | 25808 | 8:35 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 9:08 AM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 90 25960 | 25960 · IR 46 2409 | 2409 | 8:38 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h49 | 9:27 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| B 4 4051 | 4051 · RE 80 25508 | 25508 | 8:47 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 9:38 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| RE 80 25508 | 25508 | 9:05 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 9:38 AM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| B 4 4059 | 4059 · RE 80 25810 | 25810 | 9:17 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 10:08 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| RE 80 25810 | 25810 | 9:35 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 10:08 AM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| B 4 4067 | 4067 · RE 80 25510 | 25510 | 9:47 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 10:38 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| RE 80 25510 | 25510 | 10:05 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 10:38 AM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| B 4 4075 | 4075 · RE 80 25812 | 25812 | 10:17 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 11:08 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| B 3 3126 | 3126 · S 90 25964 | 25964 · IR 46 2413 | 2413 | 10:24 AM Lugano | 1h03 | 11:27 AM Locarno station | 2 transfers | |
| RE 80 25812 | 25812 | 10:35 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 11:08 AM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 90 25964 | 25964 · IR 46 2413 | 2413 | 10:38 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h49 | 11:27 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| B 4 4083 | 4083 · RE 80 25512 | 25512 | 10:47 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 11:38 AM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| RE 80 25512 | 25512 | 11:05 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 11:38 AM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| B 4 4091 | 4091 · RE 80 25814 | 25814 | 11:17 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 12:08 PM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| RE 80 25814 | 25814 | 11:35 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 12:08 PM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| B 4 4099 | 4099 · RE 80 25514 | 25514 | 11:47 AM Lugano | 0h51 | 12:38 PM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| RE 80 25514 | 25514 | 12:05 PM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 12:38 PM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| B 4 4107 | 4107 · RE 80 25816 | 25816 | 12:17 PM Lugano | 0h51 | 1:08 PM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| B 3 3174 | 3174 · S 90 25968 | 25968 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 | 12:24 PM Lugano | 1h03 | 1:27 PM Locarno station | 2 transfers | |
| RE 80 25816 | 25816 | 12:35 PM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 1:08 PM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 90 25968 | 25968 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 | 12:38 PM Lugano, Stazione | 0h49 | 1:27 PM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| B 4 4115 | 4115 · RE 80 25516 | 25516 | 12:47 PM Lugano | 0h51 | 1:38 PM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| RE 80 25516 | 25516 | 1:05 PM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 1:38 PM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| B 4 4123 | 4123 · RE 80 25818 | 25818 | 1:17 PM Lugano | 0h51 | 2:08 PM Locarno station | 1 transfer | |
| RE 80 25818 | 25818 | 1:35 PM Lugano, Stazione | 0h33 | 2:08 PM Locarno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Locarno
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Lugano to Locarno run on average 17 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 33m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Lugano to Locarno trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Lugano and Locarno from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lugano to Locarno
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano 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 Lugano to Locarno
Most Lugano to Locarno trains use the Lugano, Stazione to Locarno station pair, with some services arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero. Use this guide to compare Lugano and Locarno train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lugano station do trains to Locarno leave from?
Getting to Lugano, Stazione from Lugano city centre
Lugano, Stazione train station facilities and services
Lugano, Stazione has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano, Stazione.
Getting to Lugano-Paradiso from Lugano city centre
Lugano-Paradiso is 1 km from Lugano city centre. Public transport options include:
Lugano-Paradiso train station facilities and services
Lugano-Paradiso has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lugano-Paradiso.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lugano-Paradiso.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lugano-Paradiso: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lugano-Paradiso: Bike Rental.
Which Locarno station do trains from Lugano arrive at?
Getting to Locarno from Locarno city centre
Locarno train station facilities and services
Locarno has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Sensi, Osteria Chiara
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Locarno. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Locarno. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Locarno: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Locarno: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Locarno: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Locarno, Hotel Belvedere Locarno, Hotel Garni Muralto.
Locarno, Debarcadero train station facilities and services
Locarno, Debarcadero has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Locarno, Debarcadero.
Getting to Solduno from Locarno city centre
Solduno is 1 km from Locarno city centre. Public transport options include:
Solduno train station facilities and services
Solduno has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Solduno.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Solduno.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Solduno: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Solduno: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Solduno.
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