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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Locarno
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Locarno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Locarno will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
It's difficult to get from Milan to Locarno without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale TRENORD 4043+
UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25370Regionale TRENORD 51+UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25374Regionale TRENORD 13+UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25358Regionale TRENORD 75+UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25382S6 TRENORD 24654 · Autobus TRENORD 2070A · S30 TRENORD 25378Regionale TRENORD 4043+UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25370Regionale TRENORD 51+UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25374Regionale TRENORD 75+UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25382Regionale TRENORD 13+UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25358S6 TRENORD 24654 · Autobus TRENORD 2070A · S30 TRENORD 25378
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Milan to Locarno
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Locarno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 39m. 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 train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 84 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price |
2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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.
Live departures
Milan to Locarno train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Locarno trains for today, Tuesday, December 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale TRENORD 4043+UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25370 | 11:59 AM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 2h31 | 2:30 PM Pino-Tronzano | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale TRENORD 51+UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25374 | 1:59 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 2h31 | 4:30 PM Pino-Tronzano | 2 transfers | |
| S6 TRENORD 24654 · Autobus TRENORD 2070A · S30 TRENORD 25378 | 3:29 PM Milano Certosa | 3h01 | 6:30 PM Pino-Tronzano | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale TRENORD 75+UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25382 | 5:59 PM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 2h31 | 8:30 PM Pino-Tronzano | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, December 31 | |||||
| Regionale TRENORD 13+UrbV Urb+S30 TRENORD 25358 | 5:46 AM Milano Bovisa Politecnico | 2h44 | 8:30 AM Pino-Tronzano | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Locarno
Italy
Switzerland
Trains from Milan to Locarno run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 20:28. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 06:28 |
Last train 20:28 |
Train companies: Regionale, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Milan to Locarno trainsRegionale, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Milan and Locarno from €7. 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 Milan to Locarno
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan to Locarno
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via Roberto Cozzi.
- Ristorante Greco
- Osteria della Stazione
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel Greco
- Hotel Gala
- Novotel Milano Nord Ca Granda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and suburban destinations
- Metro: Line M5
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 7
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