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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Locarno

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept

Cheapest price on 12 Sept

£54

Average ticket price on 12 Sept

£85

Fastest journey on 12 Sept

2 h 53 m

Average journey duration on 12 Sept

3 h 7 m

Trains on 12 Sept

Distance

180 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Basel to Locarno will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.

Fast trains

On Sat 12 Sept, we found 50 trains from Basel to Locarno, including 6 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.

IC 21 683 | 683 · S 20 25677 | 25677
17:043h11
Basel SBB
20:15Locarno station
£541One-way
1 change
IR 26 2327 | 2327
14:044h23
Basel SBB
18:27Locarno station
£591One-way
0 changes
IR 26 2323 | 2323
12:044h23
Basel SBB
16:27Locarno station
£601One-way
0 changes
IC 3 575 | 575 · EC 123 | 123 · S 20 25667 | 25667
14:333h12
Basel SBB
17:45Locarno station
£661One-way
2 changes
IC 3 579 | 579 · EC 25 | 25 · S 20 25675 | 25675
16:333h12
Basel SBB
19:45Locarno station
£661One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, flight and coach for Basel to Locarno

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Locarno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £152.

Distance: 180 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight	Driving
£64 Average Price	£39 Average Price Cheapest	£152 Average Price	£82 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	10h 36m Average total duration 8h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	3h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Locarno is a coach with an average price of £39.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Locarno:

A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Locarno costing on average £64.

A coach is £113 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Locarno costing on average £152.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Locarno is by coach with an average journey time of 3h 9m.

Other travel options to Locarno take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 30m.

Flight takes on average 8h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Basel and Locarno including taking a train, flight and coach.

Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £64 compared to roughly £82 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £18. The journey takes 3h 30m versus 3h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Direct services run with Südostbahn.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Basel to Locarno train times

The table below shows live departures for Basel to Locarno trains for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
IR 26 2311 \| 2311 · IC 2 861 \| 861 · S 20 25633 \| 25633	6:04 Basel SBB	3h11	9:15 Locarno station	2 changes
IR 26 2311 \| 2311	6:04 Basel SBB	4h23	10:27 Locarno station	0 changesdirect
IC 3 559 \| 559 · EC 13 \| 13 · S 20 25635 \| 25635	6:33 Basel SBB	3h12	9:45 Locarno station	2 changes
IC 21 663 \| 663 · S 20 25637 \| 25637	7:04 Basel SBB	3h11	10:15 Locarno station	1 change
IC 21 663 \| 663 · S 20 25637 \| 25637 · B 4 4020 \| 4020	7:04 Basel SBB	3h16	10:20 Locarno	2 changes
IC 3 561 \| 561 · EC 301 \| 301 · S 20 25639 \| 25639 · B 4 4022 \| 4022	7:33 Basel SBB	3h17	10:50 Locarno	3 changes
IC 3 561 \| 561 · EC 301 \| 301 · S 20 25639 \| 25639	7:33 Basel SBB	3h12	10:45 Locarno station	2 changes
IR 26 2315 \| 2315 · IC 1455 \| 1455	8:04 Basel SBB	2h53	10:57 Locarno station	1 change
IR 26 2315 \| 2315	8:04 Basel SBB	4h23	12:27 Locarno station	0 changesdirect
IC 3 563 \| 563 · EC 15 \| 15 · S 20 25643 \| 25643	8:33 Basel SBB	3h12	11:45 Locarno station	2 changes
IC 3 563 \| 563 · EC 15 \| 15 · S 20 25643 \| 25643 · B 4 4026 \| 4026	8:33 Basel SBB	3h17	11:50 Locarno	3 changes
IC 21 667 \| 667 · S 20 25645 \| 25645 · B 4 4028 \| 4028	9:04 Basel SBB	3h16	12:20 Locarno	2 changes
IC 21 667 \| 667 · S 20 25645 \| 25645	9:04 Basel SBB	3h11	12:15 Locarno station	1 change
IC 3 553 \| 553 · EC 153 \| 153 · S 20 25647 \| 25647	9:33 Basel SBB	3h12	12:45 Locarno station	2 changes
IC 3 553 \| 553 · EC 153 \| 153 · S 20 25647 \| 25647 · B 4 4030 \| 4030	9:33 Basel SBB	3h17	12:50 Locarno	3 changes
IR 26 2319 \| 2319 · IC 2 869 \| 869 · S 20 25649 \| 25649	10:04 Basel SBB	3h11	13:15 Locarno station	2 changes
IR 26 2319 \| 2319 · IC 2 869 \| 869 · S 20 25649 \| 25649 · B 4 4032 \| 4032	10:04 Basel SBB	3h16	13:20 Locarno	3 changes
IR 26 2319 \| 2319	10:04 Basel SBB	4h23	14:27 Locarno station	0 changesdirect
TGV 9203 \| 9203 · EC 19 \| 19 · S 20 25651 \| 25651	10:33 Basel SBB	3h12	13:45 Locarno station	2 changes
TGV 9203 \| 9203 · EC 19 \| 19 · S 20 25651 \| 25651 · B 4 4034 \| 4034	10:33 Basel SBB	3h17	13:50 Locarno	3 changes
IC 21 671 \| 671 · S 20 25653 \| 25653	11:04 Basel SBB	3h11	14:15 Locarno station	1 change
IC 21 671 \| 671 · S 20 25653 \| 25653 · B 4 4036 \| 4036	11:04 Basel SBB	3h16	14:20 Locarno	2 changes
EC 151 \| 151 · S 20 25655 \| 25655	11:07 Basel SBB	3h38	14:45 Locarno station	1 change
EC 151 \| 151 · S 20 25655 \| 25655 · B 4 4038 \| 4038	11:07 Basel SBB	3h43	14:50 Locarno	2 changes
IC 3 569 \| 569 · EC 151 \| 151 · S 20 25655 \| 25655	11:33 Basel SBB	3h12	14:45 Locarno station	2 changes
IC 3 569 \| 569 · EC 151 \| 151 · S 20 25655 \| 25655 · B 4 4038 \| 4038	11:33 Basel SBB	3h17	14:50 Locarno	3 changes
IR 26 2323 \| 2323 · IC 2 873 \| 873 · S 20 25657 \| 25657	12:04 Basel SBB	3h11	15:15 Locarno station	2 changes
IR 26 2323 \| 2323	12:04 Basel SBB	4h23	16:27 Locarno station	0 changesdirect
IR 26 2323 \| 2323 · IC 2 873 \| 873 · S 20 25657 \| 25657 · B 4 4040 \| 4040	12:04 Basel SBB	3h16	15:20 Locarno	3 changes
IC 3 591 \| 591 · EC 21 \| 21 · S 20 25659 \| 25659	12:33 Basel SBB	3h12	15:45 Locarno station	2 changes
IC 3 591 \| 591 · EC 21 \| 21 · S 20 25659 \| 25659 · B 4 4042 \| 4042	12:33 Basel SBB	3h17	15:50 Locarno	3 changes
IC 21 675 \| 675 · S 20 25661 \| 25661	13:04 Basel SBB	3h11	16:15 Locarno station	1 change
IC 21 675 \| 675 · S 20 25661 \| 25661 · B 4 4044 \| 4044	13:04 Basel SBB	3h16	16:20 Locarno	2 changes
TGV 9211 \| 9211 · EC 37 \| 37 · S 20 25663 \| 25663	13:33 Basel SBB	3h12	16:45 Locarno station	2 changes
TGV 9211 \| 9211 · EC 37 \| 37 · S 20 25663 \| 25663 · B 4 4046 \| 4046	13:33 Basel SBB	3h17	16:50 Locarno	3 changes
IR 26 2327 \| 2327 · IC 2 877 \| 877 · S 20 25665 \| 25665	14:04 Basel SBB	3h11	17:15 Locarno station	2 changes
IR 26 2327 \| 2327	14:04 Basel SBB	4h23	18:27 Locarno station	0 changesdirect
IR 26 2327 \| 2327 · IC 2 877 \| 877 · S 20 25665 \| 25665 · B 4 4048 \| 4048	14:04 Basel SBB	3h16	17:20 Locarno	3 changes
IC 3 575 \| 575 · EC 123 \| 123 · S 20 25667 \| 25667	14:33 Basel SBB	3h12	17:45 Locarno station	2 changes
IC 3 575 \| 575 · EC 123 \| 123 · S 20 25667 \| 25667 · B 4 4050 \| 4050	14:33 Basel SBB	3h17	17:50 Locarno	3 changes
EC 173 \| 173 · S 20 25669 \| 25669	15:04 Basel SBB	3h11	18:15 Locarno station	1 change
EC 173 \| 173 · S 20 25669 \| 25669 · B 4 4052 \| 4052	15:04 Basel SBB	3h16	18:20 Locarno	2 changes
TGV 9213 \| 9213 · IC 2 1479 \| 1479 · RE 80 25828 \| 25828	15:33 Basel SBB	3h35	19:08 Locarno station	2 changes
TGV 9213 \| 9213 · IC 2 1479 \| 1479 · S 20 25671 \| 25671	15:33 Basel SBB	3h12	18:45 Locarno station	2 changes
TGV 9213 \| 9213 · IC 2 1479 \| 1479 · S 20 25671 \| 25671 · B 4 4054 \| 4054	15:33 Basel SBB	3h17	18:50 Locarno	3 changes
IR 26 2331 \| 2331	16:04 Basel SBB	4h23	20:27 Locarno station	0 changesdirect
IR 26 2331 \| 2331 · IC 2 881 \| 881 · S 20 25673 \| 25673	16:04 Basel SBB	3h11	19:15 Locarno station	2 changes
IC 3 579 \| 579 · EC 25 \| 25 · S 20 25675 \| 25675	16:33 Basel SBB	3h12	19:45 Locarno station	2 changes
IC 21 683 \| 683 · S 20 25677 \| 25677	17:04 Basel SBB	3h11	20:15 Locarno station	1 change
TGV 9215 \| 9215 · EC 27 \| 27 · S 20 25679 \| 25679	17:33 Basel SBB	3h12	20:45 Locarno station	2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Basel to Locarno

Switzerland

Trains from Basel to Locarno run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 3h 11m.

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

Coach from £28

Distance

180 km

Average train duration

3h 30m

Cheapest ticket price

£52

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

3h 11m

First train

0:55

Last train

21:45

Cheapest Month

Oct

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £28

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Basel to Locarno trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Basel and Locarno from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About

SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SBB Duration

3h 11m

Cheapest SBB Price

£52

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service

Seat reservation

Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

Learn more about SBB

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Duration

3h 57m

Cheapest Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Price

£128

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency

5 a day

Südostbahn

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Südostbahn Duration

4h 23m

Südostbahn frequency

4 a day

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Basel to Locarno trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Basel and Locarno from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SBB Duration

3h 11m

Cheapest SBB Price

£52

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service

Seat reservation

Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

Learn more about SBB

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Duration

3h 57m

Cheapest Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Price

£128

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency

5 a day

Südostbahn

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Südostbahn Duration

4h 23m

Südostbahn frequency

4 a day

Complete guide to Locarno

Things to do in Locarno

Discover the best of Locarno — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Locarno trip today.

Recommended

Museo civico e archeologico

Main local museum inside the Visconti castle, with archaeology and city history collections in a strong medieval setting.

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Recommended

Museo Casa Rusca

Museum on the lakeside devoted to modern art in the Casa Rusca. It hosts changing exhibitions and is a strong stop for culture lovers.

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Recommended

Fondazione Ghisla Art Collection

Contemporary art space in a restored industrial building at Muralto station area. Visit for ambitious temporary exhibitions and architecture.

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Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Locarno is expensive versus many European towns: hotels, dining and local transport cost more, though supermarkets and simple lunches help control spending.

Average meal costs

Budget: CHF 15-25 for a simple meal or takeaway.
Mid-range: CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: CHF 70+ per person for fine dining.
Coffee: CHF 3.50-5 for a coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up bills or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Round up small taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if service is good.

FAQs: Basel to Locarno train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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.

The cost of a train ticket from Basel to Locarno can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £64.

The train journey from Basel to Locarno covers a distance of 180 km and takes approximately 3h 11m. Trains run 14 per day.

The train distance from Basel to Locarno is 180 km.

The first train from Basel to Locarno leaves at 0:55.

The last train from Basel to Locarno departs at 21:45.

Trains from Basel to Locarno run approximately 14 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Basel to Locarno.

Yes, there is a direct train between Basel and Locarno. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Südostbahn.

To get from Basel to Locarno, you can choose from several travel options including train, flight and coach.

There is no night train service from Basel to Locarno.

The train station in Basel that goes to Locarno is Basel SBB, and it arrives at Locarno station.

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Locarno is by coach, costing approximately £28.

Booking trains from Basel to Locarno in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

Yes, the train journey from Basel to Locarno is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Swiss countryside, including the rolling hills, charming villages, and the stunning scenery around Lake Maggiore as you approach Locarno.

A day trip from Basel to Locarno is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 11m. However, there are 15 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 180 km.

For a fulfilling experience in Locarno, spending 2 to 3 days allows you to explore its main attractions, enjoy the scenic beauty, and partake in local activities.

Yes, you can take the train from Basel to Locarno.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Locarno

Most Basel to Locarno trains use the Basel SBB to Locarno station pair, with some services arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero. Use this guide to compare Basel and Locarno train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Basel

Arrival train stations in Locarno

Which Basel station do trains to Locarno leave from?

Trains from Basel to Locarno leave from Basel SBB. The station is 2 km from Basel city centre at Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland.

Basel SBBCentralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland+41 51 221 22 22 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre

Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainTer · 5m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

Bus50 · 4m · £2 · every ~15 min

Tram11 · 5m · £2

1, 3, 2 · 7m · £2 · every ~25 min

Basel SBB train station facilities and services

Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.

More about Basel SBB

Basel Bad BhfSchwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland+41 61 690 13 13 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre

Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus30 · 11m · £3 · every ~18 min

Tram6, 1, 2 · 19m · £3 · every ~20 min

Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services

Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.

More about Basel Bad Bhf

Which Locarno station do trains from Basel arrive at?

Trains from Basel to Locarno most often arrive at Locarno. Some services arrive at Locarno, Debarcadero, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Locarno arrival station.

LocarnoPiazza Stazione, 6600 Locarno, Switzerland+41 91 751 82 90 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Locarno from Locarno city centre

Bus1, 311, 312, 316, 3, 4, 7 · 4m · £2 · every ~38 min

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.

More about Locarno

Locarno, DebarcaderoPiazza Stazione, 6600 Muralto, Switzerland+41 848 446 688 Accessibility

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.

San Martino6600 Locarno, Switzerland Accessibility

City-centre transport

Getting to San Martino from Locarno city centre

San Martino is 2 km from Locarno city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainR70 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

Bus370 · 12m · £3

7 · 18m · £2 · every ~9 min

San Martino train station facilities and services

San Martino has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at San Martino.

Locarno FARTPiazza Stazione, 6600 Muralto, Switzerland+41 848 446 688 Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Locarno FART from Locarno city centre

Bus1, 311, 312, 316, 3, 4, 7 · 4m · £2 · every ~38 min

Locarno FART train station facilities and services

Locarno FART has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Locarno FART.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Locarno FART.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Locarno FART: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Locarno FART: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Locarno FART.

Locarno S. Antonio6600 Locarno, Switzerland Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Locarno S. Antonio from Locarno city centre

Locarno S. Antonio is 1 km from Locarno city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainR70 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

Bus7 · 6m · £2 · every ~9 min

Locarno S. Antonio train station facilities and services

Locarno S. Antonio has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Locarno S. Antonio.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Locarno S. Antonio.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Locarno S. Antonio: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Locarno S. Antonio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Locarno S. Antonio.

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Museo civico e archeologico

Museo Casa Rusca

Fondazione Ghisla Art Collection

Castello Visconteo

Santuario della Madonna del Sasso

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