The cheapest and fastest trains from Chiasso to Locarno
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
5
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chiasso to Locarno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chiasso to Locarno will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chiasso for Locarno every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
RE 80 25808 | 25808
RE 80 25508 | 25508
RE 80 25510 | 25510
RE 80 25812 | 25812
RE 80 25810 | 25810
RE 80 25808 | 25808
RE 80 25812 | 25812
RE 80 25810 | 25810
RE 80 25508 | 25508
RE 80 25510 | 25510Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Chiasso to Locarno
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chiasso to Locarno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 42 km
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1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chiasso to Locarno train times
The table below shows live departures for Chiasso to Locarno trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RE 80 25808 | 25808 | 07:11 Chiasso station | 0h57 | 08:08 Locarno station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 80 25508 | 25508 | 07:34 Chiasso station | 1h04 | 08:38 Locarno station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 80 25810 | 25810 | 08:11 Chiasso station | 0h57 | 09:08 Locarno station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 | 08:34 Chiasso station | 1h04 | 09:38 Locarno station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 80 25812 | 25812 | 09:11 Chiasso station | 0h57 | 10:08 Locarno station | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chiasso to Locarno
Trains from Chiasso to Locarno run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 57m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:22 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Chiasso to Locarno trainsSBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Chiasso and Locarno from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trenitalia EuroCity
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Chiasso to Locarno train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiasso 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
Important Stations and Airports in Chiasso and Locarno
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Via Giuseppe Motta.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Carlino
- Osteria Grotto del Cavaliere
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Mövenpick Touring
- Hotel Bahnhof
- Hotel Garni Centro
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Italy and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: SBB services
- Bus: Several local lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via della Stazione.
- Ristorante Sensi
- Osteria Chiara
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Ibis Locarno
- Hotel Belvedere Locarno
- Hotel Garni Muralto
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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