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Basel to Locarno trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Locarno takes 3h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Locarno. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 41m
Duration
249 km
Distance
CHF 81
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Bellinzona

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  1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain train Ic21 / ...
3h 14m
CHF 23–225

Basel to Locarno train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Basel and Locarno. The earliest departure is at 5:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 9:04 PM which arrives into Locarno at 5:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 249.4 km
  • Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Locarno, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 70–210 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Two other operators also service this route.

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