The average train between Brussels and Locarno takes 11h 37m and the fastest train takes 8h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels 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.
Trains run 4 times a day between Brussels and Locarno. The earliest departure is at 7:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Locarno at 4:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 11h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Brussels to Locarno? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Locarno station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 37m.
Brussels to Locarno train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Brussels to Locarno train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Bellinzona station.
Book your Brussels to Locarno train tickets online with Eurostar, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Brussels and Locarno is 614.8 km. The road distance is 1,137 km.
You can take a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Locarno via Paris Nord, Paris Est, Strasbourg, Basel Sbb, Basel SBB, and Bellinzona in around 9h 37m.