The average train between Germany and Locarno takes 13h 28m and the fastest train takes 11h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Germany 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 every 4 hours between Germany and Locarno. The earliest departure is at 4:13 AM at night, and the last departure from Germany is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Locarno at 12:15 PM. All services require a transfer at Berlin Hbf and take an average of 13h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Germany 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 Germany to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Germany station and arriving at Locarno station via Frankfurt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 28m.
Germany to Locarno train services, operated by S-Bahn Berlin, depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Germany to Locarno train services, operated by S-Bahn Berlin, arrive at Bellinzona station.
The distance between Germany and Locarno is 568.2 km. The road distance is 1,152 km.
You can take a train from S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf to Locarno via Berlin Hbf, Frankfurt, Basel SBB, and Bellinzona in around 12h 22m.