The average train between Mainz and Locarno takes 7h 53m and the fastest train takes 6h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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 3 hours between Mainz and Locarno. The earliest departure is at 1:38 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 11:08 PM which arrives into Locarno at 10:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 7h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 2m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Mainz 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 Mainz to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Locarno station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.
Mainz to Locarno train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.
Mainz to Locarno train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Bellinzona station.
Book your Mainz to Locarno train tickets online with Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Locarno is 425.8 km. The road distance is 573 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Locarno via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Basel SBB, and Bellinzona in around 7h 19m.