The average train between Varzo and Locarno takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Varzo 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 twice daily between Varzo and Locarno. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Varzo is at 6:40 PM which arrives into Locarno at 9:00 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Varzo to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Varzo station and arriving at Locarno station via Locarno Fart. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Varzo to Locarno train services, operated by BLS AG, depart from Domodossola station.
Varzo to Locarno train services, operated by BLS AG, arrive at Locarno Fart station.
The distance between Varzo and Locarno is 42.3 km. The road distance is 59 km.
FART operates a train from Domodossola to Locarno Fart every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 9–14 and the journey takes 1h 54m.