What is the cheapest way to get from Venice to Locarno?

The cheapest way to get from Venice to Locarno is to drive which costs SFr 50 - SFr 80 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Venice to Locarno?

The fastest way to get from Venice to Locarno is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 80.

Is there a direct train between Venice and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Venice to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Venezia S. Lucia and arriving at Locarno via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Venice to Locarno?

The distance between Venice and Locarno is 377 km. The road distance is 342.2 km.

How do I travel from Venice to Locarno without a car?

The best way to get from Venice to Locarno without a car is to train via Milan which takes 5h 2m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 110.

How long does it take to get from Venice to Locarno?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Venice to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Venice to Locarno train from?

Venice to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Venezia S. Lucia station.

Where does the Venice to Locarno train arrive?

Venice to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Venice to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Venice to Locarno is 342 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Venice to Locarno.

How do I get a train ticket from Venice to Locarno?

Book your Venice to Locarno train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2427+ hotels available in Locarno.

Venice to Locarno - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Venice to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), car, plane, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Venezia S. Lucia to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe 80
5h 2m
CHF 26–109
Drive 342.2 km
1. Drive from Venice to Locarno342.2 km
3h 53m
CHF 55–79
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)VCE - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarno
7h 9m
CHF 62–198
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Venezia S. Lucia to BellinzonaEc
5h 4m
CHF 82–129
Train via Locarno
1. Take the train from Venezia Santa Lucia Station to Milano Centrale8974 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe80
5h 7m
CHF 57–116
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)VCE - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarno
8h 1m
CHF 87–251

Venice to Locarno by train

104Weekly Trains

5h 2mAverage Duration

CHF 26Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Venice to Locarno.

Launch map view

Distance: 376.5 km
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Venice, Italy and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Venezia S. Lucia to Locarno via Milano Centrale in around 5h 2m.

Airlines

Train operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.