The average train between Salzburg and Locarno takes 13h 14m and the fastest train takes 9h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Salzburg 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 3 times a day between Salzburg and Locarno. The earliest departure is at 5:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salzburg is at 3:56 PM which arrives into Locarno at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Feldkirch and take an average of 13h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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16h 49m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Salzburg station and arriving at Locarno station via Feldkirch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 14m.
Salzburg to Locarno train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Salzburg Hbf station.
Salzburg to Locarno train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Bellinzona station.
Book your Salzburg to Locarno train tickets online with Railjet, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and ÖBB Intercity.
The distance between Salzburg and Locarno is 369.3 km. The road distance is 643 km.
You can take a train from Salzburg Hbf to Locarno via Feldkirch, Zürich HB, and Bellinzona in around 9h 27m.