The average train between Trieste and Locarno takes 10h 8m and the fastest train takes 7h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Trieste 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 Trieste and Locarno. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Trieste is at 5:05 PM which arrives into Locarno at 7:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 10h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Trieste 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 Trieste to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Trieste station and arriving at Locarno station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.
Trieste to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Trieste Centrale station.
Trieste to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Locarno station.
Book your Trieste to Locarno train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce and Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
The distance between Trieste and Locarno is 389.4 km. The road distance is 513 km.
You can take a train from Trieste Centrale to Locarno via Milano Centrale in around 6h 45m.