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    About the train journey from Locarno to Stresa

    Want to travel from Locarno to Stresa by train? Start your journey with us.

    The train from Locarno to Stresa usually takes 4 hours 1 minute on average to travel 38 km, although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 3 minutes. You can expect to find 43 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren't any direct services running between Locarno and Stresa, you'll need to make 2 changes on your way to Stresa. You can choose to travel with Trenitalia or SBB to get to Stresa – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

    To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Locarno to Stresa in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

    Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Stresa, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

    Locarno to Stresa by train

    First train

    5:45 am

    Last train

    9:22 pm

    Departure station

    Locarno

    Arrival station

    Stresa

    Journey time

    From 3h 3m

    Distance

    24 miles (38 km)

    Frequency

    43 trains per day

    Changes

    2 changes

    Train and bus operators

    SBB CFF FFS, Trenord, Trenitalia

    What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Locarno to Stresa?

    Want to know more about your journey from Locarno to Stresa? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

    How do I travel from Locarno to Stresa?

    You can get from Locarno to Stresa in 4 hours and 1 minute on average, with the fastest trains taking just 3 hours and 3 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details on times, tickets and prices.

    How long does the train from Locarno to Stresa take?

    The average journey time by train between Locarno and Stresa is 4 hours and 1 minute, with around 43 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

    What's the fastest journey time between Locarno and Stresa by train?

    The fastest journey time by train from Locarno to Stresa is 3 hours and 3 minutes.

    Can you take a train directly from Locarno to Stresa?

    No, there are no direct train services from Locarno to Stresa. Travelling from Locarno to Stresa by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

    What are the train times from Locarno to Stresa?

    Check out the next trains departing from Locarno to Stresa for Tuesday Sep 9th 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
    DepartsArrivesDuration
    11:52 am3:08 pm3h 16m, 4 changes
    12:22 pm4:08 pm3h 46m, 2 changes
    12:45 pm4:08 pm3h 23m, 3 changes
    12:52 pm4:08 pm3h 16m, 4 changes
    1:22 pm4:25 pm3h 3m, 3 changes
    1:22 pm5:08 pm3h 46m, 2 changes
    1:33 pm4:48 pm3h 15m, 2 changes
    1:52 pm5:08 pm3h 16m, 4 changes
    2:22 pm6:08 pm3h 46m, 2 changes
    2:31 pm5:48 pm3h 17m, 2 changes

    SBB and Trenitalia trains from Locarno to Stresa

    You can travel from Locarno to Stresa on SBB and Trenitalia trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

    The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).

    Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.

    What Regional trains, Trenord, Trenitalia Eurocity and Eurocity classes are there from Locarno to Stresa?

    Compare the different travel classes offered by Regional trains, Trenord, Trenitalia Eurocity and Eurocity when traveling from Locarno to Stresa.

    What are the onboard services on Regional trains, Trenord, Trenitalia Eurocity and Eurocity?

    Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Locarno to Stresa.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?
    • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge.
    • In most cases, there are no baggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    At the moment, a restaurant service is not available on Trenitalia's regional trains. However, you can take your own food on board so pick up some snacks at the station before you set off.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    Trenitalia's regional trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Kids under 4 can travel for free if they’re accompanied by an adult and a seat is not assigned to them. Children aged 4-11 can get 50% off. Older children will need to have a full-price ticket.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
    • You can take your bike, hoverboard, monowheel or e-scooter free of charge if it can be folded and doesn’t exceed these dimensions: 120 x 80 x 45cm (47.2 x 31.4 x 17.7 inches).
    • If your bike can’t be folded, you’ll need to buy a bike ticket or another Second Class ticket.
    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
    • Small pets can travel on Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm (27.5 x 11.8 x 19.6 inches).
    • Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
    • Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    Air-conditioning is available on Trenitalia's regional trains.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?
    • You can take your bags on board Trenord trains free of charge, provided their dimensions do not exceed 80 x 110 x 40cm (31.4 x 43.3 x 15.7 inches).
    • You’ll need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    At the moment, a restaurant service is not available on Trenord trains. However, you can take your own food on board so pick up some snacks at the station before you set off.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    Trenord do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Kids under 4 travel for free on all Trenord trains if they don’t occupy a seat and sit on an adult’s lap. Children aged 4-13 get 50% off the standard fare.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
    • Each passenger can take only one bike onboard Trenord trains.
    • Folding bikes and scooters that do not exceed the maximum dimensions of 80 x 120 x 45cm (31.4 x 47.2 x 17.7 inches) are allowed on board free of charge.
    • If you can’t fold your bike, you may be able to take it onboard some Trenord trains. However, you’ll need to buy a ticket both for you and for your bike.
    • Please note that the last cars of some trains are only reserved for bikes of those working in the food delivery sector.
    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
    • Small pets can travel on all Trenord trains free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm (27.5 x 11.8 x 19.6 inches).
    • Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket for unlimited travel for the whole day you’re traveling. They need to be kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
    • Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
    • Pets are not allowed on board on weekdays from 7 am to 9.30 am and from 5.30 pm to 7.30 pm.
    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    Passengers with disabilities can:

    • Request, through the Lombardy Region, the IVOL regional card, which allows them to travel at a discounted price
    • Buy the ticket on board without going through control checks
    • Access the train with CartaBlu (free card for disabled passengers that live in Italy)

    To request special assistance, passengers will need to call the toll-free number 800210955 (active every day from 8.15 am to 7:45 pm) at least 48 hours before departure.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?
    • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Eurocity trains free of charge.
    • In most cases, there are no baggage size limits – you can even travel with musical instruments and sports equipment. You’ll just need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?
    • You’ll find a Bar-Bistrò on Eurocity trains that are travelling between Italy, Switzerland and Germany.
    • A minibar trolley service is also available – you can choose from a wide range of snacks and drinks.
    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    Free WiFi is available on Eurocity Giruno trains.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Kids under 4 can travel for free if they're accompanied by an adult and don't occupy a seat.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    Not all Eurocity trains allow you to take your bike on board – you’ll need to check in advance if you can travel with your bike. If that’s the case, you’ll need to buy a ticket and book your bike space before departure at the ticket office.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    Guide and assistance dogs can travel for free and don't need a ticket.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    All of Trenitalia’s Eurocity trains offer dedicated spaces to passengers with disabilities.

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    A quiet area (or Area Silenzio) is available on all Eurocity Giruno trains.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    You can take as much baggage as you want on SBB Eurocity trains, provided that it fits in the baggage racks provided.

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    Many SBB Eurocity trains will have a restaurant or bistro car so you can buy food and drink throughout your journey. You may be able to sit at a table in the restaurant carriage or take your meal back to your seat.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    There are power outlets and free WiFi on SBB Eurocity trains.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    There is stroller storage available on the train, as well as a baby changing toilet on board.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    You can take your bike on board SBB Eurocity trains provided that you can fit it into the storage space onboard, but you'll need to buy a ticket for it. You'll also need a reservation for the Swiss part of your journey when traveling internationally. You can make a reservation online or at a ticket office.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    Dogs under 30cm in height can travel for free if they're in a carrier and placed under your seat. Larger dogs can travel with you if you buy a Dog Day Pass for CHF 25, which can be purchased at a ticket office, at a ticket machine, online or on the SBB app. The pass is valid for a day on trains, ships, trams and buses in most Swiss cities.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    There is a wheelchair-accessible toilet on board, plus priority seating for passengers with reduced mobility.

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    There is air conditioning on board newer SBB Eurocity trains, so you can travel in comfort.

    How do I find cheap train tickets from Locarno to Stresa?

    If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

    1. Book in advance

    The price of train tickets from Locarno to Stresa starts at § one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

    2. Be flexible with your travel times

    If you can, consider traveling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as lots of trains companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

    3. Buy a rail pass

    If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Eurail Passes that are valid for travel in one country or multiple countries across Europe.

    4. Choose a slower or connecting train

    On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

    5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals

    Many train companies in Europe will often run sales and offers on tickets throughout the year, so keep an eye out!

    For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

    §Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

    * Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.

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