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Taking the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Locarno in 1 hour 55 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Locarno? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 51 miles (82 km) from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Locarno by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 55 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 56 trains per day running on this route. You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. You can travel with SBB trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Locarno are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Locarno? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Milano Porta Garibaldi to Locarno by train
| First train | 05:39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:35 | |
| Departure station | Milano Porta Garibaldi | |
| Arrival station | Locarno | |
| Journey time | From 1h 55m | |
| Distance | 51 miles (82 km) | |
| Frequency | 56 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Locarno
Want to know more about your journey from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Locarno? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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SBB trains from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Locarno
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).
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Cheap train tickets from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Locarno
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Locarno by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.