Zurich

If you land at Zurich International Airport, you can reach Locarno by train: Zurich Flughafen-Zurich HB-Locarno.

If you travel by train from within Europe via Zurich, continue by train to Locarno.

a) Zurich Airport to Zurich HB (Zurich Main Station)

The fastest and cheapest way to get to Zurich HB is by train. Follow the signs "rail" to reach the train platforms located underneath the airport. Schedules for trains to Zurich HB are posted on boards just above the platforms. Ticket machines and ticket counters are available there too. Trains to Zurich HB depart every 10-15 minutes and the trip takes about 15 minutes. Once at Zurich HB you can catch your connecting train to Locarno. It is also possible to purchase your train ticket for Locarno at the airport.

b) Zurich HB to Locarno

There are connections to Locarno every hour. The best option is the direct train or the train with just one change in Bellinzona (the latter is almost 15 minutes faster). The trip takes approximately three hours.

Booking or advance purchase of train tickets are possible but not obligatory. Click here to find the most convenient train schedule for you. Once in Locarno, continue to Monte Verità by following the directions given here.