Chat with local LLMs using n8n and Ollama
This n8n workflow allows you to seamlessly interact with your self-hosted Large Language Models (LLMs) through a user-friendly chat interface. By connecting to Ollama, a powerful tool for…
Chat with local LLMs using n8n and Ollama is a n8n workflow for Engineering. This n8n workflow allows you to seamlessly interact with your self-hosted Large Language Models (LLMs) through a user-friendly chat interface. By connecting to Ollama, a powerful tool for… It is rated beginner and runs locally — free and private, with 3 custom nodes required.
- Use case
- Engineering
- Difficulty
- beginner
- Author
- Mihai Farcas
- Updated
- Jul 23, 2026
Required custom nodes
- chainLlm
- lmChatOllama
- chatTrigger
Chat with local LLMs using n8n and Ollama
A working n8n automation that runs against a local model via Ollama - 77,672 views on the n8n template library. This n8n workflow allows you to seamlessly interact with your self-hosted Large Language Models (LLMs) through a user-friendly chat interface. By connecting to Ollama, a powerful tool for…
What it does
This n8n workflow allows you to seamlessly interact with your self-hosted Large Language Models (LLMs) through a user-friendly chat interface. By connecting to Ollama, a powerful tool for… It chains 4 nodes, integrating chainLlm, lmChatOllama, chatTrigger.
Requirements
- n8n (self-hosted, free) to run the workflow
- Ollama serving a local model
- A GPU with enough VRAM for your chosen model (see best model per GPU)
Import it
Open the workflow on the n8n template library and click Use workflow to import it into your self-hosted n8n, then point its model node at your local Ollama endpoint (http://localhost:11434).
Use it with
Workflow by Mihai Farcas on the n8n template library. We link to the original to import; credit and the workflow JSON belong to its author.
Frequently asked
What does the Chat with local LLMs using n8n and Ollama workflow do?
This n8n workflow allows you to seamlessly interact with your self-hosted Large Language Models (LLMs) through a user-friendly chat interface. By connecting to Ollama, a powerful tool for… It is a n8n workflow built for Engineering.
What do I need to run Chat with local LLMs using n8n and Ollama?
Chat with local LLMs using n8n and Ollama runs on n8n and needs 3 custom nodes. It runs entirely on your own machine.
Is Chat with local LLMs using n8n and Ollama free to use?
Yes. Chat with local LLMs using n8n and Ollama is a local, self-hosted n8n workflow — there are no per-run or API costs once your hardware is set up.
How hard is it to set up Chat with local LLMs using n8n and Ollama?
Chat with local LLMs using n8n and Ollama is rated beginner. It is a good starting point if you are new to local AI.