The cheapest and fastest trains from Arth to Lucerne
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
27 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arth to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arth to Lucerne will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 26 trains that leave Arth for Lucerne every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
S 3 21332 | 213329:200h33Arth-Goldau9:53Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
S 3 21328 | 213288:200h33Arth-Goldau8:53Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
S 3 21336 | 2133610:200h33Arth-Goldau10:53Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
IR 26 2312 | 23128:150h26Arth-Goldau8:41Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
IR 26 2316 | 231610:150h26Arth-Goldau10:41Lucerne station£101One-way0 changes
IR 26 2312 | 23128:150h26Arth-Goldau8:41Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
IC 21 668 | 6689:150h26Arth-Goldau9:41Lucerne station£101One-way0 changes
IR 26 2316 | 231610:150h26Arth-Goldau10:41Lucerne station£101One-way0 changes
IC 21 672 | 67211:150h26Arth-Goldau11:41Lucerne station£141One-way0 changes
IR VAE 2010 | 20108:490h32Arth-Goldau9:21Lucerne station£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Arth to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arth to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 17 km
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Live departures
Arth to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Arth to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 26 2312 | 2312 | 8:15 Arth-Goldau | 0h26 | 8:41 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 21328 | 21328 | 8:20 Arth-Goldau | 0h33 | 8:53 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
CC 81 | 120+ IR VAE 2012 | 2012 | 8:45 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1h36 | 10:21 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
IR VAE 2010 | 2010 | 8:49 Arth-Goldau | 0h32 | 9:21 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
CC 81 | 120+ IR VAE 2012 | 2012 | 8:53 Rigi Staffel | 1h28 | 10:21 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
CC 82 | 1108 · B 508 8040 | 8040 · S 3 21336 | 21336 | 9:03 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1h50 | 10:53 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
CC 82 | 1108 · B 508 8040 | 8040 · S 3 21336 | 21336 | 9:08 Rigi Staffel | 1h45 | 10:53 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
IC 21 668 | 668 | 9:15 Arth-Goldau | 0h26 | 9:41 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 21332 | 21332 | 9:20 Arth-Goldau | 0h33 | 9:53 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
CC 81 | 126+ IR VAE 2014 | 2014 | 9:48 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1h33 | 11:21 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
IR VAE 2012 | 2012 | 9:49 Arth-Goldau | 0h32 | 10:21 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
CC 81 | 126+ IR VAE 2014 | 2014 | 9:53 Rigi Staffel | 1h28 | 11:21 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
CC 82 | 1110 · B 508 8050 | 8050 · S 3 21340 | 21340 | 10:03 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1h50 | 11:53 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
CC 82 | 1110 · B 508 8050 | 8050 · S 3 21340 | 21340 | 10:08 Rigi Staffel | 1h45 | 11:53 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2316 | 2316 | 10:15 Arth-Goldau | 0h26 | 10:41 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 21336 | 21336 | 10:20 Arth-Goldau | 0h33 | 10:53 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
CC 81 | 132+ IR VAE 2016 | 2016 | 10:48 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1h33 | 12:21 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
IR VAE 2014 | 2014 | 10:49 Arth-Goldau | 0h32 | 11:21 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
CC 81 | 132+ IR VAE 2016 | 2016 | 10:53 Rigi Staffel | 1h28 | 12:21 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
CC 82 | 1116 · B 508 8060 | 8060 · S 3 21344 | 21344 | 11:03 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1h50 | 12:53 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
CC 82 | 1116 · B 508 8060 | 8060 · S 3 21344 | 21344 | 11:08 Rigi Staffel | 1h45 | 12:53 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
IC 21 672 | 672 | 11:15 Arth-Goldau | 0h26 | 11:41 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
CC 81 | 138+ IR VAE 2018 | 2018 | 11:48 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1h33 | 13:21 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
CC 81 | 138+ IR VAE 2018 | 2018 | 11:53 Rigi Staffel | 1h28 | 13:21 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
CC 82 | 1122 · B 508 8070 | 8070 · S 3 21348 | 21348 | 12:03 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1h50 | 13:53 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
CC 82 | 1122 · B 508 8070 | 8070 · S 3 21348 | 21348 | 12:08 Rigi Staffel | 1h45 | 13:53 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Arth to Lucerne
Trains from Arth to Lucerne run on average 24 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 26m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SBB, Voralpen Express from Arth to Lucerne trainsSBB, Voralpen Express trains will get you between Arth and Lucerne from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Arth to Lucerne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arth to Lucerne by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lucerne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Arth and Lucerne
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Rigi Kulm
- Restaurant Gotthard
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Rigi
- Hotel Restaurant Roessli
- Hotel Alpenhof
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Zurich, Lucerne, and regional destinations
- Train: SBB InterCity, InterRegio, and S-Bahn services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Rigi Kulm Hotel Restaurant
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Rigi Kulm Hotel
- The station is a small mountain station with basic facilities, primarily serving tourists visiting Mount Rigi.
- Cogwheel train: Arth-Goldau to Rigi Kulm
- Vitznau to Rigi Kulm
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Schiff
- Restaurant Opus
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel des Balances
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Hotel Waldstätterhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1700 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-14 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: connections to bus and trolleybus services
- Hall 3: ferry terminal for Lake Lucerne
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12
- Boat: Lake Lucerne ferries
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