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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Lucerne

Showing times and prices for 14 Jul

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£37

Fastest journey

1 h 1 m

Average duration

1 h 18 m

Trains per day

Distance

66 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bern to Lucerne will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Bern for Lucerne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.

IR 15 2511 | 2511

09:001h01

Bern Hauptbahnhof

10:01Lucerne station

£281One-way

0 changes

IR 15 2509 | 2509

08:001h01

Bern Hauptbahnhof

09:01Lucerne station

£301One-way

0 changes

IR 16 2165 | 2165 · RE 24 4715 | 4715

08:331h22

Bern Hauptbahnhof

09:55Lucerne station

£411One-way

1 change

IC 6 960 | 960 · S 29 8928 | 8928 · S 1 21128 | 21128

08:041h41

Bern Hauptbahnhof

09:45Lucerne station

£411One-way

2 changes

IC 6 960 | 960 · IR 27 2463 | 2463

08:041h26

Bern Hauptbahnhof

09:30Lucerne station

£431One-way

1 change

Travel Information

Compare train for Bern to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a coach costs an average of £45.

Distance: 66 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
£34 Average Price Cheapest	£45 Average Price
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bern to Lucerne train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday 13 July

Last updated at 05:35

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
IR 15 2509 \| 2509	06:00 Bern Hauptbahnhof	1h01	07:01 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
IC 6 960 \| 960 · S 29 8928 \| 8928 · S 1 21128 \| 21128	06:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof	1h41	07:45 Lucerne station	2 changes
IC 6 960 \| 960 · IR 27 2463 \| 2463	06:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof	1h26	07:30 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 16 2165 \| 2165 · RE 24 4715 \| 4715	06:33 Bern Hauptbahnhof	1h22	07:55 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 35 2363 \| 2363 · IC 21 667 \| 667	06:38 Bern Hauptbahnhof	1h27	08:05 Lucerne station	1 change
IR 15 2511 \| 2511	07:00 Bern Hauptbahnhof	1h01	08:01 Lucerne station	0 changesdirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bern to Lucerne?

The best time to book your train from Bern to Lucerne is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bern to Lucerne route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bern to Lucerne per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bern to Lucerne.

Trains

from £24

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bern to Lucerne

Switzerland

Trains from Bern to Lucerne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

66 km

Average train duration

1h 8m

Cheapest ticket price

£23

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 1m

First train

00:02

Last train

23:54

Price information

Train providers: SBB trains Bern to Lucerne

Buy your official SBB train tickets from Bern to Lucerne from £20 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

SBB is Switzerland's main train company and for your next train trip from Bern to Lucerne, SBB offers these ticket types: Round-trip Standard Ticket or First Class.

Bern to Lucerne train information with SBB:

Average Duration: 1 h 1 min
Cheapest Price: £20
SBB frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Bern to Lucerne train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bern to Lucerne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bern to Lucerne.

Cheap train tickets from Bern to Lucerne can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bern to Lucerne is £28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Bern to Lucerne train time is 1 h 1 min covering the 41 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bern to Lucerne leaves at 00: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bern to Lucerne leaves at 23: 54.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Bern to Lucerne without having to change trains with SBB. There are 4 direct trains from Bern to Lucerne each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best Bern to Lucerne train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with SBB. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Bern and Lucerne to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 54.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bern Hauptbahnhof, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lucerne, located 0.3 miles (525 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Lucerne from Bern is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 1 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Bern to Lucerne by train is January.

You have options as you can travel between Bern and Lucerne 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bern and Lucerne

Bern

Lucerne

The major train station for departures in Bern is Bern Hauptbahnhof. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bern Hauptbahnhof for your trip from Bern to Lucerne.

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