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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chiasso to Lucerne
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chiasso to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chiasso to Lucerne will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
To travel from Chiasso to Lucerne you need to make at least one change.
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 23168:342h07Chiasso station10:41Lucerne station£481One-way2 changes- EC 10 | 10 · IR 75 2112 | 2112+
IR VAE 2012 | 20128:052h20Chiasso station10:25Lucerne station£531One-way2 changes - EC 10 | 10 · EV EV2 31434 | 314348:052h26Chiasso station10:31Lucerne£551One-way1 change
- EC 12 | 12 · EV EV2 31438 | 314389:052h26Chiasso station11:31Lucerne£701One-way1 change
- EC 12 | 12 · IR 75 2114 | 2114+IR VAE 2014 | 20149:052h20Chiasso station11:25Lucerne station£701One-way2 changes
- RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 23168:342h07Chiasso station10:41Lucerne station£481One-way2 changes
- EC 10 | 10 · IR 75 2112 | 2112+IR VAE 2012 | 20128:052h20Chiasso station10:25Lucerne station£531One-way2 changes
- EC 12 | 12 · IR 75 2114 | 2114+IR VAE 2014 | 20149:052h20Chiasso station11:25Lucerne station£701One-way2 changes
- EC 10 | 10 · EV EV2 31434 | 314348:052h26Chiasso station10:31Lucerne£551One-way1 change
- EC 12 | 12 · EV EV2 31438 | 314389:052h26Chiasso station11:31Lucerne£701One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Chiasso to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chiasso to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. 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 coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 146 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£53 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Chiasso to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Chiasso to Lucerne trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 10 | 10 · EV EV2 31434 | 31434 | 8:05 Chiasso station | 2h26 | 10:31 Lucerne | 1 change | |
| EC 10 | 10 · IR 75 2112 | 2112+IR VAE 2012 | 2012 | 8:05 Chiasso station | 2h20 | 10:25 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
| RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 | 8:34 Chiasso station | 2h07 | 10:41 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
| EC 12 | 12 · EV EV2 31438 | 31438 | 9:05 Chiasso station | 2h26 | 11:31 Lucerne | 1 change | |
| EC 12 | 12 · IR 75 2114 | 2114+IR VAE 2014 | 2014 | 9:05 Chiasso station | 2h20 | 11:25 Lucerne station | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chiasso to Lucerne
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Trains from Chiasso to Lucerne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 23:18 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Chiasso to Lucerne trainsSBB, Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Chiasso and Lucerne from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chiasso to Lucerne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiasso 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 Chiasso and Lucerne
Most Chiasso to Lucerne trains use the Chiasso to Luzern Bhf station pair, with some services arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Chiasso and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chiasso station do trains to Lucerne leave from?
Getting to Chiasso from Chiasso city centre
Chiasso train station facilities and services
Chiasso has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Carlino, Osteria Grotto del Cavaliere
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chiasso. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Chiasso. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chiasso: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chiasso: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chiasso.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mövenpick Touring, Hotel Bahnhof, Hotel Garni Centro.
Which Lucerne station do trains from Chiasso arrive at?
Getting to Luzern Bhf from Lucerne city centre
Luzern Bhf train station facilities and services
Luzern Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
Luzern, Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Luzern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Bahnhof.
Getting to Luzern Verkehrshaus from Lucerne city centre
Luzern Verkehrshaus is 2 km from Lucerne city centre. Public transport options include:
Luzern Verkehrshaus train station facilities and services
Luzern Verkehrshaus has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern Verkehrshaus: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luzern Verkehrshaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
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