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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chiasso to Lucerne
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 12 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 £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chiasso for Lucerne every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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.
13:342h07Chiasso15:41Lucerne£501One-way0 changes- 8:342h07Chiasso10:41Lucerne£531One-way0 changes
- 7:202h21Chiasso9:41Lucerne£551One-way0 changes
- 7:052h16Chiasso9:21Lucerne£591One-way0 changes
- 8:202h21Chiasso10:41Lucerne£731One-way0 changes
- 8:342h07Chiasso10:41Lucerne£531One-way0 changes
- 13:342h07Chiasso15:41Lucerne£501One-way0 changes
- 9:342h07Chiasso11:41Lucerne£741One-way0 changes
- 7:052h16Chiasso9:21Lucerne£591One-way0 changes
- 7:202h21Chiasso9:41Lucerne£551One-way0 changes
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 £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. 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 £10, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 146 km
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£54 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Chiasso to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Chiasso to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Monday 13 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:05 Chiasso | 2h16 | 9:21 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:20 Chiasso | 2h21 | 9:41 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:20 Chiasso | 2h21 | 10:41 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:34 Chiasso | 2h07 | 10:41 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:34 Chiasso | 2h07 | 15:41 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect |
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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 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £10 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 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 23:18 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
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 £10. 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Chiasso and Lucerne
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Via Giuseppe Motta.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Carlino
- Osteria Grotto del Cavaliere
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Mövenpick Touring
- Hotel Bahnhof
- Hotel Garni Centro
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Italy and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: SBB services
- Bus: Several local lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
AccessibilityParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
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