The cheapest and fastest trains from Como to Lucerne
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Como to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Como to Lucerne will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 8 trains that leave Como for Lucerne every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 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 17 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.
IC 31466 | 31466+
IR VAE 2010 | 20107:042h17Chiasso station9:21Lucerne station£451One-way1 change
RE 80 25506 | 25506 · IC 21 668 | 6687:342h07Chiasso station9:41Lucerne station£491One-way1 change
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 23168:342h07Chiasso station10:41Lucerne station£511One-way2 changes
RE 80 25502 | 25502 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 23126:342h07Chiasso station8:41Lucerne station£521One-way2 changes
126+
319:512h30Como San Giovanni22:21Lucerne£531One-way1 change
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 23168:342h07Chiasso station10:41Lucerne station£511One-way2 changes
RE 80 25502 | 25502 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 23126:342h07Chiasso station8:41Lucerne station£521One-way2 changes
RE 80 25506 | 25506 · IC 21 668 | 6687:342h07Chiasso station9:41Lucerne station£491One-way1 change
EC 10 | 10+
IR VAE 2012 | 20128:052h16Chiasso station10:21Lucerne station£561One-way1 change
IC 31466 | 31466+
IR VAE 2010 | 20107:042h17Chiasso station9:21Lucerne station£451One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Como to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Como 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £30.
Distance: 150 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£55 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Como to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Como to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Saturday 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 80 25502 | 25502 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 2312 | 6:34 Chiasso station | 2h07 | 8:41 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
IC 31466 | 31466+ IR VAE 2010 | 2010 | 7:04 Chiasso station | 2h17 | 9:21 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
RE 80 25506 | 25506 · IC 21 668 | 668 | 7:34 Chiasso station | 2h07 | 9:41 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
EC 10 | 10+ IR VAE 2012 | 2012 | 8:05 Chiasso station | 2h16 | 10:21 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 | 8:34 Chiasso station | 2h07 | 10:41 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
178 | 10:58 Como San Giovanni | 2h43 | 13:41 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
126+ 3 | 19:51 Como San Giovanni | 2h30 | 22:21 Lucerne | 1 change | |
28+ 1 | 20:51 Como San Giovanni | 2h47 | 23:38 Lucerne | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Como to Lucerne
Trains from Como to Lucerne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 23:34 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Como to Lucerne trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Como 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: Como to Lucerne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Como 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 Como and Lucerne
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the station.
- Located near the station.
- Como Caffe
- Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.
- Palace Hotel
- Hotel Borgovico
- Hotel Metropole Suisse
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30
- On the ground level.
- Bus lines: C10, C30, D10
- Train lines: S11, R18, SBB Regio, SBB EC
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Ristorante Sociale
- Osteria del Gallo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Metropole Suisse
- Albergo Terminus Hotel
- Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to various towns around Lake Como
- 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
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