FRANKFURT AM MAIN to LUCERNE train from £21 with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne

Showing times and prices for 16 Jul

Cheapest price

£68

Average price

£88

Fastest journey

4 h 14 m

Average duration

4 h 17 m

Trains per day

Distance

342 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.

Fast trains

To travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne you need to make at least one change.

ICE 511 · ICE 275 · IR 2467
6:514h39
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
11:30Lucerne station
£681One-way
2 changes
ICE 275 · IR 2467
6:504h40
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
11:30Lucerne station
£681One-way
1 change
ICE 595 · ICE 105 · IR 2477
11:504h40
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
16:30Lucerne station
£751One-way
2 changes
ICE 279 · IR 2327
10:504h15
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
15:05Lucerne station
£751One-way
1 change
ICE 2557 · IR 2471
8:504h40
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
13:30Lucerne station
£751One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £111.

Distance: 342 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£77 Average Price	£33 Average Price Cheapest	£242 Average Price
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	11h 14m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions	1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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

Live departures

Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
IC 60403 · IC 959 · IC 663	Delayed 0:06 2:06Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	5h59	8:05 Lucerne station	2 changes
IC 60403 · IR 2461	Delayed 0:06 2:06Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	6h24	8:30 Lucerne station	1 change
IC 60408 · IR 2463	Delayed 1:41 3:41Frankfurt South station	5h49	9:30 Lucerne station	1 change
IC 60408 · ICE 271 · IR 2315	Delayed 1:41 3:41Frankfurt South station	5h24	9:05 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 273 · IR 2465	Delayed 3:50 5:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h40	10:30 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 275 · IR 2467	On time 6:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h40	11:30 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 511 · ICE 275 · IR 2467	On time 6:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h39	11:30 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 591 · ICE 101 · IC 671	On time 7:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h15	12:05 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 101 · IC 671	7:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h14	12:05 Lucerne station	1 change
ECE 151 · IR 2469	8:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h28	12:30 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 2557 · IR 2471	Delayed 6:52 8:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h40	13:30 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 513 · ICE 2557 · IR 2471	Delayed 7:16 8:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h39	13:30 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 2513 · ICE 103 · IR 2473	On time 9:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h10	14:30 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 103 · IR 2473	9:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h39	14:30 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 279 · IR 2327	Delayed 8:52 10:50Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h15	15:05 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IR 2327	Delayed 9:17 10:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h14	15:05 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 595 · ICE 105 · IR 2477	On time 11:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h40	16:30 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 105 · IR 2477	On time 11:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h39	16:30 Lucerne station	1 change
ECE 5 · IC 977 · IR 2331	12:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h45	17:05 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 225 · ECE 5 · IC 977 · IR 2331	On time 12:21 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h44	17:05 Lucerne station	3 changes
ICE 371 · IR 2479	On time 12:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h40	17:30 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 517 · ICE 371 · IR 2479	Delayed 11:17 12:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h39	17:30 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 597 · ICE 107 · IC 683	On time 13:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h15	18:05 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 107 · IC 683	On time 13:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h14	18:05 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 73 · IC 981 · IR 2335	On time 14:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h45	19:05 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 73 · IR 2483	On time 14:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h10	19:30 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 919 · ICE 73 · IC 981 · IR 2335	On time 14:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h43	19:05 Lucerne station	3 changes
ICE 519 · ICE 373 · IR 2483	Delayed 13:17 14:51Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h39	19:30 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 599 · ICE 109 · IR 2485	On time 15:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h40	20:30 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 109 · IR 2485	On time 15:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h39	20:30 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 375 · IR 2339	On time 16:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h15	21:05 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 611 · ICE 375 · IR 2339	16:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h14	21:05 Lucerne station	2 changes
TGV 9560+ICE 1064 · IC 987 · IC 691	On time 16:55 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h10	22:05 Lucerne station	3 changes
ICE 691 · ICE 201 · IR 2489	On time 17:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h40	22:30 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 201 · IR 2489	On time 17:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h39	22:30 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 75 · IC 989 · IR 2343	18:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h45	23:05 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 1013 · ICE 75 · IC 989 · IR 2343	On time 18:22 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h43	23:05 Lucerne station	3 changes
ICE 377 · RE 4743	On time 18:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	5h05	23:55 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 613 · ICE 377 · RE 4743	18:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	5h04	23:55 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 379 · RE 2347	20:50 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	4h26	1:16 Lucerne station	1 change
ICE 615 · ICE 379 · RE 2347	20:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	4h25	1:16 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 205 · ICE 77 · IC 659	21:51 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station	8h14	6:05 Lucerne station	2 changes
ICE 77 · IC 659	22:20 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf	7h45	6:05 Lucerne station	1 change
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Deutsche Bahn as well as Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne.

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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?

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Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne?

The best time to book your train from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne.

Trains

from £37

Coaches

from £22

Flights

from £124

Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne

Germany

Switzerland

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 342 km distance in 4h 3m.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £21

Distance

342 km

Average train duration

4h 8m

Cheapest ticket price

£34

Trains per day

Fastest train

4h 3m

First train

0:05

Last train

23:54

Cheapest Month

Jun

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Wed

Best time to book

42 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £21

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 3m

Cheapest Price

£34

Deutsche Bahn frequency

14 a day

Luggage included

Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves

Luggage storage

Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.

Cancellation Policy

Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?

Refund

If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.

Seat reservation

Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.

Pets

Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.

Quiet zone

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Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 15m

Cheapest Price

£103

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency

12 a day

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

The cost of a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £34, while the average price tends to be around £77.

The train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne covers a distance of 342 km and takes approximately 4h 3m. Trains run 14 per day.

The train distance from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne is 342 km.

The first train from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne leaves at 0:05.

The last train from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne departs at 23:54.

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne run approximately 14 times per day.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne.

To get from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.

There is no night train service from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne.

The train station in Frankfurt am Main that goes to Lucerne is Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, and it arrives at Lucerne station.

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne is by coach, costing approximately £21.

Booking trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

Yes, the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne is considered scenic, as it passes through the beautiful landscapes of the Rhineland and the Swiss Alps, offering views of rolling hills, charming villages, and picturesque lakes.

A day trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne is not feasible as the journey duration is 4h 3m. However, there are 14 trains per day, allowing for flexible travel planning. The distance is 342 km.

In Lucerne, you can enjoy a boat tour or scenic walk around the picturesque Lake Lucerne, explore the charming Old Town with its cobblestone streets and historic landmarks, and visit the Richard Wagner Museum. Take a scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne for breathtaking mountain views, or ride the world's steepest cogwheel railway to Mount Pilatus for an unforgettable adventure. Don't miss the historic Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument, the interactive Swiss Museum of Transport, and the medieval Museggmauer wall with its panoramic views.

Three days in Lucerne is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Chapel Bridge, Mount Pilatus, and the Swiss Transport Museum, while also enjoying scenic boat trips on Lake Lucerne.

Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne

Most Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Luzern Bhf station pair, with some services arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main

Arrival train stations in Lucerne

Which Frankfurt am Main station do trains to Lucerne leave from?

Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne leave from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. The station is 2 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre at Im Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

Frankfurt (Main) HbfIm Hauptbahnhof, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS9, S8, S6, S5, S4, S3, S2, S1 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~51 min

BusN5, N12, N4 · 5m · every ~1 min

Tram18, 14, 12, 11 · 6m · £3 · every ~38 min

SubwayU5, U4 · 4m · £3 · every ~39 min

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.

More about Frankfurt (Main) Hbf

Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · £2

Trn · 12m · £3

S8, S9 · 19m · £3 · every ~5 min

BusS8e · 28m · £5

X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min

61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.