The cheapest and fastest trains from Innsbruck to Lucerne
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£71
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck to Lucerne will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
To travel from Innsbruck to Lucerne you need to make at least one change.
IC 19936+
EC 196+
IR 2576+
REX 18:165h09Innsbruck Hbf13:25Lucerne station£551One-way3 changes
RJX19938+
EC 194+
IR 2122+
REX 110:165h09Innsbruck Hbf15:25Lucerne station£681One-way3 changes
RJ 13478+
IR 21209:165h09Innsbruck Hbf14:25Lucerne station£911One-way1 change
RJ 13478+
IR 21209:165h09Innsbruck Hbf14:25Lucerne station£911One-way1 change
RJX19938+
EC 194+
IR 2122+
REX 110:165h09Innsbruck Hbf15:25Lucerne station£681One-way3 changes
IC 19936+
EC 196+
IR 2576+
REX 18:165h09Innsbruck Hbf13:25Lucerne station£551One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Innsbruck to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £153.
Distance: 235 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£66 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £481 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 5m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Innsbruck to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 19936+ EC 196+ IR 2576+ REX 1 | 8:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h09 | 13:25 Lucerne station | 3 changes | |
RJ 13478+ IR 2120 | 9:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h09 | 14:25 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
RJX19938+ EC 194+ IR 2122+ REX 1 | 10:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h09 | 15:25 Lucerne station | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Innsbruck to Lucerne
Trains from Innsbruck to Lucerne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:51, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 235 km distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 235 km |
Average train duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 0:51 |
Last train 21:47 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn from Innsbruck to Lucerne trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Innsbruck and Lucerne from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | InterCity
Trenitalia
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
FAQs: Innsbruck to Lucerne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck and Lucerne
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Südtiroler Platz
- Restaurant Europa Stüberl
- Die Pizzerei
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Sailer
- Grand Hotel Europa
- ibis Innsbruck
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- 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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