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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Locarno to Lucerne
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Locarno to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Locarno to Lucerne will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 5 trains that leave Locarno 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 105 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.
IR 26 2316 | 23167:333h08Locarno station10:41Lucerne station£401One-way0 changes- S 20 25628 | 25628 · IC 21 668 | 6687:451h56Locarno station9:41Lucerne station£441One-way1 change
- S 20 25626 | 25626 · IC 31466 | 31466+
IR VAE 2010 | 20107:152h06Locarno station9:21Lucerne station£441One-way2 changes - S 20 25624 | 25624 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 23126:451h56Locarno station8:41Lucerne station£471One-way2 changes
- S 20 25630 | 25630 · EC 10 | 10+IR VAE 2012 | 20128:152h06Locarno station10:21Lucerne station£521One-way2 changes
- S 20 25628 | 25628 · IC 21 668 | 6687:451h56Locarno station9:41Lucerne station£441One-way1 change
- S 20 25624 | 25624 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 23126:451h56Locarno station8:41Lucerne station£471One-way2 changes
- S 20 25630 | 25630 · EC 10 | 10+IR VAE 2012 | 20128:152h06Locarno station10:21Lucerne station£521One-way2 changes
- S 20 25626 | 25626 · IC 31466 | 31466+IR VAE 2010 | 20107:152h06Locarno station9:21Lucerne station£441One-way2 changes
- IR 26 2316 | 23167:333h08Locarno station10:41Lucerne station£401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Locarno to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Locarno to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 105 km
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3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Locarno to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Locarno 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 |
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| S 20 25624 | 25624 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 2312 | 6:45 Locarno station | 1h56 | 8:41 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
| S 20 25626 | 25626 · IC 31466 | 31466+IR VAE 2010 | 2010 | 7:15 Locarno station | 2h06 | 9:21 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
| IR 26 2316 | 2316 | 7:33 Locarno station | 3h08 | 10:41 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 20 25628 | 25628 · IC 21 668 | 668 | 7:45 Locarno station | 1h56 | 9:41 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| S 20 25630 | 25630 · EC 10 | 10+IR VAE 2012 | 2012 | 8:15 Locarno station | 2h06 | 10:21 Lucerne station | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Locarno to Lucerne
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Locarno to Lucerne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 23:18 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Locarno to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Locarno and Lucerne from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Locarno to Lucerne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Locarno 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 Locarno 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 7 days a week, accessible from Via della Stazione.
- Ristorante Sensi
- Osteria Chiara
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Ibis Locarno
- Hotel Belvedere Locarno
- Hotel Garni Muralto
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
AccessibilityWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
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
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