The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Lucerne
Cheapest price
£112
Average price
£303
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
786 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lucerne will cost around £303 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £112.
Of the 3 trains that leave London for Lucerne every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 786 km distance in an average of 8 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 55 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £105.
Distance: 786 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£342 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price |
8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 6m Average total duration 19h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Lucerne trains for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9028+ 9223 | 13:31 London St Pancras International (STP) | 7h55 | 21:26 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
![]() | 08:01 London | 7h25 | 15:26 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Lucerne
Trains from London to Lucerne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 17:09. The fastest train covers the 786 km distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 786 km |
Average train duration 8h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 25m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 17:09 |
Train companies: Eurostar from London to Lucerne trainsEurostar trains will get you between London and Lucerne from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London to Lucerne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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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