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Natur- und Tierpark Goldau
Visitor museum at Natur- und Tierpark Goldau with exhibits on regional wildlife, geology and conservation in Central Switzerland.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
32 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
32 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Arth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Arth will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Lucerne to Arth, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Arth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 17 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 53m versus 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SBB, Voralpen Express.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Arth trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 3 21329 | 21329 · CC 81 | 121 | 8:06 Lucerne station | 1h28 | 9:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
S 3 21329 | 21329 · CC 81 | 121 | 8:06 Lucerne station | 1h23 | 9:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
S 3 21329 | 21329 | 8:06 Lucerne station | 0h32 | 8:38 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 663 | 663 · CC 81 | 121 | 8:18 Lucerne station | 1h16 | 9:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
IC 21 663 | 663 | 8:18 Lucerne station | 0h27 | 8:45 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 663 | 663 · CC 81 | 121 | 8:18 Lucerne station | 1h11 | 9:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
IR VAE 2017 | 2017 | 8:39 Lucerne station | 0h32 | 9:11 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 21333 | 21333 · CC 81 | 127 | 9:06 Lucerne station | 1h28 | 10:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
S 3 21333 | 21333 · CC 81 | 127 | 9:06 Lucerne station | 1h23 | 10:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
S 3 21333 | 21333 | 9:06 Lucerne station | 0h32 | 9:38 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · CC 81 | 127 | 9:18 Lucerne station | 1h16 | 10:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
IR 26 2315 | 2315 | 9:18 Lucerne station | 0h27 | 9:45 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 26 2315 | 2315 · CC 81 | 127 | 9:18 Lucerne station | 1h11 | 10:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
IR VAE 2019 | 2019 | 9:39 Lucerne station | 0h32 | 10:11 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 21337 | 21337 · CC 81 | 133 | 10:06 Lucerne station | 1h23 | 11:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
S 3 21337 | 21337 · CC 81 | 133 | 10:06 Lucerne station | 1h28 | 11:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
S 3 21337 | 21337 | 10:06 Lucerne station | 0h32 | 10:38 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 667 | 667 · CC 81 | 133 | 10:18 Lucerne station | 1h11 | 11:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
IC 21 667 | 667 · CC 81 | 133 | 10:18 Lucerne station | 1h16 | 11:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
IC 21 667 | 667 | 10:18 Lucerne station | 0h27 | 10:45 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
IR VAE 2021 | 2021 | 10:39 Lucerne station | 0h32 | 11:11 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 21341 | 21341 · CC 81 | 139 | 11:06 Lucerne station | 1h23 | 12:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
S 3 21341 | 21341 · CC 81 | 139 | 11:06 Lucerne station | 1h28 | 12:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
S 3 21341 | 21341 | 11:06 Lucerne station | 0h32 | 11:38 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 26 2319 | 2319 · CC 81 | 139 | 11:18 Lucerne station | 1h11 | 12:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
IR 26 2319 | 2319 · CC 81 | 139 | 11:18 Lucerne station | 1h16 | 12:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
IR 26 2319 | 2319 | 11:18 Lucerne station | 0h27 | 11:45 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
IR VAE 2023 | 2023 | 11:39 Lucerne station | 0h32 | 12:11 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 21345 | 21345 · CC 81 | 145 | 12:06 Lucerne station | 1h28 | 13:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
S 3 21345 | 21345 · CC 81 | 145 | 12:06 Lucerne station | 1h23 | 13:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
S 3 21345 | 21345 | 12:06 Lucerne station | 0h32 | 12:38 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 671 | 671 · CC 81 | 145 | 12:18 Lucerne station | 1h16 | 13:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
IC 21 671 | 671 · CC 81 | 145 | 12:18 Lucerne station | 1h11 | 13:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
IC 21 671 | 671 | 12:18 Lucerne station | 0h27 | 12:45 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
IR VAE 2025 | 2025 | 12:39 Lucerne station | 0h32 | 13:11 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
S 3 21349 | 21349 · CC 81 | 151 | 13:06 Lucerne station | 1h28 | 14:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
S 3 21349 | 21349 · CC 81 | 151 | 13:06 Lucerne station | 1h23 | 14:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
IR 26 2323 | 2323 · CC 81 | 151 | 13:18 Lucerne station | 1h11 | 14:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
IR 26 2323 | 2323 · CC 81 | 151 | 13:18 Lucerne station | 1h16 | 14:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
S 3 21353 | 21353 · CC 81 | 157 | 14:06 Lucerne station | 1h23 | 15:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
S 3 21353 | 21353 · CC 81 | 157 | 14:06 Lucerne station | 1h28 | 15:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
IC 21 675 | 675 · CC 81 | 157 | 14:18 Lucerne station | 1h16 | 15:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
IC 21 675 | 675 · CC 81 | 157 | 14:18 Lucerne station | 1h11 | 15:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
S 3 21357 | 21357 · CC 81 | 163 | 15:06 Lucerne station | 1h23 | 16:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
S 3 21357 | 21357 · CC 81 | 163 | 15:06 Lucerne station | 1h28 | 16:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
IR 26 2327 | 2327 · CC 81 | 163 | 15:18 Lucerne station | 1h16 | 16:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
IR 26 2327 | 2327 · CC 81 | 163 | 15:18 Lucerne station | 1h11 | 16:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
S 3 21361 | 21361 · CC 81 | 269 | 16:06 Lucerne station | 1h23 | 17:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
S 3 21361 | 21361 · CC 81 | 269 | 16:06 Lucerne station | 1h28 | 17:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
EC 173 | 173 · CC 81 | 269 | 16:18 Lucerne station | 1h11 | 17:29 Rigi Staffel | 1 change | |
EC 173 | 173 · CC 81 | 269 | 16:18 Lucerne station | 1h16 | 17:34 Rigi Kulm Railway | 1 change | |
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Trains from Lucerne to Arth run on average 22 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 27m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Arth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Arth trip today.
Visitor museum at Natur- und Tierpark Goldau with exhibits on regional wildlife, geology and conservation in Central Switzerland.
Local museum presenting the 1806 Goldau landslide with models and documents, essential for understanding the area's history.
Art-focused museum in Zug with changing exhibitions, reachable from Arth and a strong option for visitors seeking contemporary culture.
Village quarter in Goldau shaped by the 1806 landslide, with interpretive stops and strong links to the area's story.
Well-known mountain viewpoint reached from Goldau, offering panoramic walking routes and wide views over lakes and peaks.
Nature and walking area around Goldau with animal enclosures, woodland paths and family-friendly routes on the mountain slope.
Crisp potato rösti, often served as a side or main dish. It is a Swiss staple strongly associated with central Switzerland and everyday local cooking.
Baked macaroni with potatoes, cream, cheese and onions, often served with apple sauce. A hearty alpine classic eaten across German-speaking Switzerland.
Melted cheese blended with white wine and garlic, eaten communally with bread. It is one of Switzerland’s best-known traditional mountain dishes.
Mountain venue on Rigi reached from Arth-Goldau, popular for regional Swiss food and sweeping views in a traditional alpine setting.
Historic restaurant near the lake known for Swiss and fish dishes, with a classic atmosphere suited to a leisurely meal.
Traditional lakeside hotel restaurant in Arth-Goldau serving Swiss classics and seasonal dishes in a relaxed local setting.
Switzerland is costly by European standards. In Arth, hotels, dining and rail travel are usually pricier than in nearby Germany, France or Austria.
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafés or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are usually rounded up to the next franc.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Arth 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 Arth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lucerne to Arth trains use the Luzern Bhf to Arth-Goldau station pair, with some services arriving at Rigi Kulm. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Arth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luzern Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
Luzern Verkehrshaus is 2 km from Lucerne city centre. Public transport options include:
Luzern Verkehrshaus has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
ATMs are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
Available at Luzern Verkehrshaus: Parking, WC.
Available at Luzern Verkehrshaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
Luzern Allmend/Messe is 1 km from Lucerne city centre. Public transport options include:
Luzern Allmend/Messe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
ATMs are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
Available at Luzern Allmend/Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luzern Allmend/Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
Arth-Goldau is 2 km from Arth city centre. Public transport options include:
Arth-Goldau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Rigi Kulm, Restaurant Gotthard
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Arth-Goldau. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Arth-Goldau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Arth-Goldau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arth-Goldau: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arth-Goldau: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rigi, Hotel Restaurant Roessli, Hotel Alpenhof.
Rigi Kulm is 3 km from Arth city centre. Public transport options include:
Rigi Kulm has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food options include: Rigi Kulm Hotel Restaurant
Available at Rigi Kulm: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rigi Kulm: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Rigi Kulm Hotel.
Rigi Staffel is 3 km from Arth city centre. Public transport options include:
Rigi Staffel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafe available serving snacks.
Wi-Fi is available at Rigi Staffel. ATMs are available at Rigi Staffel.
Ticket office support is available at Rigi Staffel.
Available at Rigi Staffel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rigi Staffel: Limited accessibility for disabled individuals.
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