The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Florence
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£153
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Florence will cost around £153 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
To travel from Lucerne to Florence you need to make at least one change.
EuroCity 31+
Autobus TTPER B0443 · Tuscany Line 18491
EuroCity 31+
Autobus TTPER B0443 · Tuscany Line 18491
EuroCity 151+
Intercity 599+
BUS L599D
EuroCity 33+
Intercity 665+
Regionale 18399
EuroCity 173+
FRECCIAROSSA 9567
EuroCity 117+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555
EuroCity 119+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 9551
EuroCity 15+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547
EuroCity 35+
FRECCIAROSSA 9543Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lucerne to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £90.
Distance: 431 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£96 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £416 Average Price |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lucerne to Florence train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Florence trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 31+ Autobus TTPER B0443 · Tuscany Line 18491 | 06:00 Zug station | 8h24 | 14:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 31+ FRECCIAROSSA 9805 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9413 | On time 06:00 Zug station | 5h39 | 11:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 31+ FRECCIAROSSA 9805 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9413 | On time 06:18 Arth-Goldau | 5h21 | 11:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 31+ Autobus TTPER B0443 · Tuscany Line 18491 | 06:18 Arth-Goldau | 8h06 | 14:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | On time 07:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 12:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 11+ Intercity 637 · Intercity 597 | On time 07:00 Zug station | 9h30 | 16:30 Florence Rifredi | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 07:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 12:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 11+ Intercity 637 · Intercity 597 | 07:18 Arth-Goldau | 9h12 | 16:30 Florence Rifredi | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 33+ Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 08:00 Zug station | 9h08 | 17:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 33+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 08:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 13:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 33+ Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 08:18 Arth-Goldau | 8h50 | 17:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 33+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 08:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 13:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9539 | On time 09:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 14:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ Intercity 669+ Tuscany Line 4052 | 09:00 Zug station | 9h33 | 18:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9539 | On time 09:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 14:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ Intercity 669+ Tuscany Line 4052 | 09:18 Arth-Goldau | 9h15 | 18:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 35+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 10:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 15:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 35+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 10:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 15:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 11:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 16:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 11:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 16:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ Intercity 599+ BUS L599D | 12:00 Zug station | 8h52 | 20:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 12:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 17:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 12:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 17:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ Intercity 599+ BUS L599D | 12:18 Arth-Goldau | 8h34 | 20:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 117+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555 | 13:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 18:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 117+ Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 13:00 Zug station | 9h50 | 22:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 117+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555 | 13:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 18:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 117+ Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 13:18 Arth-Goldau | 9h32 | 22:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 119+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563 | On time 15:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 20:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 119+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563 | On time 15:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 20:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 173+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 15:49 Arth-Goldau | 5h15 | 21:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9573 | 17:00 Zug station | 5h14 | 22:14 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9573 | 17:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h56 | 22:14 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Florence
Trains from Lucerne to Florence run on average 23 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 431 km distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 431 km |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 00:16 |
Last train 20:20 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity Notte, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lucerne to Florence trainsTrenitalia, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity Notte, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lucerne and Florence from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
Intercity
Frecciarossa
Regionale
Italo
Intercity Notte
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Lucerne to Florence train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lucerne and Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- Ramps, restrooms.
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