The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Florence
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£125
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
21
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 £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
To travel from Lucerne to Florence you need to make at least one change.
EuroCity 13+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463+
Intercity 5848:187h57Arth-Goldau16:15Florence Rifredi£1011One-way2 changes
EuroCity 21+
Intercity 59914:187h04Arth-Goldau21:22Florence Santa Maria Novella£1071One-way1 change
EuroCity 13+
Intercity 584+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 24638:008h15Zug station16:15Florence Rifredi£1071One-way2 changes
EuroCity 153+
Intercity 59411:187h07Arth-Goldau18:25Florence Rifredi£1101One-way1 change
EuroCity 21+
Intercity 59914:007h22Zug station21:22Florence Santa Maria Novella£1121One-way1 change
EuroCity 11+
FRECCIAROSSA 95277:184h46Arth-Goldau12:04Florence Santa Maria Novella£1291One-way1 change
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 955113:184h46Arth-Goldau18:04Florence Santa Maria Novella£1291One-way1 change
EuroCity 23+
FRECCIAROSSA 956316:184h46Arth-Goldau21:04Florence Santa Maria Novella£1291One-way1 change
EuroCity 13+
FRECCIAROSSA 95878:184h46Arth-Goldau13:04Florence Santa Maria Novella£1341One-way1 change
EuroCity 19+
FRECCIAROSSA 954712:184h46Arth-Goldau17:04Florence Santa Maria Novella£1291One-way1 change
Travel 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 £82.
Distance: 431 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£98 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £204 Average Price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m 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 tomorrow, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 7:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 12:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 7:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 12:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 8:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 13:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463+ Intercity 584 | 8:00 Zug station | 8h15 | 16:15 Florence Rifredi | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 8:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 13:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463+ Intercity 584 | 8:18 Arth-Goldau | 7h57 | 16:15 Florence Rifredi | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594 | 11:00 Zug station | 7h25 | 18:25 Florence Rifredi | 1 change | |
EuroCity 153+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 11:00 Zug station | 5h50 | 16:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594 | 11:18 Arth-Goldau | 7h07 | 18:25 Florence Rifredi | 1 change | |
EuroCity 153+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 11:18 Arth-Goldau | 5h32 | 16:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 12:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 17:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 12:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 17:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 13:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 18:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 13:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 18:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ Intercity 599 | 14:00 Zug station | 7h22 | 21:22 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 14:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 19:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ Intercity 599 | 14:18 Arth-Goldau | 7h04 | 21:22 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 14:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 19:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 23+ FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 16:00 Zug station | 5h04 | 21:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 23+ FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 16:18 Arth-Goldau | 4h46 | 21:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 173+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 16:49 Arth-Goldau | 5h15 | 22:04 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 26 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 431 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 431 km |
Average train duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 20:20 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity Notte, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lucerne to Florence trainsTrenitalia, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity Notte, Swiss Federal 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.
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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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 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
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