Lucerne to Geneva train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Geneva

Showing times and prices for 21 Apr

Cheapest price

£67

Average price

£80

Fastest journey

3 h 1 m

Average duration

3 h 11 m

Trains per day

Distance

190 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lucerne to Geneva will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £67.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Lucerne for Geneva every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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 15 2512 | 2512

08:003h05

Lucerne station

11:05Geneva station

£671One-way

0 changes

IR 15 2514 | 2514

09:003h05

Lucerne station

12:05Geneva station

£671One-way

0 changes

RE 24 4712 | 4712 · IC 6 613 | 613 · IC 1 710 | 710

08:053h20

Lucerne station

11:25Geneva station

£731One-way

2 changes

IR 27 2462 | 2462 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814

08:303h25

Lucerne station

11:55Geneva station

£961One-way

2 changes

IR 26 2312 | 2312 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814

08:543h01

Lucerne station

11:55Geneva station

£961One-way

2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Lucerne to Geneva

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Most popular Train	Flight
£70 Average Price Cheapest	£472 Average Price
3h 44m average duration 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 51m average duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Lucerne to Geneva train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday 21 April

Last updated at 16:47

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
IR 15 2512 \| 2512	06:00 Lucerne station	3h05	09:05 Geneva station	0 changesdirect
RE 24 4712 \| 4712 · IC 6 613 \| 613 · IC 1 710 \| 710	06:05 Lucerne station	3h20	09:25 Geneva station	2 changes
IR 27 2462 \| 2462 · IC 5 514 \| 514 · IR 90 1814 \| 1814	06:30 Lucerne station	3h25	09:55 Geneva station	2 changes
IR 26 2312 \| 2312 · IC 5 514 \| 514 · IR 90 1814 \| 1814	06:54 Lucerne station	3h01	09:55 Geneva station	2 changes
IR 15 2514 \| 2514	07:00 Lucerne station	3h05	10:05 Geneva station	0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Lucerne to Geneva?

The best time to book your train from Lucerne to Geneva is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lucerne to Geneva route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lucerne to Geneva per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Lucerne to Geneva.

Trains

from £47

Flights

from £108

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lucerne to Geneva

Switzerland

Trains from Lucerne to Geneva run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

190 km

Average train duration

3h 14m

Cheapest ticket price

£28

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 53m

First train

05:00

Last train

22:54

Price information

Train providers: SBB trains Lucerne to Geneva

Buy your official SBB train tickets to Geneva from Lucerne from £41 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.

SBB is Switzerland's main train company and for your next train trip between Lucerne and Geneva, SBB offers these ticket types: Round-trip Standard Ticket or First Class.

Train information from Lucerne to Geneva with SBB:

Average Duration: 2 h 53 min
Cheapest Price: £41

FAQs: Lucerne to Geneva train

FAQs: Travel by train from Lucerne to Geneva easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lucerne to Geneva.

Cheap train tickets from Lucerne to Geneva can start from as little as £41 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lucerne to Geneva is £58; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Lucerne to Geneva train time is 2 h 53 min covering the 118 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Lucerne to Geneva leaves at 00: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Lucerne to Geneva leaves at 23: 54.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Lucerne to Geneva without having to change trains with SBB. There are 3 direct trains from Lucerne to Geneva each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the journey from Lucerne to Geneva you can take a train with SBB. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Lucerne to Geneva on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 54.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Lucerne, which is located around 0.3 miles (525 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Geneva, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Geneva from Lucerne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 53 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Lucerne to Geneva by train is May.

You have options as you can travel to Geneva from Lucerne 2 different ways: train or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Lucerne and Geneva

Lucerne

Geneva

The major train station for departures in Lucerne is Luzern Bhf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luzern Bhf for your trip from Lucerne to Geneva.

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