Lucerne to Milan train with Trenitalia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Milan

Showing times and prices for 18 Jul

Cheapest price

£84

Average price

£90

Fastest journey

2 h 32 m

Average duration

2 h 32 m

Trains per day

23

Distance

189 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Lucerne to Milan will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.

Fast trains

Of the 23 trains that leave Lucerne for Milan every day 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 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.

TrenitaliaEuroCity 21
18:182h32
Arth-Goldau
20:50Milan Centrale
£841One-way
0 changes
TrenitaliaEuroCity 15
12:182h32
Arth-Goldau
14:50Milan Centrale
£841One-way
0 changes
TrenitaliaEuroCity 11
08:182h32
Arth-Goldau
10:50Milan Centrale
£841One-way
0 changes
TrenitaliaEuroCity 173
16:493h01
Arth-Goldau
19:50Milan Centrale
£841One-way
0 changes
TrenitaliaEuroCity 13
10:182h32
Arth-Goldau
12:50Milan Centrale
£841One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Lucerne to Milan

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £20.

Distance: 189 km

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Flight

£67

Average Price

£23

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Cheapest

£165

Average Price

4h 7m

Average total duration

3h 37m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 9m

Average total duration

3h 39m

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30m

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4h 1m

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1h 1m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Live departures

Lucerne to Milan train times

Showing trains for today, Thursday 17 July
Last updated at 06:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
trenitaliaEuroCity 1308:00 Zug station
2h50
10:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 1308:18 Arth-Goldau
2h32
10:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 3709:00 Zug station
2h50
11:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 3709:18 Arth-Goldau
2h32
11:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 1510:00 Zug station
2h50
12:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 15
On time
10:18 Arth-Goldau
2h32
12:50 Milan Centrale
0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 15111:00 Zug station
2h50
13:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 15111:18 Arth-Goldau
2h32
13:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 1712:00 Zug station
2h50
14:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 17
On time
12:18 Arth-Goldau
2h32
14:50 Milan Centrale
0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 1914:00 Zug station
2h50
16:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 1914:18 Arth-Goldau
2h32
16:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 17314:49 Arth-Goldau
3h01
17:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 2116:00 Zug station
2h50
18:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 21
On time
16:18 Arth-Goldau
2h32
18:50 Milan Centrale
0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 2318:00 Zug station
2h50
20:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 2318:18 Arth-Goldau
2h32
20:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
Friday 18 July
trenitaliaEuroCity 15505:00 Zug station
2h55
07:55 Milano Lambrate0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 15505:18 Arth-Goldau
2h37
07:55 Milano Lambrate0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 1106:00 Zug station
2h50
08:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 1106:18 Arth-Goldau
2h32
08:50 Milan Centrale0 changesdirect

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

The best time to book your train from Lucerne to Milan is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lucerne to Milan route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lucerne to Milan 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 Milan.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lucerne to Milan

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Trains from Lucerne to Milan run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance
189 km
Average train duration
3h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Trains per day
20
Direct trains
20
Fastest train
2h 32m
First train
00:10
Last train
20:18
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10

Train providers: Trenitalia and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains Lucerne to Milan

Find the best trains between Lucerne and Milan with Omio's travel partners Trenitalia and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from £27. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railway company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and sleeper trains. Toilets and WiFi access are standard on long-distance train routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!

For the 117 miles (188 km) long route to Milan from Lucerne, you can book Trenitalia train tickets starting as low as £27 one-way on Omio quickly and easily. Check out the current Trenitalia timetable and book a cheap train between Lucerne and Milan in just a few steps. On Omio you can find all the information you need for the Lucerne to Milan trip, such as departure and arrival times, stops, train stations, journey times and savings on your train trip.

Lucerne to Milan train information with Trenitalia:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 32 min
  • Cheapest Price: £27

FAQs: Lucerne to Milan train

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Important Stations and Airports in Lucerne and Milan

Lucerne
Milan
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 Milan.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
14
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant La Cucina
  • Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
WC
WC
  • CHF 1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Monopol Luzern
  • Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
  • Hotel Central Luzern
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 420 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
  • Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
  • Hall 3: Boat connections
Public transport options for Luzern Bhf
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
  • Train: SBB services to various destinations
The major train station for arrivals in Milan is Milano Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milano Centrale for your journey to Milan from Lucerne.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Venchi
  • Panzera Coffee
  • Burger King
  • Bar Motta
  • Caffè Napoli
  • VyTA Boulangerie
  • Spontini
  • Starbucks
  • Dispensa Emilia
  • McDonald's
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Glam Hotel Milano
  • NYX MIlan
  • iQ Hotel Milano
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Public transport options for Milano Centrale
  • Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
  • Tram lines: 1
  • Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
  • Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo

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