Lucerne to Zurich train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Zurich

Showing times and prices for 06 Jul

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

42 m

Average duration

42 m

Trains per day

149

Distance

40 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Lucerne to Zurich will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.

Fast trains

Of the 149 trains that leave Lucerne for Zurich every day 54 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .

The slowest trains will take 42 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.

  • SBBIR 75 2589 | 2589
    21:350h50
    Lucerne station
    22:25Zurich HB
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIR 75 2591 | 2591
    22:350h50
    Lucerne station
    23:25Zurich HB
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIR 70 2644 | 2644
    23:090h42
    Lucerne station
    23:51Zurich HB
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIR 75 2593 | 2593
    23:350h50
    Lucerne station
    0:25Zurich HB
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIR 75 2589 | 2589 · IC 1 735 | 735
    21:351h07
    Lucerne station
    22:42Zürich Oerlikon
    £151One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Lucerne to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 40 km

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Train
Coach

£24

Average Price

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 20m

Average total duration

50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

SBB

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

Live departures

Lucerne to Zurich train times

The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Zurich trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBIR 75 2125 | 2125 · IC 1 721 | 72114:35 Lucerne station
1h07
15:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2125 | 212514:35 Lucerne station
0h50
15:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2125 | 2125 · S 5 18558 | 1855814:35 Lucerne station
1h09
15:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2628 | 262815:09 Lucerne station
1h05
16:14 Zürich Oerlikon0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2628 | 262815:09 Lucerne station
0h42
15:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2628 | 2628 · S 6 18660 | 1866015:09 Lucerne station
0h59
16:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2628 | 2628 · S 11 19160 | 1916015:09 Lucerne station
0h56
16:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2127 | 212715:35 Lucerne station
0h50
16:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2127 | 2127 · S 5 18562 | 1856215:35 Lucerne station
1h09
16:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2127 | 2127 · IR 55 723 | 72315:35 Lucerne station
1h07
16:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2630 | 263016:09 Lucerne station
0h42
16:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2630 | 2630 · S 11 19164 | 1916416:09 Lucerne station
0h56
17:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2630 | 263016:09 Lucerne station
1h05
17:14 Zürich Oerlikon0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2630 | 2630 · S 6 18664 | 1866416:09 Lucerne station
0h59
17:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2581 | 2581 · S 5 18566 | 1856616:35 Lucerne station
1h09
17:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2581 | 258116:35 Lucerne station
0h50
17:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2581 | 2581 · IC 1 725 | 72516:35 Lucerne station
1h07
17:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2632 | 2632 · S 6 18668 | 1866817:09 Lucerne station
0h59
18:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2632 | 263217:09 Lucerne station
0h42
17:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2632 | 2632 · S 11 19168 | 1916817:09 Lucerne station
0h56
18:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2131 | 213117:35 Lucerne station
0h50
18:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2131 | 2131 · S 5 18570 | 1857017:35 Lucerne station
1h09
18:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2131 | 2131 · IC 1 727 | 72717:35 Lucerne station
1h07
18:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2634 | 2634 · S 11 19172 | 1917218:09 Lucerne station
0h56
19:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2634 | 263418:09 Lucerne station
0h42
18:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2634 | 2634 · S 6 18672 | 1867218:09 Lucerne station
0h59
19:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2634 | 2634 · IR 13 3281 | 328118:09 Lucerne station
1h05
19:14 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2133 | 213318:35 Lucerne station
0h50
19:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2133 | 2133 · S 5 18574 | 1857418:35 Lucerne station
1h09
19:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2133 | 2133 · IC 1 729 | 72918:35 Lucerne station
1h07
19:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2636 | 2636 · S 11 19176 | 1917619:09 Lucerne station
0h56
20:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2636 | 263619:09 Lucerne station
0h42
19:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2636 | 2636 · S 6 18676 | 1867619:09 Lucerne station
0h59
20:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2636 | 263619:09 Lucerne station
1h05
20:14 Zürich Oerlikon0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2135 | 213519:35 Lucerne station
0h50
20:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2135 | 2135 · S 5 18578 | 1857819:35 Lucerne station
1h09
20:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2135 | 2135 · IC 1 731 | 73119:35 Lucerne station
1h07
20:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2638 | 263820:09 Lucerne station
0h42
20:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2638 | 2638 · S 11 19180 | 1918020:09 Lucerne station
0h56
21:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2638 | 2638 · S 6 18680 | 1868020:09 Lucerne station
0h59
21:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2638 | 263820:09 Lucerne station
1h05
21:14 Zürich Oerlikon0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2587 | 2587 · S 5 18582 | 1858220:35 Lucerne station
1h09
21:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2587 | 258720:35 Lucerne station
0h50
21:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2587 | 2587 · IC 1 733 | 73320:35 Lucerne station
1h07
21:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2640 | 264021:09 Lucerne station
0h42
21:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2640 | 2640 · S 11 19184 | 1918421:09 Lucerne station
0h56
22:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2640 | 2640 · S 6 18684 | 1868421:09 Lucerne station
0h59
22:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2589 | 2589 · S 5 18586 | 1858621:35 Lucerne station
1h09
22:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2589 | 258921:35 Lucerne station
0h50
22:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2589 | 2589 · IC 1 735 | 73521:35 Lucerne station
1h07
22:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2642 | 2642 · S 11 19188 | 1918822:09 Lucerne station
0h56
23:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2642 | 264222:09 Lucerne station
0h42
22:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2591 | 259122:35 Lucerne station
0h50
23:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2591 | 2591 · S 5 18590 | 1859022:35 Lucerne station
1h09
23:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2644 | 2644 · S 11 19192 | 1919223:09 Lucerne station
0h56
0:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2644 | 264423:09 Lucerne station
0h42
23:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2593 | 2593 · S 5 18594 | 1859423:35 Lucerne station
1h09
0:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2593 | 259323:35 Lucerne station
0h50
0:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIC 21 696 | 696 · IC 5 543 | 543 · S 12 19214 | 1921423:54 Lucerne station
4h56
4:50 Zurich Altstetten2 changes
SBBIC 21 696 | 696 · IC 8 841 | 84123:54 Lucerne station
1h12
1:06 Zurich HB1 change
SBBRE 24 4744 | 4744 · IR 2155 | 21550:05 Lucerne station
5h18
5:23 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBS 1 21188 | 21188 · RE 2560 | 2560 · S 14 19416 | 194160:51 Lucerne station
4h33
5:24 Zurich Altstetten2 changes
SBBS 1 21188 | 21188 · S 5 18519 | 185190:51 Lucerne station
4h54
5:45 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBS 1 21188 | 21188 · RE 2560 | 25600:51 Lucerne station
4h18
5:09 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBS 1 21188 | 21188 · RE 2560 | 25600:51 Lucerne station
4h04
4:55 Zurich HB1 change
SBBS 1 21188 | 21188 · RE 2560 | 2560 · B 31 | 2110:51 Lucerne station
4h25
5:16 Zurich2 changes
SBBS 1 21107 | 21107 · IR 35 2353 | 23534:21 Lucerne station
1h39
6:00 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 2562 | 2562 · RE 48 4908 | 49084:52 Lucerne station
1h18
6:10 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 2562 | 25624:52 Lucerne station
1h04
5:56 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 2562 | 25624:52 Lucerne station
1h22
6:14 Zürich Oerlikon0 changesdirect
SBBIR 2562 | 2562 · S 5 18520 | 185204:52 Lucerne station
1h22
6:14 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 26 2304 | 2304 · RE 12 4757 | 4757 · RE 37 4807 | 4807 · S 6 18622 | 186224:54 Lucerne station
1h44
6:38 Zürich Oerlikon3 changes
SBBIR 26 2304 | 2304 · RE 12 4757 | 4757 · RE 37 4807 | 48074:54 Lucerne station
1h28
6:22 Zurich HB2 changes
SBBIR 26 2304 | 2304 · RE 12 4757 | 4757 · S 12 19223 | 192234:54 Lucerne station
1h44
6:38 Zurich Altstetten2 changes
SBBIR 26 2304 | 2304 · RE 12 4757 | 4757 · RE 37 4807 | 4807 · S 11 19122 | 191224:54 Lucerne station
1h41
6:35 Zurich Altstetten3 changes
SBBIR 75 2107 | 2107 · IC 1 703 | 7035:35 Lucerne station
1h07
6:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2107 | 21075:35 Lucerne station
0h50
6:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2107 | 2107 · S 5 18522 | 185225:35 Lucerne station
1h09
6:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2610 | 26106:09 Lucerne station
0h42
6:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2610 | 2610 · S 6 18624 | 186246:09 Lucerne station
0h59
7:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2610 | 2610 · S 11 19124 | 191246:09 Lucerne station
0h56
7:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 2566 | 2566 · S 8 18824 | 188246:20 Lucerne station
1h09
7:29 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 2566 | 25666:20 Lucerne station
1h00
7:20 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 2566 | 2566 · S 11 19126 | 191266:20 Lucerne station
1h15
7:35 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2565 | 2565 · IC 1 705 | 7056:35 Lucerne station
1h07
7:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2565 | 25656:35 Lucerne station
0h50
7:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2565 | 2565 · S 5 18526 | 185266:35 Lucerne station
1h09
7:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2612 | 26127:09 Lucerne station
1h05
8:14 Zürich Oerlikon0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2612 | 2612 · S 6 18628 | 186287:09 Lucerne station
0h59
8:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2612 | 26127:09 Lucerne station
0h42
7:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2612 | 2612 · S 11 19128 | 191287:09 Lucerne station
0h56
8:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 2568 | 25687:20 Lucerne station
1h00
8:20 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 2568 | 2568 · S 8 18828 | 188287:20 Lucerne station
1h09
8:29 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 2568 | 2568 · S 11 19130 | 191307:20 Lucerne station
1h15
8:35 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 27 2460 | 2460 · IR 35 2361 | 23617:30 Lucerne station
1h30
9:00 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2111 | 21117:35 Lucerne station
0h50
8:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2111 | 2111 · IC 1 707 | 7077:35 Lucerne station
1h07
8:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2111 | 2111 · S 5 18530 | 185307:35 Lucerne station
1h09
8:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2614 | 2614 · S 11 19132 | 191328:09 Lucerne station
0h56
9:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2614 | 2614 · S 6 18632 | 186328:09 Lucerne station
0h59
9:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2614 | 26148:09 Lucerne station
0h42
8:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2571 | 25718:35 Lucerne station
0h50
9:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2571 | 2571 · IC 1 709 | 7098:35 Lucerne station
1h07
9:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2571 | 2571 · S 5 18534 | 185348:35 Lucerne station
1h09
9:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2616 | 2616 · S 6 18636 | 186369:09 Lucerne station
0h59
10:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2616 | 26169:09 Lucerne station
1h05
10:14 Zürich Oerlikon0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2616 | 26169:09 Lucerne station
0h42
9:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2616 | 2616 · S 11 19136 | 191369:09 Lucerne station
0h56
10:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2115 | 21159:35 Lucerne station
0h50
10:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2115 | 2115 · IC 1 711 | 7119:35 Lucerne station
1h07
10:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2115 | 2115 · S 5 18538 | 185389:35 Lucerne station
1h09
10:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2618 | 2618 · S 11 19140 | 1914010:09 Lucerne station
0h56
11:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2618 | 261810:09 Lucerne station
0h42
10:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2618 | 2618 · S 6 18640 | 1864010:09 Lucerne station
0h59
11:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2117 | 211710:35 Lucerne station
0h50
11:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2117 | 2117 · IC 1 713 | 71310:35 Lucerne station
1h07
11:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2117 | 2117 · S 5 18542 | 1854210:35 Lucerne station
1h09
11:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2620 | 262011:09 Lucerne station
0h42
11:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2620 | 262011:09 Lucerne station
1h05
12:14 Zürich Oerlikon0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2620 | 2620 · S 6 18644 | 1864411:09 Lucerne station
0h59
12:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2620 | 2620 · S 11 19144 | 1914411:09 Lucerne station
0h56
12:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2575 | 2575 · S 5 18546 | 1854611:35 Lucerne station
1h09
12:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2575 | 257511:35 Lucerne station
0h50
12:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2575 | 2575 · IC 1 715 | 71511:35 Lucerne station
1h07
12:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2622 | 262212:09 Lucerne station
1h05
13:14 Zürich Oerlikon0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2622 | 2622 · S 11 19148 | 1914812:09 Lucerne station
0h56
13:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2622 | 262212:09 Lucerne station
0h42
12:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2622 | 2622 · S 6 18648 | 1864812:09 Lucerne station
0h59
13:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 75 2121 | 2121 · S 5 18550 | 1855012:35 Lucerne station
1h09
13:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2121 | 212112:35 Lucerne station
0h50
13:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2121 | 2121 · IC 1 717 | 71712:35 Lucerne station
1h07
13:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2624 | 2624 · S 11 19152 | 1915213:09 Lucerne station
0h56
14:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2624 | 262413:09 Lucerne station
1h05
14:14 Zürich Oerlikon0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2624 | 2624 · S 6 18652 | 1865213:09 Lucerne station
0h59
14:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2624 | 262413:09 Lucerne station
0h42
13:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2123 | 212313:35 Lucerne station
0h50
14:25 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 75 2123 | 2123 · S 5 18554 | 1855413:35 Lucerne station
1h09
14:44 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 75 2123 | 2123 · IC 1 719 | 71913:35 Lucerne station
1h07
14:42 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2626 | 2626 · S 11 19156 | 1915614:09 Lucerne station
0h56
15:05 Zurich Altstetten1 change
SBBIR 70 2626 | 262614:09 Lucerne station
0h42
14:51 Zurich HB0 changesdirect
SBBIR 70 2626 | 2626 · S 6 18656 | 1865614:09 Lucerne station
0h59
15:08 Zürich Oerlikon1 change
SBBIR 70 2626 | 262614:09 Lucerne station
1h05
15:14 Zürich Oerlikon0 changesdirect

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

The best time to book your train from Lucerne to Zurich is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lucerne to Zurich route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lucerne to Zurich 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 Zurich.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lucerne to Zurich

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Trains from Lucerne to Zurich run on average 27 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 42m.

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 £4
Distance
40 km
Average train duration
44m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
27
Direct trains
10
Fastest train
42m
First train
0:01
Last train
23:58
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
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 £4

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lucerne to Zurich trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lucerne and Zurich from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
£10
SBB frequency
27 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
42m
Cheapest Price
£31
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Lucerne to Zurich train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Lucerne to Zurich can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from Lucerne to Zurich covers a distance of 40 km and takes approximately 42m. Trains run 27 per day.
The train distance from Lucerne to Zurich is 40 km.
The first train from Lucerne to Zurich leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Lucerne to Zurich departs at 23:58.
Trains from Lucerne to Zurich run approximately 27 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lucerne to Zurich.
Yes, there is a direct train between Lucerne and Zurich. The service operates 10 times per day, provided by SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
To get from Lucerne to Zurich, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Lucerne to Zurich.
The train station in Lucerne that goes to Zurich is Lucerne station, and it arrives at Zurich HB.
The cheapest way to get from Lucerne to Zurich is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Lucerne to Zurich in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Lucerne to Zurich is considered scenic, offering views of the Swiss countryside, including picturesque lakes, rolling hills, and charming villages along the route.
Yes, a day trip from Lucerne to Zurich is feasible. The journey takes 42m and covers 40 km. Trains run 23 times per day.
In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to the summit of Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and surrounding Alps. Indulge in shopping along Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world's most exclusive shopping streets. Explore the diverse habitats and wildlife at Zurich Zoo, or enjoy a performance at the renowned Opera House. Wander through the serene Botanical Garden with its wide variety of plant species. Visit the picturesque Lake Zurich for recreational activities, or stroll through the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings and cultural landmarks. Discover art at Kunsthaus Zurich and explore Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum. Relax in Lindenhof park, offering beautiful city views and a glimpse into Zurich's Roman history.
To fully experience Zurich, spending three to four days allows time to explore its cultural landmarks, enjoy the picturesque Lake Zurich, and visit nearby attractions like Uetliberg Mountain.
Yes, you can take the train from Lucerne to Zurich.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Lucerne and Zurich

Most Lucerne to Zurich trains use the Luzern Bhf to Zürich HB station pair, with some services arriving at Zürich Oerlikon. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Zurich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Lucerne
Arrival train stations in Zurich

Which Lucerne station do trains to Zurich leave from?

Trains from Lucerne to Zurich leave from Luzern Bhf. The station is from Lucerne city centre at Zentralstrasse 1, 6003 Luzern, Switzerland.
Luzern BhfZentralstrasse 1, 6003 Luzern, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Luzern Bhf from Lucerne city centre

TrainRe24, S1, Sn1 · 11m · £4 · every ~7 min
BusEv1 · 17m · £8
72 · 22m · £3 · every ~2 min

Luzern Bhf 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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.

Luzern, BahnhofZentralstrasse 1, 6003 Luzern, SwitzerlandAccessibility

Luzern, Bahnhof train station facilities and services

Luzern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Bahnhof.

Luzern Allmend/Messe6005 Lucerne, SwitzerlandParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Luzern Allmend/Messe from Lucerne city centre

Luzern Allmend/Messe is 1 km from Lucerne city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS41, S4, S5 · 2m · £2 · every ~10 min
Bus20 · 3m · £3 · every ~10 min
20 · 5m · £3 · every ~10 min

Luzern Allmend/Messe train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luzern Allmend/Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Luzern Allmend/Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.

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