Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£45

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£60

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

4 h 14 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

4 h 14 m

Trains on 17 Sept

21

Distance

342 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.

Fast trains

To travel from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least one change.

  • Deutsche BahnIR 2320 · ICE 278
    12:544h15
    Lucerne station
    17:09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • Deutsche BahnIR 2320 · ICE 278 · ICE 516
    12:544h14
    Lucerne station
    17:08Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    £451One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnEC 178 · ICE 104 · ICE 594
    13:544h15
    Lucerne station
    18:09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £501One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnRE 4726 · IC 624 · ICE 70 · ICE 912
    15:054h33
    Lucerne station
    19:38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    £501One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnRE 4722 · IC 620 · ECE 4
    13:054h35
    Lucerne station
    17:40Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
    £501One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £155.

Distance: 342 km

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Train
Coach
Flight
Driving

£55

Average Price

£30

Average Price

Cheapest

£155

Average Price

£110

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 22m

Average total duration

6h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 24m

Average total duration

8h 24m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.0 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main is a coach with an average price of £30.

This is compared to other travel options from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main:

A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main costing on average £55.

A coach is £125 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main costing on average £155.

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main is by train with an average journey time of 4h 5m.

Other travel options to Frankfurt am Main take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 52m.

Flight takes on average 8h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 6m faster (4h 5m by train vs 4h 11m by car) and roughly £55 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£55 vs £110). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main train times

The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 692 · IC 60402 · ICE 69821:54 Lucerne station
4h58
2:52 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 692 · IC 60402
On time
21:54 Lucerne station
5h29
3:23 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 692 · IC 60402
On time
21:54 Lucerne station
4h48
2:42 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 696 · ICE 76 · ICE 1014
On time
23:54 Lucerne station
7h44
7:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 696 · ICE 20423:54 Lucerne station
8h14
8:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 696 · ICE 7623:54 Lucerne station
7h46
7:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1 change
Thursday 17 September
Deutsche BahnIR 2312 · ICE 372
On time
8:54 Lucerne station
4h15
13:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIR 2312 · ICE 372 · ICE 610
On time
8:54 Lucerne station
4h14
13:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 4714 · IC 612 · ICE 6 · ICE 918
On time
9:05 Lucerne station
4h33
13:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 4714 · IC 612 · ICE 6
On time
9:05 Lucerne station
4h35
13:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIC 668 · ICE 108
On time
9:54 Lucerne station
4h14
14:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnIC 668 · ICE 108 · ICE 598
On time
9:54 Lucerne station
4h15
14:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 2316 · ICE 370
On time
10:54 Lucerne station
4h15
15:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIR 2316 · ICE 370 · ICE 518
On time
10:54 Lucerne station
4h14
15:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 4718 · IC 616 · ICE 72 · ICE 916
On time
11:05 Lucerne station
4h33
15:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 4718 · IC 616 · ICE 72
On time
11:05 Lucerne station
4h35
15:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 2320 · ICE 278
On time
12:54 Lucerne station
4h15
17:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnIR 2320 · ICE 278 · ICE 516
On time
12:54 Lucerne station
4h14
17:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 4722 · IC 620 · ECE 4 · ICE 224
On time
13:05 Lucerne station
4h33
17:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 4722 · IC 620 · ECE 4
On time
13:05 Lucerne station
4h35
17:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnEC 178 · ICE 104 · ICE 594
On time
13:54 Lucerne station
4h15
18:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnEC 178 · EC 150
On time
13:54 Lucerne station
4h50
18:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
1 change
Deutsche BahnEC 178 · ICE 104
On time
13:54 Lucerne station
4h14
18:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
1 change
Deutsche BahnRE 4724 · IC 622 · EC 150 · ICE 574
On time
14:05 Lucerne station
4h35
18:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
3 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 4724 · IC 622 · EC 150
On time
14:05 Lucerne station
4h39
18:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
2 changes
Deutsche BahnIR 2324 · ICE 276 · ICE 514
On time
14:54 Lucerne station
4h14
19:08 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2 changes
Deutsche BahnRE 4726 · IC 624 · ICE 70 · ICE 912
On time
15:05 Lucerne station
4h33
19:38 Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3 changes

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Deutsche Bahn as well as Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) or Südostbahn offer trains services from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main

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Trains from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 342 km distance in 4h 11m.

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 £21
Distance
342 km
Average train duration
4h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
4h 11m
First train
0:05
Last train
23:54
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
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 £21

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
4h 14m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£35
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • WC
2nd Class
  • Power plugs
  • WC

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Duration
5h 9m
Cheapest Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Price
£106
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
2 a day

Südostbahn

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Südostbahn Duration
3h 58m
Südostbahn frequency
6 a day

Complete guide to Frankfurt am Main

Things to do in Frankfurt am Main

Discover the best of Frankfurt am Main — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frankfurt am Main trip today.

  • Must visit

Städel Museum

Major art museum on the Museumsufer with European masterpieces from the Middle Ages to modern art in a substantial permanent collection.

  • Must visit

Senckenberg Naturmuseum

Extensive natural history museum with dinosaur skeletons, fossils and scientific exhibits, especially popular for families and rainy days.

  • Recommended

Museum für Moderne Kunst

Museum of modern and contemporary art known for its striking triangular building and rotating exhibitions near the old town.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but public transport is efficient and many everyday meals remain reasonably priced.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
€18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is not usually included. Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.


Deutsche Bahn Trains from Luzern to Frankfurt am Main

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Deutsche Bahn is Germany's leading train company, running 40,000 train journeys every day. Deutsche Bahn has a wide range of tickets, offers and discount cards such as the BahnCard. Check if you can use it on the Deutsche Bahn trains from Luzern to Frankfurt am Main. For more information on ticket cancellation, please visit our customer service centre.

Deutsche Bahn has different types of trains such as ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regional Rail) based on travel time and comfort. Toilets are available on all trains and some of them have an onboard restaurant or access to Wi-Fi.

At Omio, you can easily check the train schedule from Luzern to Frankfurt am Main and book cheap Deutsche Bahn tickets.


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FAQs: Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £55.
The train journey from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main covers a distance of 342 km and takes approximately 4h 11m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main is 342 km.
The first train from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main departs at 23:54.
Trains from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main run approximately 13 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main.
To get from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main.
The train station in Lucerne that goes to Frankfurt am Main is Lucerne station, and it arrives at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Booking trains from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main is scenic, as it passes through picturesque Swiss landscapes, including views of the Swiss Alps and serene lakes, before transitioning into the charming countryside and forests of southern Germany.
A day trip from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 11m. Trains run 14 times per day, covering a distance of 342 km.
In Frankfurt am Main, you can ascend the Main Tower for panoramic city views, explore the vibrant Kleinmarkthalle for diverse culinary delights, and visit the Senckenberg Natural History Museum, renowned for its dinosaur fossils. Stroll along the River Main for scenic vistas, and enjoy the bustling atmosphere of the Zeil, the city's premier shopping street. Key sights include the historic Römer city hall, the Städel Museum with its extensive art collection, the Palmengarten botanical garden, the Goethe House museum, and the impressive Frankfurt Cathedral.
To explore the key attractions and get a sense of the city, you typically need about 2 to 3 days in Frankfurt am Main.
Yes, you can take the train from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main

Most Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main trains use the Luzern Bhf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main

Which Lucerne station do trains to Frankfurt am Main leave from?

Trains from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main 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.

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