The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Lucerne
Cheapest price
£113
Average price
£122
Fastest journey
6 h 13 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Lucerne will cost around £122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £113.
To travel from Lyon to Lucerne you need to make at least 2 changes.
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IR 2569 | 2569
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IR 75 2582 | 2582
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IR 70 2633 | 2633
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IR 70 2633 | 2633
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IR 75 2582 | 2582
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IR 2569 | 2569Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £86.
Distance: 302 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£115 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £195 Average Price |
5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lyon to Lucerne train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2242+ 9213+ IR 2569 | 2569 | On time 10:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 7h01 | 17:39 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
2242+ 9213+ IR 75 2582 | 2582 | On time 10:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h47 | 17:25 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
2242+ 9213+ IR 70 2633 | 2633 | On time 10:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 6h13 | 16:51 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Lucerne
Distance 302 km |
Average train duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 18:34 |
Train companies: SBB, SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Lyon to Lucerne trainsSBB, SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Lyon and Lucerne from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lyon to Lucerne train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Lucerne
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Avenue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Jean Moulin
- Brasserie de l'Est
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Lyon Centre
- Hotel des Facultés
- Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line B
- Tramway: Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
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