Milan to Lucerne train with Trenitalia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Lucerne

Showing times and prices for 09 Jul

Cheapest price

£70

Average price

£71

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 Milan to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Milan to Lucerne will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.

Fast trains

Of the 23 trains that leave Milan for Lucerne 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 178
10:103h01
Milan Centrale
13:11Arth-Goldau
£701One-way
0 changes
TrenitaliaEuroCity 36
16:102h32
Milan Centrale
18:42Arth-Goldau
£701One-way
0 changes
TrenitaliaEuroCity 32
18:102h32
Milan Centrale
20:42Arth-Goldau
£701One-way
0 changes
TrenitaliaEuroCity 18
15:102h32
Milan Centrale
17:42Arth-Goldau
£701One-way
0 changes
TrenitaliaEuroCity 10
07:102h32
Milan Centrale
09:42Arth-Goldau
£701One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Milan to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. 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 £14, and a flight costs an average of £20.

Distance: 189 km

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Coach
Flight

£66

Average Price

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

£116

Average Price

3h 47m

Average total duration

3h 17m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 5m

Average total duration

3h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 47m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.6 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Milan to Lucerne train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday 8 July
Last updated at 08:58
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
trenitaliaEuroCity 3216:10 Milan Centrale
2h50
19:00 Zug station0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 3216:10 Milan Centrale
2h32
18:42 Arth-Goldau0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 2217:10 Milan Centrale
2h32
19:42 Arth-Goldau0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 2217:10 Milan Centrale
2h50
20:00 Zug station0 changesdirect
Wednesday 9 July
trenitaliaEuroCity 1005:10 Milan Centrale
2h32
07:42 Arth-Goldau0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 1005:10 Milan Centrale
2h50
08:00 Zug station0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 1206:10 Milan Centrale
2h50
09:00 Zug station0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 12
On time
06:10 Milan Centrale
2h32
08:42 Arth-Goldau
0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 14
On time
07:10 Milan Centrale
2h50
10:00 Zug station
0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 1407:10 Milan Centrale
2h32
09:42 Arth-Goldau0 changesdirect
trenitaliaEuroCity 17808:10 Milan Centrale
3h01
11:11 Arth-Goldau0 changesdirect

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

The best time to book your train from Milan to Lucerne is 7 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Milan to Lucerne route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Milan to Lucerne 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 Milan to Lucerne.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Milan to Lucerne

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Trains from Milan to Lucerne run on average 21 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £14 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 £14
Distance
189 km
Average train duration
3h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
£33
Trains per day
21
Direct trains
21
Fastest train
2h 32m
First train
00:39
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 £14

Train providers: Trenitalia and SBB trains Milan to Lucerne

You can travel by train to Lucerne from Milan with Trenitalia and SBB for as low as £37. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Trenitalia is the national railway of Italy, providing a comprehensive network of trains across the country including trains between Milan and Lucerne. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, and Frecciabianca, as well as regional and intercity services. Frecciarossa trains are the fastest, reaching speeds of up to 300 km/h, while Frecciargento and Frecciabianca offer a more leisurely journey. Passengers can choose from a range of ticket types, including Economy, Standard, and Business Class. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and a range of food and beverage options. Popular routes include Milan to Rome, Venice to Florence, and Naples to Bari.

Train information from Milan to Lucerne with Trenitalia:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 32 min
  • Cheapest Price: £37

FAQs: Milan to Lucerne train

FAQs: Travel by train from Milan to Lucerne 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 Milan to Lucerne.
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popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Lucerne

Milan
Lucerne
The major train station for departures in Milan is Milano Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milano Centrale for your trip from Milan to Lucerne.
Amenities at train station
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DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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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
The major train station for arrivals in Lucerne is Luzern Bhf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luzern Bhf for your journey to Lucerne from Milan.
Amenities at train station
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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

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