The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Lucerne
Cheapest price
£98
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Lucerne will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £98.
Of the 24 trains that leave Venice for Lucerne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 357 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 54 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.
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620+
EuroCity 178
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 20
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+
EuroCity 30
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+
EuroCity 18
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 20
EuroCity 32
EuroCity 32
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+
EuroCity 150
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+
EuroCity 178
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+
EuroCity 20Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Venice to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. 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 £30, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 357 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£90 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £227 Average Price |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Venice to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Lucerne trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620+ EuroCity 178 | 05:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h01 | 12:11 Arth-Goldau | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 05:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h26 | 13:00 Zug station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 05:34 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h08 | 12:42 Arth-Goldau | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ EuroCity 16 | 07:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h12 | 15:00 Zug station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ EuroCity 16 | 07:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h54 | 14:42 Arth-Goldau | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 16 | 08:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h50 | 15:00 Zug station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 16 | 08:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h32 | 14:42 Arth-Goldau | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 18 | 09:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h50 | 17:00 Zug station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 18 | 09:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h32 | 16:42 Arth-Goldau | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3971+ EuroCity 30 | 09:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h20 | 18:00 Zug station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3971+ EuroCity 30 | 09:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 8h02 | 17:42 Arth-Goldau | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ EuroCity 18 | 10:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h54 | 16:42 Arth-Goldau | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ EuroCity 18 | 10:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h12 | 17:00 Zug station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ EuroCity 30 | 11:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h50 | 18:00 Zug station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ EuroCity 30 | 11:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h32 | 17:42 Arth-Goldau | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 20 | 12:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h50 | 19:00 Zug station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 20 | 12:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h32 | 18:42 Arth-Goldau | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ EuroCity 20 | 12:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h12 | 19:00 Zug station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ EuroCity 20 | 12:48 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h54 | 18:42 Arth-Goldau | 1 change | |
EuroCity 32 | 14:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h42 | 20:00 Zug station | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 32 | 14:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 5h24 | 19:42 Arth-Goldau | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 November | |||||
![]() | 04:12 Venice | 7h30 | 11:42 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Lucerne
Trains from Venice to Lucerne run on average 23 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 357 km distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 357 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 20:20 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, SBB, Regionale, Trenitalia EuroCity from Venice to Lucerne trainsTrenitalia, Frecciarossa, SBB, Regionale, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Venice and Lucerne from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Venice to Lucerne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Lucerne 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 Lucerne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Venice and Lucerne
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Viale della Stazione.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera
- Hotel Lugano Torretta
- Hotel Mondial
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Venice and Mestre
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Train: Regional trains to Venice and Mestre
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