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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Lucerne station 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 48 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 34 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.
IR 13 3252 | 32525:391h12Zurich Airport6:51Lucerne station£221One-way0 changes- IR 75 2106 | 21066:151h10Zurich Airport7:25Lucerne station£241One-way0 changes
- S 19010 | 19010 · IR 75 2564 | 25645:001h25Zurich Airport6:25Lucerne station£241One-way1 change
- S 24 20493 | 20493 · S 1 21111 | 211110:045h34Zurich Airport5:38Lucerne station£371One-way1 change
- S 24 18093 | 18093 · S 5 18594 | 18594 · S 1 21111 | 211110:135h25Zurich Airport5:38Lucerne station£371One-way2 changes
- IR 75 2106 | 21066:151h10Zurich Airport7:25Lucerne station£241One-way0 changes
- IR 13 3252 | 32525:391h12Zurich Airport6:51Lucerne station£221One-way0 changes
- S 19010 | 19010 · IR 75 2564 | 25645:001h25Zurich Airport6:25Lucerne station£241One-way1 change
- S 24 18093 | 18093 · S 5 18594 | 18594 · S 1 21111 | 211110:135h25Zurich Airport5:38Lucerne station£371One-way2 changes
- S 24 20493 | 20493 · S 1 21111 | 211110:045h34Zurich Airport5:38Lucerne station£371One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zurich Airport to Lucerne station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 48 km
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Live departures
Zurich Airport to Lucerne station train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Lucerne station trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| S 24 20493 | 20493 · S 1 21111 | 21111 | 0:04 Zurich Airport | 5h34 | 5:38 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| S 24 18093 | 18093 · S 5 18594 | 18594 · S 1 21111 | 21111 | 0:13 Zurich Airport | 5h25 | 5:38 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
| S 19010 | 19010 · IR 75 2564 | 2564 | 5:00 Zurich Airport | 1h25 | 6:25 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3252 | 3252 | 5:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 6:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 75 2106 | 2106 | 6:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 7:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station
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Trains from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 4:00 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Lucerne station from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zurich Airport to Lucerne station train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station 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 station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Zurich Airport and Lucerne station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
Most popular train connections from Zurich Airport
Most popular trains to and from Lucerne station and Zurich Airport
Most popular train connections to Lucerne station
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