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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 2 m
Trains on 18 Sept
58
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 £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 58 trains from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station, including 23 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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 75 2138 | 2138 · IR 75 2590 | 259022:151h10Zurich Airport23:25Lucerne station£181One-way1 change- IR 13 3252 | 32525:391h12Zurich Airport6:51Lucerne station£181One-way0 changes
- IC 8 836 | 836 · IR 70 2643 | 264321:461h05Zurich Airport22:51Lucerne station£191One-way1 change
- IR 75 2134 | 213420:151h10Zurich Airport21:25Lucerne station£191One-way0 changes
- IC 8 840 | 840 · IR 70 2647 | 264723:461h05Zurich Airport0:51Lucerne station£191One-way1 change
- IC 5 538 | 538 · IR 70 2641 | 264120:491h02Zurich Airport21:51Lucerne station£311One-way1 change
- IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 70 2619 | 26199:491h02Zurich Airport10:51Lucerne station£311One-way1 change
- IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 70 2617 | 26178:491h02Zurich Airport9:51Lucerne station£221One-way1 change
- IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 70 2615 | 26157:491h02Zurich Airport8:51Lucerne station£311One-way1 change
- IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 70 2613 | 26136:491h02Zurich Airport7:51Lucerne station£221One-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 train, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, while a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station costing on average £23.
Other travel options to Lucerne station take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 6m.
Tickets start at around £22 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £28. The journey takes 1h 6m versus 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SBB.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Zurich Airport to Lucerne station train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Lucerne station trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 70 2613 | 2613 | 6:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 7:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 1510 | 1510 · IR 75 2570 | 2570 | 7:19 Zurich Airport | 1h06 | 8:25 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3256 | 3256 | 7:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 8:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 70 2615 | 2615 | 7:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 8:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2110 | 2110 | 8:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 9:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 70 2617 | 2617 | 8:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 9:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2112 | 2112 | 9:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 10:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 1514 | 1514 · IR 75 2112 | 2112 | 9:19 Zurich Airport | 1h06 | 10:25 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3260 | 3260 | 9:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 10:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 70 2619 | 2619 | 9:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 10:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2114 | 2114 | 10:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 11:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 13 3262 | 3262 | 10:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 11:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 70 2621 | 2621 | 10:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 11:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2116 | 2116 | 11:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 12:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 1518 | 1518 · IR 75 2116 | 2116 | 11:19 Zurich Airport | 1h06 | 12:25 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3264 | 3264 | 11:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 12:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 70 2623 | 2623 | 11:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 12:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2118 | 2118 · IR 75 2576 | 2576 | 12:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 13:25 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3266 | 3266 | 12:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 13:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 70 2625 | 2625 | 12:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 13:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2120 | 2120 | 13:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 14:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 13 3268 | 3268 | 13:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 14:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 524 | 524 · IR 70 2627 | 2627 | 13:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 14:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2122 | 2122 | 14:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 15:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 13 3270 | 3270 | 14:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 15:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 526 | 526 · IR 70 2629 | 2629 | 14:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 15:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
IC 5 526 | 526 · IC 2 877 | 877+ IR VAE 2024 | 2024 | 14:49 Zurich Airport | 1h32 | 16:21 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
| IC 5 1526 | 1526 · IR 75 2580 | 2580 | 15:19 Zurich Airport | 1h06 | 16:25 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3272 | 3272 | 15:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 16:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 528 | 528 · IR 70 2631 | 2631 | 15:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 16:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2126 | 2126 | 16:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 17:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 75 2126 | 2126 · IR 2567 | 2567 | 16:15 Zurich Airport | 1h24 | 17:39 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3274 | 3274 | 16:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 17:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 530 | 530 · IR 70 2633 | 2633 | 16:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 17:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 530 | 530 · IC 2 881 | 881+IR VAE 2028 | 2028 | 16:49 Zurich Airport | 1h32 | 18:21 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
| IC 5 1530 | 1530 · IR 75 2582 | 2582 | 17:19 Zurich Airport | 1h06 | 18:25 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 532 | 532 · IR 70 2635 | 2635 | 17:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 18:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2130 | 2130 | 18:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 19:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 13 3278 | 3278 | 18:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 19:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 534 | 534 · IR 70 2637 | 2637 | 18:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 19:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IC 5 534 | 534 · IC 2 885 | 885+IR VAE 2032 | 2032 | 18:49 Zurich Airport | 1h32 | 20:21 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
| IR 75 2132 | 2132 | 19:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 20:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 13 3280 | 3280 | 19:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 20:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 536 | 536 · IR 70 2639 | 2639 | 19:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 20:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2134 | 2134 | 20:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 21:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 13 3282 | 3282 | 20:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 21:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 538 | 538 · IC 2 889 | 889 · S 3 21382 | 21382 | 20:49 Zurich Airport | 1h32 | 22:21 Lucerne station | 2 changes | |
| IC 5 538 | 538 · IR 70 2641 | 2641 | 20:49 Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 21:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2136 | 2136 · IR 75 2588 | 2588 | 21:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 22:25 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3284 | 3284 | 21:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 22:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 8 836 | 836 · IR 70 2643 | 2643 | 21:46 Zurich Airport | 1h05 | 22:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 75 2138 | 2138 · IR 75 2590 | 2590 | 22:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 23:25 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3286 | 3286 | 22:39 Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 23:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 8 838 | 838 · IR 70 2645 | 2645 | 22:46 Zurich Airport | 1h05 | 23:51 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| RE 75 2144 | 2144 · IR 75 2592 | 2592 | 23:15 Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 0:25 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| IC 8 840 | 840 · IR 70 2647 | 2647 | 23:46 Zurich Airport | 1h21 | 1:07 Lucerne station | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 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 · EV EV1 80242 | 80242 · S 1 21111 | 21111 | 0:13 Zurich Airport | 5h25 | 5:38 Lucerne station | 3 changes | |
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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 6m. 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 03:00, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 48 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 3:00 |
Last train 22:42 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich Airport and Lucerne station
Most Zurich Airport to Lucerne station trains use the Zürich HB to Luzern Bhf station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich Airport and Lucerne station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Luzern Bhf from Lucerne city centre
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.
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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