The cheapest and fastest trains from Zug to Lucerne
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zug to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zug to Lucerne will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 12 trains that leave Zug for Lucerne every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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 2108 | 21088:030h22Zug station8:25Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
IR 70 2637 | 263719:320h19Zug station19:51Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
IR 75 2130 | 213019:030h22Zug station19:25Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
IR 75 2582 | 258218:030h22Zug station18:25Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
IR 75 2110 | 21109:030h22Zug station9:25Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
IR 70 2617 | 26179:320h19Zug station9:51Lucerne station£131One-way0 changes
IR 70 2615 | 26158:320h19Zug station8:51Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
IR 70 2635 | 263518:320h19Zug station18:51Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
IR 70 2637 | 263719:320h19Zug station19:51Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
IR 75 2108 | 21088:030h22Zug station8:25Lucerne station£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zug to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zug to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 21 km
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zug to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Zug to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 75 2108 | 2108 | 8:03 Zug station | 0h22 | 8:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 70 2615 | 2615 | 8:32 Zug station | 0h19 | 8:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 1 21125 | 21125 | 8:36 Zug station | 0h33 | 9:09 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 1 21127 | 21127 | 8:52 Zug station | 0h46 | 9:38 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 75 2110 | 2110 | 9:03 Zug station | 0h22 | 9:25 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 70 2617 | 2617 | 9:32 Zug station | 0h19 | 9:51 Lucerne station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zug to Lucerne
Trains from Zug to Lucerne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 19m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zug to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zug and Lucerne from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zug to Lucerne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zug 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 Zug and Lucerne
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Schiff
- Restaurant Theater Casino Zug
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Parkhotel Zug
- City-Hotel Ochsen
- Hotel Löwen am See
- Located in the main hall
- 1,366 places
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Zurich, Lucerne, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S5
- 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
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