Zurich Airport to Lucerne train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Lucerne

Showing times and prices for 22 May

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

1 h 2 m

Average duration

1 h 2 m

Trains per day

35

Distance

49 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Lucerne 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 will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

Of the 35 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Lucerne every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 49 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.

  • SBBIR 75 2138 | 2138 · IR 75 2590 | 2590
    22:151h10
    Zurich Airport
    23:25Lucerne station
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIC 8 836 | 836 · IR 70 2643 | 2643
    21:461h05
    Zurich Airport
    22:51Lucerne station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 13 3284 | 3284
    21:391h12
    Zurich Airport
    22:51Lucerne station
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • SBBIC 8 838 | 838 · IR 70 2645 | 2645
    22:461h05
    Zurich Airport
    23:51Lucerne station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 13 3286 | 3286
    22:391h12
    Zurich Airport
    23:51Lucerne station
    £201One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Zurich Airport to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a coach costs an average of £21.

Distance: 49 km

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Cheapest

£26

Average Price

1h 35m

Average total duration

1h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

52m

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Live departures

Zurich Airport to Lucerne train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Lucerne trains for today, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBIR 75 2110 | 21108:15 Zurich Airport
1h10
9:25 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 514 | 514 · IR 70 2617 | 26178:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
9:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 75 2112 | 21129:15 Zurich Airport
1h10
10:25 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 1514 | 1514 · IR 75 2112 | 21129:19 Zurich Airport
1h06
10:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 13 3260 | 32609:39 Zurich Airport
1h12
10:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 516 | 516 · IR 70 2619 | 26199:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
10:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 75 2114 | 211410:15 Zurich Airport
1h10
11:25 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3262 | 326210:39 Zurich Airport
1h12
11:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 518 | 518 · IR 70 2621 | 262110:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
11:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 75 2116 | 211611:15 Zurich Airport
1h10
12:25 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 1518 | 1518 · IR 75 2116 | 211611:19 Zurich Airport
1h06
12:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 13 3264 | 326411:39 Zurich Airport
1h12
12:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 520 | 520 · IR 70 2623 | 262311:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
12:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 75 2118 | 2118 · IR 75 2576 | 257612:15 Zurich Airport
1h10
13:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 13 3266 | 326612:39 Zurich Airport
1h12
13:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 522 | 522 · IR 70 2625 | 262512:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
13:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 75 2120 | 212013:15 Zurich Airport
1h10
14:25 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 1522 | 1522 · IR 75 2120 | 212013:19 Zurich Airport
1h06
14:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 13 3268 | 326813:39 Zurich Airport
1h12
14:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 524 | 524 · IR 70 2627 | 262713:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
14:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 75 2122 | 212214:15 Zurich Airport
1h10
15:25 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3270 | 327014:39 Zurich Airport
1h12
15:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 526 | 526 · IR 70 2629 | 262914:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
15:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIC 5 526 | 526 · IC 2 877 | 877+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2024 | 202414:49 Zurich Airport
1h32
16:21 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIC 5 1526 | 1526 · IR 75 2580 | 258015:19 Zurich Airport
1h06
16:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 13 3272 | 327215:39 Zurich Airport
1h12
16:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 528 | 528 · IR 70 2631 | 263115:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
16:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 75 2126 | 212616:15 Zurich Airport
1h10
17:25 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3274 | 327416:39 Zurich Airport
1h12
17:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 530 | 530 · IR 70 2633 | 263316:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
17:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIC 5 530 | 530 · IC 2 881 | 881+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2028 | 202816:49 Zurich Airport
1h32
18:21 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIC 5 1530 | 1530 · IR 75 2582 | 258217:19 Zurich Airport
1h06
18:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIC 5 532 | 532 · IR 70 2635 | 263517:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
18:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 75 2130 | 213018:15 Zurich Airport
1h10
19:25 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIR 13 3278 | 327818:39 Zurich Airport
1h12
19:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 534 | 534 · IR 70 2637 | 263718:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
19:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIC 5 534 | 534 · IC 2 885 | 885+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2032 | 203218:49 Zurich Airport
1h32
20:21 Lucerne station2 changes
SBBIR 75 2132 | 213219:15 Zurich Airport
1h10
20:25 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 1534 | 1534 · IR 75 2132 | 213219:19 Zurich Airport
1h06
20:25 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 13 3280 | 328019:39 Zurich Airport
1h12
20:51 Lucerne station0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 536 | 536 · IR 70 2639 | 263919:49 Zurich Airport
1h02
20:51 Lucerne station1 change
SBBIR 75 2134 | 213420:15 Zurich Airport
1h10
21:25 Lucerne station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Lucerne

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Trains from Zurich Airport to Lucerne run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 1h 2m.

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
Distance
49 km
Average train duration
1h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Trains per day
12
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 2m
First train
6:15
Last train
22:46
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
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

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Lucerne from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
£20
SBB frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Learn more about SBB

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
£50
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Zurich Airport to Lucerne train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich Airport to Lucerne can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Zurich Airport to Lucerne covers a distance of 49 km and takes approximately 1h 2m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Zurich Airport to Lucerne is 49 km.
The first train from Zurich Airport to Lucerne leaves at 6:15.
The last train from Zurich Airport to Lucerne departs at 22:46.
Trains from Zurich Airport to Lucerne run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Zurich Airport to Lucerne.
Yes, there is a direct train between Zurich Airport and Lucerne. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by SBB.
To get from Zurich Airport to Lucerne, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Zurich Airport to Lucerne.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich Airport to Lucerne is by train, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Zurich Airport to Lucerne in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Zurich Airport to Lucerne is considered scenic, offering views of the Swiss countryside, rolling hills, and glimpses of the Alps, providing a picturesque travel experience.
Yes, a day trip from Zurich Airport to Lucerne is feasible. The journey takes 1h 2m with a distance of 49 km. Trains run frequently with 12 trips per day.
In Lucerne, you can enjoy a boat tour or scenic walk around the picturesque Lake Lucerne, explore the charming Old Town with its cobblestone streets and historic landmarks, and visit the Richard Wagner Museum. Take a scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne for breathtaking mountain views, or ride the world's steepest cogwheel railway to Mount Pilatus for an unforgettable adventure. Don't miss the historic Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument, the interactive Swiss Museum of Transport, and the medieval Museggmauer wall with its panoramic views.
Three days in Lucerne is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Chapel Bridge, Mount Pilatus, and the Swiss Transport Museum, while also enjoying scenic boat trips on Lake Lucerne.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich Airport to Lucerne.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich Airport and Lucerne

Zurich
Lucerne
Luzern BhfWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
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
address
Address
Zentralstrasse 1, 6003 Luzern, Switzerland
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
Luzern, BahnhofAccessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
address
Address
Zentralstrasse 1, 6003 Luzern, Switzerland
Luzern, Verkehrshaus/LidoParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
address
Address
6006 Lucerne, Switzerland
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km

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