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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Lucerne

Showing times and prices for 20 Mar

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£20

Fastest journey

41 m

Average duration

45 m

Trains per day

Distance

40 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich 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 to Lucerne will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.

Fast trains

Of the 15 trains that leave Zurich for Lucerne every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .

The slowest trains will take 50 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.

Cheapest

IR 75 2112 | 2112

09:350h50

Zurich HB

10:25Lucerne station

£191One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

IR 70 2617 | 2617

09:100h41

Zurich HB

09:51Lucerne station

£191One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

IR 70 2619 | 2619

10:100h41

Zurich HB

10:51Lucerne station

£191One-way

0 changes

Cheapest

IR 75 2110 | 2110

08:350h50

Zurich HB

09:25Lucerne station

£191One-way

0 changes

IR 13 3260 | 3260

09:441h07

Zürich Oerlikon

10:51Lucerne station

£191One-way

0 changes

Zurich to Lucerne train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 20 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
SBB IR 70 2615 \| 2615 SBBIR 70 2615 \| 2615	08:10 Zurich HB	0h41	08:51 Lucerne station	0 changesDirect
SBB S 5 18529 \| 18529 SBBS 5 18529 \| 18529	08:16 Zurich Altstetten	1h09	09:25 Lucerne station	1 change
SBB S 6 18629 \| 18629 SBBS 6 18629 \| 18629	08:21 Zürich Oerlikon	1h04	09:25 Lucerne station	1 change
SBB IR 75 2110 \| 2110 SBBIR 75 2110 \| 2110	08:35 Zurich HB	0h50	09:25 Lucerne station	0 changesDirect
SBB S 6 18631 \| 18631 SBBS 6 18631 \| 18631	08:51 Zürich Oerlikon	1h00	09:51 Lucerne station	1 change
SBB S 11 19133 \| 19133 SBBS 11 19133 \| 19133	08:54 Zurich Altstetten	0h57	09:51 Lucerne station	1 change
SBB IR 70 2617 \| 2617 SBBIR 70 2617 \| 2617	09:10 Zurich HB	0h41	09:51 Lucerne station	0 changesDirect
SBB S 5 18533 \| 18533 SBBS 5 18533 \| 18533	09:16 Zurich Altstetten	1h09	10:25 Lucerne station	1 change
SBB S 6 18633 \| 18633 SBBS 6 18633 \| 18633	09:21 Zürich Oerlikon	1h04	10:25 Lucerne station	1 change
SBB IR 75 2112 \| 2112 SBBIR 75 2112 \| 2112	09:35 Zurich HB	0h50	10:25 Lucerne station	0 changesDirect
SBB IR 13 3260 \| 3260 SBBIR 13 3260 \| 3260	09:44 Zürich Oerlikon	1h07	10:51 Lucerne station	0 changesDirect
SBB S 6 18635 \| 18635 SBBS 6 18635 \| 18635	09:51 Zürich Oerlikon	1h00	10:51 Lucerne station	1 change
SBB S 11 19137 \| 19137 SBBS 11 19137 \| 19137	09:54 Zurich Altstetten	0h57	10:51 Lucerne station	1 change
SBB IR 70 2619 \| 2619 SBBIR 70 2619 \| 2619	10:10 Zurich HB	0h41	10:51 Lucerne station	0 changesDirect
SBB S 5 18537 \| 18537 SBBS 5 18537 \| 18537	10:16 Zurich Altstetten	1h09	11:25 Lucerne station	1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Zurich to Lucerne?

The best time to book your train from Zurich to Lucerne is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Zurich to Lucerne route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Zurich to Lucerne per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Zurich to Lucerne.

Trains

from £18

Coaches

from £2

ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Zurich to Lucerne

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Pro

Very punctual

Well upholstered seats

Friendly staff

Cons

Too expensive

Ticket bought at the ticket machine, free choice of seat, 2nd class, IR70 2645, 41 min journey time Comfortable seats and pleasant volume, power socket available Journey time: 41 min, in the end a few minutes more Was a bit expensive Cleanliness was ok. Friendly staff

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Lucerne

Trains from Zurich to Lucerne run on average 15 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £4 by bus.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £4

Distance

39 km

Average train duration

46m

Cheapest ticket price

£11

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

41m

First train

07:15

Last train

22:35

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £4

Train companies: SBB trains Zurich to Lucerne

Travel between Zurich and Lucerne from £14 with Omio’s train partners SBB! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

SBB is the national railway company of Switzerland which operates trains from Zurich to Lucerne. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and InterCityExpress. InterCity trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while Regio trains are the slowest, with speeds of up to 120 km/h. SBB also offers a variety of ticket types, such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for SBB are from Zurich to Geneva, Basel to Bern, and Geneva to Lausanne.

SBB from Zurich to Lucerne train information:

Average Duration: 41 min
Cheapest Price: £14

Trains from Zurich to Lucerne: Journey Details

Swiss Inter-Regional trains run from Zurich to Lucerne with a journey time of just under one hour. The same timetable operates seven days a week with departures every half-hour from just after 5:30 a.m. until the early hours of the morning.

Return trains from Lucerne to Zurich are also available.

Taking the Train from Zurich

Trains from Zurich to Lucerne depart from Zurich Hauptbahnhof, a busy regional and international transport hub. The station is conveniently located for all of Zurich's tourist attractions and is well integrated into the city's extensive and efficient transport network. This is made up of local trains, trams, cable cars, ferries and a bus network which includes night routes on Friday and Saturday evenings. Taxis and car rentals are available at Zurich station.

Getting into Lucerne by Train

The beautiful city of Lucerne lies in the heart of Switzerland at the edge of Lake Lucerne and across the water from the small town of Altdorf, famous for the legend of William Tell. Lucerne is small and compact enough to enjoy exploring on foot, taking in such sights as The Chapel Bridge, the oldest wooden bridge still standing in Europe, the fascinating Swiss transport museum and the Modernist art collection at the Rosengart Gallery. The city also makes an excellent base for exploring the stunning scenery of Mount Rigi and the Rütli Meadow. Trains from Zurich arrive at Lucerne Station, one of the country's major rail hubs, located on the banks of the lake and within an easy walk of the city center. Lucerne has a network of city coaches covering both the town and the Lido beach a bit further out, with services running throughout the night on Friday and Saturday evenings. A taxi rank is located outside the station.

FAQs: Zurich to Lucerne train

FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich to Lucerne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Lucerne.

Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Lucerne can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich to Lucerne is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Zurich to Lucerne train travel time is 41 min for the 24 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Zurich to Lucerne leaves at 00: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Zurich to Lucerne leaves at 23: 57.

Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from Zurich to Lucerne with SBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the trip from Zurich to Lucerne you can take a train with SBB. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Lucerne from Zurich on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 57.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Zurich HB, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lucerne, located 0.3 miles (525 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Lucerne from Zurich is worth doing with a journey time of 41 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Zurich to Lucerne by train is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Lucerne from Zurich including taking a coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Lucerne

Zurich

Lucerne

The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Lucerne.

Zürich HB