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Historisches Museum Lungern
Local museum presenting everyday life in Lungern through historic rooms, objects and stories that illuminate village traditions and alpine culture.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£34
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 40 m
Trains on 17 Sept
62
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Lungern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Lungern will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Zurich to Lungern you need to make at least one change.
IR 70 2617 | 2617+
IR LIX 3086 | 3086
S 11 19133 | 19133 · IR 70 2617 | 2617+
IR LIX 3086 | 3086
S 6 18631 | 18631 · IR 70 2617 | 2617+
IR LIX 3086 | 3086
IR 70 2611 | 2611+
PE LIX 2914 | 2914
IR 70 2623 | 2623+
PE LIX 2926 | 2926
IR 70 2617 | 2617+
PE LIX 2920 | 2920
IR 70 2611 | 2611+
PE LIX 2914 | 2914
IR 70 2619 | 2619+
PE LIX 2922 | 2922
IR 70 2613 | 2613+
PE LIX 2916 | 2916
IR 70 2615 | 2615+
PE LIX 2918 | 2918Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lungern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 71 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Lungern:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Lungern costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Lungern take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 34m.
Tickets start at around £33 compared to roughly £54 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £21. The journey takes 1h 34m versus 1h 7m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lungern trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 24 20493 | 20493 · S 1 21111 | 21111+ PE LIX 2912 | 2912 | 0:21 Zurich HB | 6h29 | 6:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18594 | 18594 · EV EV1 80242 | 80242 · S 1 21111 | 21111+ PE LIX 2912 | 2912 | 0:39 Zurich HB | 6h11 | 6:50 Lungern station | 3 changes | |
S 5 18594 | 18594 · EV EV1 80242 | 80242 · S 1 21111 | 21111+ PE LIX 2912 | 2912 | 0:45 Zurich Altstetten | 6h05 | 6:50 Lungern station | 3 changes | |
IR 13 3252 | 3252+ PE LIX 2914 | 2914 | 5:45 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h05 | 7:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 9 18919 | 18919 · IR 70 2611 | 2611+ PE LIX 2914 | 2914 | 5:46 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h04 | 7:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19121 | 19121 · IR 70 2611 | 2611+ PE LIX 2914 | 2914 | 5:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 7:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2611 | 2611+ PE LIX 2914 | 2914 | 6:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 7:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 6 18623 | 18623 · IR 70 2613 | 2613+ PE LIX 2916 | 2916 | 6:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 8:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19125 | 19125 · IR 70 2613 | 2613+ PE LIX 2916 | 2916 | 6:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 8:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2613 | 2613+ PE LIX 2916 | 2916 | 7:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 8:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
IR 13 3256 | 3256+ PE LIX 2918 | 2918 | 7:45 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h05 | 9:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 11 19129 | 19129 · IR 70 2615 | 2615+ PE LIX 2918 | 2918 | 7:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 9:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19129 | 19129 · IR 70 2615 | 2615+ IR LIX 3084 | 3084 | 7:54 Zurich Altstetten | 2h21 | 10:15 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 3 18329 | 18329 · IR 70 2615 | 2615+ PE LIX 2918 | 2918 | 7:55 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h55 | 9:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 3 18329 | 18329 · IR 70 2615 | 2615+ IR LIX 3084 | 3084 | 7:55 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h20 | 10:15 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2615 | 2615+ IR LIX 3084 | 3084 | 8:10 Zurich HB | 2h05 | 10:15 Lungern station | 1 change | |
IR 70 2615 | 2615+ PE LIX 2918 | 2918 | 8:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 9:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 6 18631 | 18631 · IR 70 2617 | 2617+ IR LIX 3086 | 3086 | 8:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h24 | 11:15 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18631 | 18631 · IR 70 2617 | 2617+ PE LIX 2920 | 2920 | 8:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 10:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19133 | 19133 · IR 70 2617 | 2617+ IR LIX 3086 | 3086 | 8:54 Zurich Altstetten | 2h21 | 11:15 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19133 | 19133 · IR 70 2617 | 2617+ PE LIX 2920 | 2920 | 8:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 10:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2617 | 2617+ PE LIX 2920 | 2920 | 9:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 10:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
IR 70 2617 | 2617+ IR LIX 3086 | 3086 | 9:10 Zurich HB | 2h05 | 11:15 Lungern station | 1 change | |
IR 13 3260 | 3260+ PE LIX 2922 | 2922 | 9:45 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h05 | 11:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 6 18635 | 18635 · IR 70 2619 | 2619+ PE LIX 2922 | 2922 | 9:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 11:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19137 | 19137 · IR 70 2619 | 2619+ PE LIX 2922 | 2922 | 9:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 11:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2619 | 2619+ PE LIX 2922 | 2922 | 10:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 11:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
IR 13 3262 | 3262+ PE LIX 2924 | 2924 | 10:45 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h05 | 12:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 6 18639 | 18639 · IR 70 2621 | 2621+ PE LIX 2924 | 2924 | 10:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 12:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19141 | 19141 · IR 70 2621 | 2621+ PE LIX 2924 | 2924 | 10:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 12:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2621 | 2621+ PE LIX 2924 | 2924 | 11:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 12:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
IR 13 3264 | 3264+ PE LIX 2926 | 2926 | 11:45 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h05 | 13:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 6 18643 | 18643 · IR 70 2623 | 2623+ PE LIX 2926 | 2926 | 11:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 13:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19145 | 19145 · IR 70 2623 | 2623+ PE LIX 2926 | 2926 | 11:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 13:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2623 | 2623+ PE LIX 2926 | 2926 | 12:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 13:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
IR 13 3266 | 3266+ PE LIX 2928 | 2928 | 12:45 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h05 | 14:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 6 18647 | 18647 · IR 70 2625 | 2625+ PE LIX 2928 | 2928 | 12:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 14:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19149 | 19149 · IR 70 2625 | 2625+ PE LIX 2928 | 2928 | 12:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 14:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2625 | 2625+ PE LIX 2928 | 2928 | 13:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 14:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
IR 13 3268 | 3268+ PE LIX 2930 | 2930 | 13:45 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h05 | 15:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 6 18651 | 18651 · IR 70 2627 | 2627+ PE LIX 2930 | 2930 | 13:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 15:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19153 | 19153 · IR 70 2627 | 2627+ PE LIX 2930 | 2930 | 13:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 15:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2627 | 2627+ PE LIX 2930 | 2930 | 14:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 15:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
IR 13 3270 | 3270+ PE LIX 2932 | 2932 | 14:45 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h05 | 16:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 6 18655 | 18655 · IR 70 2629 | 2629+ PE LIX 2932 | 2932 | 14:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 16:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19157 | 19157 · IR 70 2629 | 2629+ PE LIX 2932 | 2932 | 14:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 16:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2629 | 2629+ PE LIX 2932 | 2932 | 15:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 16:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
IR 13 3272 | 3272+ PE LIX 2934 | 2934 | 15:45 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h05 | 17:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 6 18659 | 18659 · IR 70 2631 | 2631+ PE LIX 2934 | 2934 | 15:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 17:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19161 | 19161 · IR 70 2631 | 2631+ PE LIX 2934 | 2934 | 15:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 17:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2631 | 2631+ PE LIX 2934 | 2934 | 16:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 17:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
IR 13 3274 | 3274+ PE LIX 2936 | 2936 | 16:45 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h05 | 18:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 6 18663 | 18663 · IR 70 2633 | 2633+ PE LIX 2936 | 2936 | 16:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 18:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
S 11 19165 | 19165 · IR 70 2633 | 2633+ PE LIX 2936 | 2936 | 16:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 18:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2633 | 2633+ PE LIX 2936 | 2936 | 17:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 18:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 11 19169 | 19169 · IR 70 2635 | 2635+ PE LIX 2938 | 2938 | 17:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 19:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2635 | 2635+ PE LIX 2938 | 2938 | 18:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 19:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 11 19173 | 19173 · IR 70 2637 | 2637+ PE LIX 2940 | 2940 | 18:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 20:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2637 | 2637+ PE LIX 2940 | 2940 | 19:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 20:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 11 19177 | 19177 · IR 70 2639 | 2639+ PE LIX 2942 | 2942 | 19:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 21:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2639 | 2639+ PE LIX 2942 | 2942 | 20:10 Zurich HB | 1h40 | 21:50 Lungern station | 1 change | |
S 11 19181 | 19181 · IR 70 2641 | 2641+ PE LIX 2944 | 2944 | 20:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 22:50 Lungern station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Zurich to Lungern run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:25, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 3:25 |
Last train 23:03 |
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Discover the best of Lungern — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lungern trip today.
Local museum presenting everyday life in Lungern through historic rooms, objects and stories that illuminate village traditions and alpine culture.
Nearby open-air museum with historic rural buildings from Central Switzerland, offering strong context for Lungern’s architectural and farming heritage.
Museum in nearby Sarnen exploring the history and culture of Obwalden, helpful for visitors wanting broader regional context around Lungern.
Famous panoramic viewpoint above Lungern with sweeping views over the lake and village, especially popular for sunrise and photography.
Lake promenade and recreation area around Lungerersee, ideal for easy walks, swimming spots and broad views of the surrounding mountains.
Popular lookout above the lake reached by foot, known for its dramatic perspective over Lungern and the water below.
Crisp grated potato rosti, a Swiss Alpine staple often eaten in Central Switzerland as a hearty side or main dish with cheese, egg or bacon.
Small pasta dumplings from Obwalden traditionally served with cheese or in a rich sauce, reflecting farmhouse cooking in the canton.
A mountain dish of pasta, potatoes, cream, cheese and fried onions, commonly served with apple sauce in Swiss German Alpine regions.
Well-known local restaurant with Swiss and regional dishes, appreciated for a relaxed atmosphere and views near Lake Lungern.
Traditional Swiss hotel restaurant in Lungern serving local classics and seasonal dishes in a cosy lakeside village setting.
Casual lakeside venue popular for Swiss favourites, simple meals and drinks in a scenic setting by the water.
Swiss resort pricing is high versus nearby Alpine areas; hotels, restaurant meals and mountain transport usually cost more than in much of Europe.
Service is usually included. Round up small amounts in cafés and taxis, or add about CHF 5-10 in restaurants for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Lungern 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 Lungern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Lungern trains use the Zürich HB to Lungern station pair, with some services arriving at Kaiserstuhl OW. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Lungern train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Lungern has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Lungern.
Available at Lungern: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lungern: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lungern: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Vanamali's BnB, Hotel Kaiserstuhl, Hotel Bahnhof.
Kaiserstuhl OW is 3 km from Lungern city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserstuhl OW has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Kaiserstuhl OW.
ATMs are available at Kaiserstuhl OW.
Available at Kaiserstuhl OW: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserstuhl OW.
Lungern, Kaiserstuhl OW Bhf is 3 km from Lungern city centre. Public transport options include:
Lungern, Kaiserstuhl OW Bhf has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lungern, Kaiserstuhl OW Bhf.
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