The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Milan
Cheapest price
33₫
Average price
91₫
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
82
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Milan will cost around 91₫ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 33₫.
Of the 82 trains that leave Lucerne for Milan 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 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.
EuroCity 298:20 PM2h30Arth-Goldau10:50 PMMilan Centrale33 ₫1One-way0 changes
EuroCity 212:18 PM2h32Arth-Goldau4:50 PMMilan Centrale33 ₫1One-way0 changes
EuroCity 373:18 PM2h37Arth-Goldau5:55 PMMilano Lambrate33 ₫1One-way0 changes
EuroCity 373:00 PM2h55Zug station5:55 PMMilano Lambrate36 ₫1One-way0 changes
EuroCity 212:00 PM2h50Zug station4:50 PMMilan Centrale36 ₫1One-way0 changes
IR 26 2323 | 2323 · IC 2 873 | 873 · RE 80 25525 | 255251:18 PM2h08Lucerne station3:26 PMChiasso station45 ₫1One-way2 changes
IC 21 675 | 675 · RE 80 25527 | 255272:18 PM2h08Lucerne station4:26 PMChiasso station77 ₫1One-way1 change
IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 2552312:18 PM2h08Lucerne station2:26 PMChiasso station46 ₫1One-way1 change
EC 21 | 21+
IR VAE 2027 | 20271:39 PM2h16Lucerne station3:55 PMChiasso station77 ₫1One-way1 change
EC 151 | 151+
IR VAE 2025 | 202512:39 PM2h16Lucerne station2:55 PMChiasso station77 ₫1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lucerne to Milan
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 18₫. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 18₫, and a flight costs an average of 60₫.
Distance: 189 km
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Live departures
Lucerne to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Milan trains for today, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 24 4716 | 4716 · IC 6 617 | 617+ EuroCity 67 | 10:05 AM Lucerne station | 11h45 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
RE 24 4716 | 4716 · IC 6 617 | 617+ EuroCity 65 | 10:05 AM Lucerne station | 6h50 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
IR 70 2618 | 2618 · IC 81 814 | 814+ EuroCity 65 | 10:09 AM Lucerne station | 6h46 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
S 6 21636 | 21636 · S 2 15244 | 15244 · S 41 6419 | 6419+ EuroCity 65 | 10:16 AM Lucerne station | 6h39 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3 changes | |
S 6 21636 | 21636 · S 2 15244 | 15244 · S 41 6419 | 6419+ EuroCity 67 | 10:16 AM Lucerne station | 11h34 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 3 changes | |
IR 27 2466 | 2466 · ICE 101 | 101 · IC 81 814 | 814+ EuroCity 65 | 10:30 AM Lucerne station | 6h25 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3 changes | |
IR 27 2466 | 2466 · ICE 101 | 101 · IC 81 814 | 814+ EuroCity 67 | 10:30 AM Lucerne station | 11h20 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 3 changes | |
IR 27 2468 | 2468 · IC 61 969 | 969+ EuroCity 65 | 11:30 AM Lucerne station | 5h25 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
IR 27 2468 | 2468 · IC 61 969 | 969+ EuroCity 67 | 11:30 AM Lucerne station | 10h20 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
RE 7 4470 | 4470 · S 21 6721 | 6721+ EuroCity 67 | 11:57 AM Lucerne station | 9h53 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
RE 7 4470 | 4470 · S 21 6721 | 6721+ EuroCity 65 | 11:57 AM Lucerne station | 4h58 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
IR 15 2520 | 2520 · IC 8 816 | 816+ EuroCity 65 | 12:00 PM Lucerne station | 4h55 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
IR 15 2520 | 2520 · S 1 15147 | 15147+ EuroCity 67 | 12:00 PM Lucerne station | 9h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
RE 24 4720 | 4720 · EC 65 | 65+ EuroCity 67 | 12:05 PM Lucerne station | 9h45 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
RE 24 4722 | 4722 · IC 61 623 | 623+ EuroCity 67 | 1:05 PM Lucerne station | 8h45 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
S 6 21648 | 21648 · S 2 15256 | 15256 · S 41 6425 | 6425+ EuroCity 67 | 1:16 PM Lucerne station | 8h34 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 3 changes | |
IR 27 2472 | 2472 · ICE 279 | 279+ EuroCity 67 | 1:30 PM Lucerne station | 8h20 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
RE 7 4474 | 4474 · S 21 6725 | 6725+ EuroCity 67 | 1:57 PM Lucerne station | 7h53 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
IR 15 2524 | 2524 · S 1 15155 | 15155+ EuroCity 67 | 2:00 PM Lucerne station | 7h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 21 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 2h50 | 4:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 15 2524 | 2524 · IC 8 820 | 820+ EuroCity 67 | 2:00 PM Lucerne station | 7h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
IC 21 675 | 675 · S 10 25777 | 25777 | 2:18 PM Lucerne station | 2h18 | 4:36 PM Balerna station | 1 change | |
IC 21 675 | 675 · S 10 25777 | 25777 | 2:18 PM Lucerne station | 2h18 | 4:36 PM Stabio station | 1 change | |
IC 21 675 | 675 · RE 80 25527 | 25527 | 2:18 PM Lucerne station | 2h08 | 4:26 PM Chiasso station | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21 | 2:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 2h32 | 4:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EV EV2 31453 | 31453 · EC 37 | 37 | 2:29 PM Lucerne | 2h26 | 4:55 PM Chiasso station | 1 change | |
EV EV2 31453 | 31453 · EC 37 | 37 · S 10 25129 | 25129 · S 40 25429 | 25429 | 2:29 PM Lucerne | 2h37 | 5:06 PM Stabio station | 3 changes | |
EV EV2 31453 | 31453 · EC 37 | 37 · S 10 25129 | 25129 | 2:29 PM Lucerne | 2h33 | 5:02 PM Balerna station | 2 changes | |
IR 27 2474 | 2474 · IC 6 975 | 975 · IC 81 822 | 822+ EuroCity 67 | 2:30 PM Lucerne station | 7h20 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 3 changes | |
IR 75 2125 | 2125 · EC 37 | 37 · S 10 25129 | 25129+ IR VAE 2029 | 2029 | 2:35 PM Lucerne station | 2h27 | 5:02 PM Balerna station | 3 changes | |
IR 75 2125 | 2125 · EC 37 | 37 · S 10 25129 | 25129 · S 40 25429 | 25429 | 2:35 PM Lucerne station | 2h31 | 5:06 PM Stabio station | 4 changes | |
IR 75 2125 | 2125 · EC 37 | 37+ IR VAE 2029 | 2029 | 2:35 PM Lucerne station | 2h20 | 4:55 PM Chiasso station | 2 changes | |
RE 7 4476 | 4476 · S 21 6727 | 6727+ EuroCity 67 | 2:57 PM Lucerne station | 6h53 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
IR 15 2526 | 2526 · IC 6 975 | 975+ EuroCity 67 | 3:00 PM Lucerne station | 6h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 37 | 3:00 PM Zug station | 2h55 | 5:55 PM Milano Lambrate | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 15 2526 | 2526 · S 1 15159 | 15159+ EuroCity 67 | 3:00 PM Lucerne station | 6h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
RE 24 4726 | 4726 · IC 61 627 | 627+ EuroCity 67 | 3:05 PM Lucerne station | 6h45 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
S 6 21656 | 21656 · S 2 15264 | 15264 · S 41 6429 | 6429+ EuroCity 67 | 3:16 PM Lucerne station | 6h34 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 3 changes | |
IR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 877 · S 10 25779 | 25779 | 3:18 PM Lucerne station | 2h18 | 5:36 PM Stabio station | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 877 · RE 80 25529 | 25529 | 3:18 PM Lucerne station | 2h08 | 5:26 PM Chiasso station | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 877 · S 10 25779 | 25779 | 3:18 PM Lucerne station | 2h18 | 5:36 PM Balerna station | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 37 | 3:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 2h37 | 5:55 PM Milano Lambrate | 0 changesdirect | |
EV EV2 31457 | 31457 · EC 123 | 123 · S 10 25131 | 25131 | 3:29 PM Lucerne | 2h33 | 6:02 PM Balerna station | 2 changes | |
EV EV2 31457 | 31457 · EC 123 | 123 | 3:29 PM Lucerne | 2h26 | 5:55 PM Chiasso station | 1 change | |
EV EV2 31457 | 31457 · EC 123 | 123 · S 10 25131 | 25131 · S 40 25431 | 25431 | 3:29 PM Lucerne | 2h37 | 6:06 PM Stabio station | 3 changes | |
IR 27 2476 | 2476 · IC 61 977 | 977+ EuroCity 67 | 3:30 PM Lucerne station | 6h20 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
IR 75 2127 | 2127 · EC 123 | 123+ IR VAE 2031 | 2031 | 3:35 PM Lucerne station | 2h20 | 5:55 PM Chiasso station | 2 changes | |
IR 75 2127 | 2127 · EC 123 | 123 · S 10 25131 | 25131 · S 40 25431 | 25431 | 3:35 PM Lucerne station | 2h31 | 6:06 PM Stabio station | 4 changes | |
IR 75 2127 | 2127 · EC 123 | 123 · S 10 25131 | 25131+ IR VAE 2031 | 2031 | 3:35 PM Lucerne station | 2h27 | 6:02 PM Balerna station | 3 changes | |
EuroCity 123 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 2h50 | 6:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 123 | 4:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 2h32 | 6:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 75 2581 | 2581 · IC 2 1479 | 1479 · B 2 2055 | 2055+ IR VAE 2033 | 2033 | 4:35 PM Lucerne station | 2h38 | 7:13 PM Milan | 3 changes | |
EuroCity 173 | 4:49 PM Arth-Goldau | 3h01 | 7:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 25 | 6:00 PM Zug station | 2h50 | 8:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 25 | 6:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 2h32 | 8:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 27 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 2h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 27 | 7:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 2h32 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 29 | 8:00 PM Zug station | 2h50 | 10:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 29 | 8:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 2h32 | 10:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Milan
Trains from Lucerne to Milan run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 51₫ but you can travel from only 18₫ by coach.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price 51₫ |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Lucerne to Milan trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Lucerne and Milan from 18₫. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lucerne to Milan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lucerne and Milan
Most Lucerne to Milan trains use the Arth-Goldau to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Chiasso. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lucerne station do trains to Milan leave from?
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.
Luzern, Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Luzern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Bahnhof.
Getting to Luzern from Lucerne city centre
Luzern train station facilities and services
Luzern has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs located near the main concourse.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luzern.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.
Which Milan station do trains from Lucerne arrive at?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to Milano Lambrate from Milan city centre
Milano Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Lambrate train station facilities and services
Milano Lambrate 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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
Getting to Milano Certosa from Milan city centre
Milano Certosa is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Certosa train station facilities and services
Milano Certosa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Certosa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Certosa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Certosa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Certosa: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Mirage, Klima Hotel Milano Fiere.
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