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Cheap train tickets from Amsterdam to Lucerne

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Cheapest

$114

Average

$165

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

IC 3031

09:24AM9h41

Amsterdam Centraal

07:05PMLucerne station

$1141One-way

5 transfers

ICE 153

09:08AM8h57

Amsterdam Centraal

06:05PMLucerne station

$1261One-way

2 transfers

ICE 225

08:08AM8h57

Amsterdam Centraal

05:05PMLucerne station

$1391One-way

4 transfers

IC 829

08:35AM9h30

Amsterdam Centraal

06:05PMLucerne station

$2801One-way

6 transfers

Amsterdam to Lucerne train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 4

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Deutsche Bahn ICE 225	08:08AM Amsterdam Centraal	8h57	05:05PM Lucerne station	4 transfers
Deutsche Bahn with connection IC 829	08:35AM Amsterdam Centraal	9h30	06:05PM Lucerne station	6 transfers
Deutsche Bahn ICE 153	09:08AM Amsterdam Centraal	8h57	06:05PM Lucerne station	2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn with connection IC 3031	09:24AM Amsterdam Centraal	9h41	07:05PM Lucerne station	5 transfers
This is the last train of the day.

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

The best time to book your train from Amsterdam to Lucerne is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Amsterdam to Lucerne route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam to Lucerne.

Trains

from $58

Buses

from $53

Flights

from $185

Fastest train times from Amsterdam to Lucerne

Showing times and prices for Dec 04

Fastest Journey

8 h 57 m

Average

9 h 16 m

Trains per day

Distance

641 km

It's difficult to get from Amsterdam to Lucerne without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest

ICE 153

09:08AM8h57

Amsterdam Centraal

06:05PMLucerne station

$1261One-way

2 transfers

Fastest

ICE 225

08:08AM8h57

Amsterdam Centraal

05:05PMLucerne station

$1391One-way

4 transfers

IC 829

08:35AM9h30

Amsterdam Centraal

06:05PMLucerne station

$2801One-way

6 transfers

IC 3031

09:24AM9h41

Amsterdam Centraal

07:05PMLucerne station

$1141One-way

5 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Amsterdam to Lucerne

Trains from Amsterdam to Lucerne run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€45) but you can travel from only $48 (€43) 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

Bus from $48 (€43)

Distance

397 miles (640 km)

Average train duration

9h 50m

Cheapest ticket price

$50 (€45)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

8h 27m

First train

00:05

Last train

23:54

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $48 (€43)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity and BSB from Amsterdam to Lucerne trains

Buy your official Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity and BSB train tickets to Lucerne from Amsterdam from $56 (€50) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Amsterdam and Lucerne. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Deutsche Bahn from Amsterdam to Lucerne train information:

Average Duration: 7 h 57 min
Cheapest Price: $56
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam to Lucerne

FAQs: Travel by train from Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam to Lucerne.

Cheap train tickets from Amsterdam to Lucerne can start from as little as $50 (€45) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Amsterdam to Lucerne is $134 (€120); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Amsterdam to Lucerne train travel time is 8 h 27 min for the 397 mile (640 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Amsterdam to Lucerne leaves at 12: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Amsterdam to Lucerne leaves at 11: 54 PM.

There are 12 trains a day from Amsterdam to Lucerne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Amsterdam to Lucerne, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Lucerne. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Amsterdam to Lucerne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 54 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Amsterdam to Lucerne is November.

You have options as you can travel between Amsterdam and Lucerne 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.