The cheapest and fastest trains from Annecy to Lucerne
Cheapest price
$156
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
6 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h 48 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Annecy to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Annecy to Lucerne will cost around $164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $156.
Of the 3 trains that leave Annecy for Lucerne on Mon, Dec 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 6 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 26 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 7 h 26 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Annecy to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €304.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€135 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest | €363 Average price |
3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Annecy to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Annecy to Lucerne trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 AM Annecy | 6h26 | 12:26 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:53 PM Annecy | 7h07 | 9:00 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Annecy to Lucerne
Trains from Annecy to Lucerne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $44 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 16:53. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 16:53 |
Train companies: SBB from Annecy to Lucerne trainsSBB trains will get you between Annecy and Lucerne from $44 (€35). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Annecy to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Annecy to Lucerne
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue de Chevêne.
- Restaurant Le Freti
- L'Etage
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Novotel Annecy Centre
- Best Western Hotel International Annecy
- Hotel des Alpes
- Located in the main hall
- 250 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional TER trains
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
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