- Must visit
Swiss Museum of Transport
Swiss Transport Museum with trains, planes, cars, simulators, and media exhibits. Lucerne’s top family-friendly museum.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$60
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$90
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 2 m
Trains on Sep 19
8
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Augsburg to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Augsburg to Lucerne will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
It's difficult to get from Augsburg to Lucerne without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 916 · 4217 · 17778+
S6
ICE 118 · 4809 · 3064 · RE 4933
ICE 516 · IC 281 · IR 2132
ECE 196 · IR 2118+
62730
ECE 192 · IR 2126+
62740
ECE 196 · IR 2118+
62730
ECE 192 · IR 2126+
62740
ECE 194 · IR 2122+
62734
ICE 118 · 4809 · 3064 · RE 4933
ICE 916 · 4217 · 17778+
S6Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Augsburg to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, while a flight costs an average of $600.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$108 Average price | $600 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $135 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Augsburg to Lucerne:
A bus is $43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Augsburg to Lucerne costing on average $108.
A bus is $535 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Augsburg to Lucerne costing on average $600.
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 59m.
Bus takes on average 8h 53m.
Tickets start at around $108 compared to roughly $135 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $27. The journey takes 4h 59m versus 3h 31m 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 Augsburg to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 196 · IR 2118+ 62730 | Delayed 7:36 AM 8:48 AMAugsburg Hbf | 4h37 | 1:25 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 194 · IR 2122+ 62734 | Delayed 9:35 AM 10:45 AMAugsburg Hbf | 4h40 | 3:25 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 192 · IR 2126+ 62740 | Delayed 11:36 AM 12:46 PMAugsburg Hbf | 4h39 | 5:25 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 916 · 4217 · 17778 · IC 1089 | On time 12:48 PM Augsburg Hbf | 5h37 | 6:25 PM Lucerne station | 5 transfers | |
ICE 119 · ECE 190 · IR 2130 | On time 1:42 PM Augsburg Hbf | 5h43 | 7:25 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
78939 · EC 190 · IR 2130+ 62792 | 1:46 PM Augsburg Hbf | 5h39 | 7:25 PM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 516 · IC 281 · IR 2132 | On time 2:01 PM Augsburg Hbf | 6h24 | 8:25 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 118 · 4809 · 3064 · RE 4933 | On time 2:16 PM Augsburg Hbf | 5h35 | 7:51 PM Lucerne station | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Augsburg to Lucerne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Best time to book 70 days |
Discover the best of Lucerne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucerne trip today.
Swiss Transport Museum with trains, planes, cars, simulators, and media exhibits. Lucerne’s top family-friendly museum.
Collection of Pablo Picasso works in a historic building once linked to the artist’s celebrated 1930s Lucerne exhibition.
Jean Nouvel-designed art museum showing modern and contemporary works in a superb lakeside cultural complex.
Preserved old town square lined with frescoed historic buildings, fountains, and guild houses. A classic Lucerne photo stop.
Car-free riverside promenade beside the Reuss with shops and facades. Ideal for strolling between major old town sights.
Elegant lakefront promenade with mountain views, grand hotels, and access to the KKL and boat piers.
Crisp potato rösti from Central Switzerland, often served plain or topped. It is a beloved Swiss staple found in Lucerne homes and taverns.
Rich melted cheese with bread, potatoes, or pickles. A classic Swiss communal meal that reflects alpine dairy traditions popular around Lucerne.
Melted raclette cheese scraped over potatoes and pickles. It is a hearty mountain dish widely enjoyed across Switzerland, including Lucerne.
Elegant fine dining focused on creative French-Swiss cuisine with lake views and a long-standing reputation for special occasions.
Historic riverside restaurant known for Lucerne classics like Chügelipastete in a traditional setting near the old town.
Refined lakeside dining with seasonal Swiss cuisine and polished service in the grand Hotel Schweizerhof.
Lucerne is pricier than most European cities, with high hotel rates, meals, and local transport, especially in peak tourist season.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.
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Luzern Verkehrshaus -> Luzern Bahnhof, Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Augsburg 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.

Most Augsburg to Lucerne trains use the Augsburg Hbf to Luzern Bhf station pair, with some services arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Augsburg and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Augsburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Hoshi Bistro, Goldener Stern, Restaurant Kafanica, Heyzel Coffee
Wi-Fi is available at Augsburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Augsburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Augsburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Augsburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Augsburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Augsburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Augsburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Augsburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ost am Kö, City Boarding House am Kö, Hotel Lochbrunner, Bayerisches Haus am Dom.
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 options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
Luzern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Bahnhof.
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