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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 05
$136
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$161
Fastest journey on Sep 05
7 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
7 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 05
3
Distance
512 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Lucerne will cost around $161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
It's difficult to get from Brussels to Lucerne without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 15 · ICE 107 · IC 683
ICE 15 · ICE 107 · IC 683
ICE 13 · ICE 105 · EC 173
ICE 15 · ICE 107 · IC 683
ICE 15 · ICE 107 · IC 683
ICE 13 · ICE 105 · EC 173Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $60 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $60, while a train costs an average of $175.
Distance: 318 miles (512 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$175 Average price | $80 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $219 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg 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 Brussels to Lucerne:
A flight is $20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Brussels to Lucerne costing on average $80.
A flight is $115 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Lucerne costing on average $175.
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 33m.
Bus takes on average 9h 35m.
The journey is about 18m faster (6h 33m by train vs 6h 51m by car) and roughly $43 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($175 vs $219). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 13 · ICE 105 · EC 173 | On time 8:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h40 | 4:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 15 · ICE 107 · IC 683 | On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h40 | 6:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 15 · ICE 107 · IC 683 | On time 10:25 AM Brussels-Midi | 7h40 | 6:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Brussels to Lucerne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 but you can travel from only $21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 318 miles (512 km) distance in 6h 44m.
Distance 318 miles (512 km) |
Average train duration 6h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 44m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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Swiss Transport Museum with trains, planes, cars, simulators, and media exhibits. Lucerne’s top family-friendly museum.
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Luzern Verkehrshaus -> Luzern Bahnhof, Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels 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 Brussels to Lucerne trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Luzern Bhf station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bruxelles-Midi 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 options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Bruxelles-Central 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 options include: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
Brussels-Nord is 1 km from Brussels city centre. Public transport options include:
Brussels-Nord 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: Chabrol Brasserie, Winok Café, Félix Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brussels-Nord. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brussels-Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brussels-Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brussels-Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Progress, Hilton Brussels City, Hotel Siru.
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.
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