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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 Oct 25
$48
Average ticket price on Oct 25
$81
Fastest journey on Oct 25
2 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Oct 25
2 h 7 m
Trains on Oct 25
14
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Como to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Como to Lucerne will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
On Sun, Oct 25, we found 14 trains from Como to Lucerne, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 25 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
On Sun, Oct 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.
IC 21 664 | 664
RE 80 25502 | 25502 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 2312
IC 2 1466 | 1466+
IR VAE 30010 | 30010
RE 80 25506 | 25506 · IC 21 668 | 668
EC 10 | 10+
IR VAE 30012 | 30012
RE 80 25502 | 25502 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 2312
RE 80 25506 | 25506 · IC 21 668 | 668
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 2316
RE 80 25518 | 25518 · IC 21 680 | 680Trains from Como to Lucerne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€34) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€34) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Como to Lucerne trains for today, Saturday, October 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 306 | 306+ IR VAE 30034 | 30034 | 7:05 PM Chiasso station | 2h16 | 9:21 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 80 25530 | 25530 · IC 21 692 | 692 | 7:34 PM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 9:41 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
EC 126 | 126 · S 3 21382 | 21382 | 8:05 PM Chiasso station | 2h16 | 10:21 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 80 25532 | 25532 · IC 2 894 | 894 · S 3 21384 | 21384 | 8:34 PM Chiasso station | 2h19 | 10:53 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 80 25532 | 25532 · IC 2 894 | 894 · IR 26 2340 | 2340 | 8:34 PM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 10:41 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
EC 28 | 28 · S 1 21183 | 21183 | 9:05 PM Chiasso station | 2h33 | 11:38 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 80 25534 | 25534 · IC 21 696 | 696 | 9:34 PM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 11:41 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, October 25 | |||||
IC 21 664 | 664 | 5:30 AM Chiasso station | 2h11 | 7:41 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 80 25502 | 25502 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 2312 | 6:34 AM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 8:41 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2 1466 | 1466+ IR VAE 30010 | 30010 | 7:04 AM Chiasso station | 2h17 | 9:21 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 80 25506 | 25506 · IC 21 668 | 668 | 7:34 AM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 9:41 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
EC 10 | 10+ IR VAE 30012 | 30012 | 8:05 AM Chiasso station | 2h16 | 10:21 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 | 8:34 AM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 10:41 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
EC 12 | 12+ IR VAE 30014 | 30014 | 9:05 AM Chiasso station | 2h16 | 11:21 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672 | 9:34 AM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 11:41 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
EC 14 | 14+ IR VAE 30016 | 30016 | 10:05 AM Chiasso station | 2h16 | 12:21 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
EC 150 | 150+ IR VAE 30020 | 30020 | 12:05 PM Chiasso station | 2h16 | 2:21 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 80 25516 | 25516 · IC 2 878 | 878 · IR 26 2324 | 2324 | 12:34 PM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 2:41 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
EC 30 | 30+ IR VAE 30022 | 30022 | 1:05 PM Chiasso station | 2h16 | 3:21 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 80 25518 | 25518 · IC 21 680 | 680 | 1:34 PM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 3:41 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
EC 16 | 16+ IR VAE 30024 | 30024 | 2:05 PM Chiasso station | 2h16 | 4:21 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
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Jean Nouvel-designed art museum showing modern and contemporary works in a superb lakeside cultural complex.
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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.
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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.
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Historic riverside restaurant known for Lucerne classics like Chügelipastete in a traditional setting near the old town.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Como 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 Como to Lucerne trains use the Como S. Giovanni to Luzern Bhf station pair, with some services arriving at Luzern Verkehrshaus. Use this guide to compare Como and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Como S. Giovanni is 1 km from Como city centre. Public transport options include:
Como S. Giovanni 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: Como Caffe
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are two ATM machines on W. Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30. Information desks are on the ground level.
Luggage storage is located near the station.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como S. Giovanni: Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.
Nearby hotels include Palace Hotel, Hotel Borgovico, Hotel Metropole Suisse.
Como Lago has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Sociale, Osteria del Gallo
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Lago. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Como Lago. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Como Lago: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Lago: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Lago: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropole Suisse, Albergo Terminus Hotel, Hotel Barchetta Excelsior.
Como Camerlata is 2 km from Como city centre. Public transport options include:
Como Camerlata has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Como Camerlata.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Camerlata.
Available at Como Camerlata: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Camerlata: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Camerlata: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Como Camerlata, Hotel Villa Flori, Albergo Firenze.
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 Verkehrshaus is 2 km from Lucerne city centre. Public transport options include:
Luzern Verkehrshaus has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
ATMs are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
Available at Luzern Verkehrshaus: Parking, WC.
Available at Luzern Verkehrshaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
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