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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 20
$72
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$113
Fastest journey on Oct 20
5 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
5 h 45 m
Trains on Oct 20
16
Distance
477 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Lucerne will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Lucerne without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 529 · ICE 103 · IC 675
ICE 915 · ICE 71 · IC 623 · RE 4725
ICE 919 · ICE 373 · IR 2335
ICE 627 · ICE 107 · IC 683
28515 · IC 1644 · ICE 373 · IR 2335
ICE 621 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IR 2327
ICE 29 · ICE 517 · ICE 371 · IR 2331
ICE 627 · ICE 107 · IC 683
ICE 623 · ICE 105 · EC 173
ICE 529 · ICE 103 · IC 675Trains from Düsseldorf to Lucerne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 but you can travel from only $38 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
28507 · IC 1940 · ICE 279 · IR 2327 | 8:00 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h05 | 3:05 PM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 529 · ICE 103 · IC 675 | On time 8:18 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h47 | 2:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 915 · ICE 71 · IC 623 · RE 4725 | On time 9:02 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h53 | 2:55 PM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 915 · ICE 279 · IR 2327 | On time 9:02 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h03 | 3:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 5 · IC 627 | On time 9:16 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h39 | 4:55 PM Lucerne station | 4 transfers | |
ICE 621 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IR 2327 | On time 9:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h43 | 3:05 PM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
28511 · ICE 2013 · ICE 371 · IR 2331 | 10:00 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h05 | 5:05 PM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 623 · ICE 105 · EC 173 | On time 10:19 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h46 | 4:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 225 · ICE 371 · IR 2331 | On time 10:56 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h09 | 5:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 225 · ECE 5 · IC 627 · RE 4729 | On time 10:56 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h59 | 4:55 PM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 29 · ICE 517 · ICE 371 · IR 2331 | On time 11:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h43 | 5:05 PM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
28515 · IC 1644 · ICE 373 · IR 2335 | 12:00 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h05 | 7:05 PM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 627 · ICE 107 · IC 683 | On time 12:19 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h46 | 6:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919 · ICE 373 · IR 2335 | On time 1:03 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h02 | 7:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919 · ICE 73 · EC 67 · RE 4733 | On time 1:03 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h52 | 6:55 PM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 919 · 10425 · ICE 229 · ICE 1011 | On time 1:03 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h52 | 8:55 PM Lucerne station | 6 transfers | |
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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 Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Lucerne trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Luzern Bhf station pair. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
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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