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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 17
€60
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€121
Fastest journey on Sep 17
9 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
9 h 53 m
Trains on Sep 17
4
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hallstatt to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hallstatt to Lucerne will cost around €121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
It's difficult to get from Hallstatt to Lucerne without transferring at least 4 times.
RJX19912+
EC 190+
IR 2130+
REX 70
REX 4407 · IC 640 · ICE 1214 · ECE 98
REX 4411 · IC 644 · EC 114 · ECE 96
EC 98+
IR 2134+
IC 640+
REX 70
REX 4407 · IC 640 · ICE 1214 · ECE 98
REX 4411 · IC 644 · EC 114 · ECE 96
RJX19912+
EC 190+
IR 2130+
REX 70
EC 98+
IR 2134+
IC 640+
REX 70Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hallstatt to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €102 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €102, while a flight costs an average of €384.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€102 Average price Cheapest | €384 Average price | €152 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hallstatt to Lucerne:
A train is €282 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hallstatt to Lucerne costing on average €384.
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 40m.
Tickets start at around €102 compared to roughly €152 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €49. The journey takes 8h 40m versus 6h 11m 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 Hallstatt to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REX 70+ IC 546+ RJX19912+ EC 190 | 9:32 AM Hallstatt Bahnhof | 9h53 | 7:25 PM Lucerne station | 4 transfers | |
REX 4407 · IC 640 · ICE 1214 · ECE 98 | On time 11:32 AM Hallstatt Bahnhof | 9h53 | 9:25 PM Lucerne station | 4 transfers | |
REX 70+ IC 640+ EC 98+ IR 2134 | On time 11:32 AM Hallstatt Bahnhof | 9h53 | 9:25 PM Lucerne station | 4 transfers | |
REX 4411 · IC 644 · EC 114 · ECE 96 | 1:32 PM Hallstatt Bahnhof | 9h53 | 11:25 PM Lucerne station | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Hallstatt to Lucerne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 8h 1m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average train duration 8h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 1m |
First train 12:21 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
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Luzern Verkehrshaus -> Luzern Bahnhof, Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hallstatt 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 Hallstatt to Lucerne trains use the Hallstatt Bahnhof to Luzern Bhf station pair. Use this guide to compare Hallstatt and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hallstatt Bahnhof is 1 km from Hallstatt city centre. Public transport options include:
Hallstatt Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking and Accessibility.
Available at Hallstatt Bahnhof: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hallstatt Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
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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