Kaiserslautern to Lucerne train

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Süwex
05:28AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h37 10:05AMLuzern
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
06:23AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h42 11:05AMLuzern
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
07:14AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h51 12:05PMLuzern
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Süwex
08:34AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 01:05PMLuzern
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
09:11AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h54 02:05PMLuzern
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Train schedule from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne

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Süwex
05:28AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h37 10:05AMLuzern
3 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
06:23AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h42 11:05AMLuzern
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
07:14AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h51 12:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Süwex
08:34AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 01:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
09:11AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h54 02:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Regional
09:32AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h58 02:30PMLuzern
2 transfers
Süwex
10:34AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 03:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
11:36AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h29 04:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Süwex
12:34PMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 05:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Süwex
01:34PMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 06:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Süwex
02:34PMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 07:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
03:37PMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h28 08:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Süwex
04:34PMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 09:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Süwex
05:34PMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 10:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Süwex
06:34PMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 11:05PMLuzern
2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
09:37PMKaiserslautern, Hbf8h28 06:05AMLuzern
2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne

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Fastest Journey

4 h 28 m

Average

4 h 30 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

269 km

It's difficult to get from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne without transferring at least 2 times.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
03:37PMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h28 08:05PMLuzern
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Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
11:36AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h29 04:05PMLuzern
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Süwex
08:34AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 01:05PMLuzern
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Süwex
10:34AMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 03:05PMLuzern
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Süwex
12:34PMKaiserslautern, Hbf4h31 05:05PMLuzern
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Overview: Train from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne

distanceDistance166 miles (268 km)
durationAverage train duration7 h 2 min
priceAverage train ticket price$36 (€31)
frequencyTrain frequency16 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesDeutsche Bahn

Trains from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne cover the 166 miles (268 km) long route taking on average 7 h 2 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $36 (€31), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $23 (€20). Travelers depart most frequently from Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken and arrive in Luzern Bhf.

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne trains

For as little as $23 (€20) you can travel by train to Lucerne from Kaiserslautern with Deutsche Bahn. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

Deutsche Bahn

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Kaiserslautern to Lucerne train.

Train information from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 22 min
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 5 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Lucerne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne.
FAQs

Travel between Kaiserslautern, Germany and Lucerne, Switzerland by train is: Unrestricted.

What is the status of international entry into Switzerland from Germany?

International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany

Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Kaiserslautern?

Conditions of entry:

  • There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Lucerne, Switzerland?

When traveling in Switzerland, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:

  • Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face mask requirement: Regional advice

The information above was last checked on 3/22/23. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your train between Kaiserslautern and Lucerne before traveling.

The current restriction level for your return trip by train from Lucerne to Kaiserslautern is: Unrestricted

Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Germany from Switzerland?

Reentry to Germany is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Lucerne?

What are the requirements?

  • There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Kaiserslautern, Germany?

The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

  • Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face mask: Mandatory

Last checked on 3/22/23. We do our best to keep this information up to date, but regulations can change so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your train to Kaiserslautern from Lucerne here.

If you’re looking to save money on tickets, you can find cheap Kaiserslautern to Lucerne trains for as little as $23 (€20)  in the next 7 days.
If you’re looking to purchase your train tickets in the next week, you can expect the Kaiserslautern to Lucerne train price to come in at an average of $36 (€31)  one way.
When traveling this route you should expect the distance from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne by train to be approximately 166 miles (268 km).
The train time to Lucerne from Kaiserslautern is on average 7 h 2 min  for the 166 mile (268 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Kaiserslautern and Lucerne by train can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

When taking a train from Kaiserslautern, you have a couple of train stations you can depart from including Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken and Kaiserslautern. When you arrive in Lucerne, your train can arrive in train stations including Luzern Bhf, Luzern, Verkehrshaus/Lido and Luzern Allmend/Messe.

Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken   to Luzern Bhf.

Passengers board their train most frequently from Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken and travel around 3.7 miles (6 km) from the city center to this train station.

Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Luzern Bhf and need to travel approximately 0.3 miles (478 m) from the train station to the city center in Lucerne.

For the best Kaiserslautern to Lucerne train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Kaiserslautern and Lucerne to compare what amenities they may offer.
The average number of trains departing Kaiserslautern for Lucerne is 16 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.
The earliest train departing from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne leaves at 5: 11 AM. The last train departing from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne leaves at 10: 30 PM. You can find the latest Kaiserslautern to Lucerne train schedule on Omio and book the best time to leave for your journey on your chosen travel date.
The price of a one way train ticket from Kaiserslautern to Lucerne is on average $36 (€31) if you purchase within the next 7 days. But we recommend booking tickets before your planned travel date to find the best prices for trains from all possible train companies offering this route. In general, you can find train tickets between Kaiserslautern and Lucerne available a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Kaiserslautern
Lucerne
Kaiserslautern-Hohenecken is the most popular Kaiserslautern railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Kaiserslautern for your trip to Lucerne.
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