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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Lucerne
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Lucerne will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lausanne for Lucerne on Wed, Feb 25, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 25 the direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Wed, Feb 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.
Live departures
Lausanne to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Lucerne trains for today, Tuesday, February 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 1 711 | 711 · IC 61 612 | 612 · RE 24 4717 | 4717 | 7:17 AM Lausanne station | 2h38 | 9:55 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | ||
| IR 15 2513 | 2513 | 7:40 AM Lausanne station | 2h21 | 10:01 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | ||
| IC 1 713 | 713 · EC 60 | 60 · RE 24 4719 | 4719 | 8:17 AM Lausanne station | 2h38 | 10:55 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | ||
| IR 15 2515 | 2515 | 8:40 AM Lausanne station | 2h21 | 11:01 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | ||
| IC 1 715 | 715 · IC 61 616 | 616 · RE 24 4721 | 4721 | 9:17 AM Lausanne station | 2h38 | 11:55 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Lucerne
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Trains from Lausanne to Lucerne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€39) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lausanne to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Lucerne from $49 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lausanne to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lausanne to Lucerne
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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AccessibilityWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
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