- Must visit
Swiss Museum of Transport
Swiss Transport Museum with trains, planes, cars, simulators, and media exhibits. Lucerne’s top family-friendly museum.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lauterbrunnen to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lauterbrunnen to Lucerne will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
It's difficult to get from Lauterbrunnen to Lucerne without transferring at least once.
R 62 142 | 142+
PE LIX 2925 | 2925
R 62 146 | 146+
PE LIX 2927 | 2927
R 62 130 | 130+
PE LIX 2919 | 2919
R 62 138 | 138+
PE LIX 2923 | 2923
R 62 134 | 134+
PE LIX 2921 | 2921
R 62 130 | 130+
PE LIX 2919 | 2919
R 62 138 | 138+
PE LIX 2923 | 2923
R 62 142 | 142+
PE LIX 2925 | 2925
R 62 134 | 134+
PE LIX 2921 | 2921
R 62 146 | 146+
PE LIX 2927 | 2927Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lauterbrunnen to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lauterbrunnen to Lucerne:
A bus is $12 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lauterbrunnen to Lucerne costing on average $44 (€44).
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 13m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€44) compared to roughly $58 (€58) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13 (€13). The journey takes 2h 13m versus 1h 12m 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 Lauterbrunnen to Lucerne trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 62 178 | 178+ R 70 9089 | 9089 | 8:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 2h24 | 10:55 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
R 62 182 | 182 · IC 61 990 | 990 · IR 15 2539 | 2539 | 9:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 2h30 | 12:01 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
B 311 186 | 186 · IC 61 992 | 992 · IC 8 841 | 841 · RE 26 30347 | 30347 | 10:30 PM Lauterbrunnen | 2h46 | 1:16 AM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
B 311 190 | 190 · IC 61 956 | 956 · S 41 6406 | 6406 · S 2 15219 | 15219 | 11:30 PM Lauterbrunnen | 8h13 | 7:43 AM Lucerne station | 4 transfers | |
B 311 190 | 190 · IC 61 956 | 956 · IR 15 2505 | 2505 | 11:30 PM Lauterbrunnen | 7h31 | 7:01 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
PE LIX 2919 | 2919+ R 62 130 | 130 | 8:31 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 2h24 | 10:55 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
PE LIX 2921 | 2921+ R 62 134 | 134 | 9:31 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 2h24 | 11:55 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
PE LIX 2923 | 2923+ R 62 138 | 138 | 10:31 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 2h24 | 12:55 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
PE LIX 2925 | 2925+ R 62 142 | 142 | 11:31 AM Lauterbrunnen station | 2h24 | 1:55 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
PE LIX 2927 | 2927+ R 62 146 | 146 | 12:31 PM Lauterbrunnen station | 2h24 | 2:55 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lauterbrunnen to Lucerne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€36) but you can travel from only $21 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€36) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Lucerne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucerne trip today.
Swiss Transport Museum with trains, planes, cars, simulators, and media exhibits. Lucerne’s top family-friendly museum.
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Luzern Verkehrshaus -> Luzern Bahnhof, Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lauterbrunnen 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 Lauterbrunnen to Lucerne trains use the Lauterbrunnen to Luzern Bhf station pair, with some services arriving at Luzern, Verkehrshaus/Lido. Use this guide to compare Lauterbrunnen and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lauterbrunnen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Weidstübli, Hotel Oberland Restaurant
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lauterbrunnen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lauterbrunnen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lauterbrunnen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lauterbrunnen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lauterbrunnen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Silberhorn, Hotel Staubbach, Hotel Oberland.
Jungfraujoch is 7 km from Lauterbrunnen city centre. Public transport options include:
Jungfraujoch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Restaurant Crystal, Restaurant Aletsch
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Jungfraujoch. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Jungfraujoch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jungfraujoch: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Eiger Murren Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Silberhorn, Hotel Staubbach.
Lauterbrunnen, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Lauterbrunnen, Bahnhof.
Wi-Fi is available at Lauterbrunnen, Bahnhof. ATMs are available at Lauterbrunnen, Bahnhof.
Available at Lauterbrunnen, Bahnhof: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lauterbrunnen, Bahnhof.
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/Lido is 2 km from Lucerne city centre. Public transport options include:
Luzern, Verkehrshaus/Lido 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/Lido.
ATMs are available at Luzern, Verkehrshaus/Lido.
Available at Luzern, Verkehrshaus/Lido: Parking, WC.
Available at Luzern, Verkehrshaus/Lido: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Verkehrshaus/Lido.
Luzern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Bahnhof.
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