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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Locarno to Lucerne
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Locarno to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Locarno to Lucerne will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 4 trains that leave Locarno for Lucerne on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Locarno to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Locarno to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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€48 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Locarno to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Locarno to Lucerne trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 20 25632 | 25632 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 | 7:45 AM Locarno station | 1h56 | 9:41 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| S 20 25634 | 25634 · EC 12 | 12 · IR VAE 2014 | 2014 | 8:15 AM Locarno station | 2h06 | 10:21 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 26 2320 | 2320 | 8:33 AM Locarno station | 3h08 | 11:41 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 20 25636 | 25636 · IC 21 672 | 672 | 8:45 AM Locarno station | 1h56 | 10:41 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
| S 20 25638 | 25638 · EC 14 | 14 · IR VAE 2016 | 2016 | 9:15 AM Locarno station | 2h06 | 11:21 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| S 20 25640 | 25640 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IR 26 2320 | 2320 | 9:45 AM Locarno station | 1h56 | 11:41 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| S 20 25642 | 25642 · IC 2 1474 | 1474 · IR VAE 2018 | 2018 | 10:15 AM Locarno station | 2h06 | 12:21 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 26 2324 | 2324 | 10:33 AM Locarno station | 3h08 | 1:41 PM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 20 25644 | 25644 · EC 178 | 178 | 10:45 AM Locarno station | 1h56 | 12:41 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
| S 20 25646 | 25646 · EC 150 | 150 · IR VAE 2020 | 2020 | 11:15 AM Locarno station | 2h06 | 1:21 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| S 20 25648 | 25648 · IC 2 878 | 878 · IR 26 2324 | 2324 | 11:45 AM Locarno station | 1h56 | 1:41 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| S 20 25650 | 25650 · EC 30 | 30 · IR VAE 2022 | 2022 | 12:15 PM Locarno station | 2h06 | 2:21 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 26 2328 | 2328 | 12:33 PM Locarno station | 3h08 | 3:41 PM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 20 25652 | 25652 · IC 21 680 | 680 | 12:45 PM Locarno station | 1h56 | 2:41 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
| S 20 25654 | 25654 · EC 16 | 16 · IR VAE 2024 | 2024 | 1:15 PM Locarno station | 2h06 | 3:21 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| S 20 25656 | 25656 · IC 2 882 | 882 · IR 26 2328 | 2328 | 1:45 PM Locarno station | 1h56 | 3:41 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| S 20 25658 | 25658 · IC 2 1482 | 1482 · IR VAE 2026 | 2026 | 2:15 PM Locarno station | 2h06 | 4:21 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 26 2332 | 2332 | 2:33 PM Locarno station | 3h08 | 5:41 PM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 20 25660 | 25660 · IC 21 684 | 684 | 2:45 PM Locarno station | 1h56 | 4:41 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
| S 20 25662 | 25662 · EC 20 | 20 · IR VAE 2028 | 2028 | 3:15 PM Locarno station | 2h06 | 5:21 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| S 20 25664 | 25664 · IC 2 886 | 886 · IR 26 2332 | 2332 | 3:45 PM Locarno station | 1h56 | 5:41 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| S 20 25666 | 25666 · EC 22 | 22 · IR VAE 2030 | 2030 | 4:15 PM Locarno station | 2h06 | 6:21 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 26 2336 | 2336 | 4:33 PM Locarno station | 3h08 | 7:41 PM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 20 25668 | 25668 · IC 21 688 | 688 | 4:45 PM Locarno station | 1h56 | 6:41 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| 6:15 AM Locarno | 2h06 | 8:21 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:45 AM Locarno | 1h56 | 8:41 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Locarno to Lucerne
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Trains from Locarno to Lucerne run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 00:39 |
Last train 23:18 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Locarno to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Locarno and Lucerne from $20 (€16). 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 Locarno to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Locarno 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 Locarno to Lucerne
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via della Stazione.
- Ristorante Sensi
- Osteria Chiara
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Ibis Locarno
- Hotel Belvedere Locarno
- Hotel Garni Muralto
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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LoungeLost 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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