The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Airolo
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Airolo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Airolo will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lucerne for Airolo on Thu, Jun 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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.
10:18 AM1h43Lucerne12:01 PMAirolo$321One-way0 transfers
10:18 AM1h43Lucerne12:01 PMAirolo$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Lucerne to Airolo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Airolo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 39 miles (63 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $35 (€29) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-15.32 (€-12.40). The journey takes 1h 43m versus 1h 6m 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.
Live departures
Lucerne to Airolo train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Airolo trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:18 AM Lucerne | 1h43 | 12:01 PM Airolo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Airolo
Trains from Lucerne to Airolo run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (63 km) distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 39 miles (63 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 12:38 AM |
Last train 9:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Lucerne to Airolo trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Lucerne and Airolo from $32 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Südostbahn
FAQs: Trains from Lucerne to Airolo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Airolo 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 Airolo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne to Airolo
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Schiff
- Restaurant Opus
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel des Balances
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Hotel Waldstätterhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1700 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-14 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: connections to bus and trolleybus services
- Hall 3: ferry terminal for Lake Lucerne
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12
- Boat: Lake Lucerne ferries
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- Caseificio del Gottardo
- Ristorante San Gottardo
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Forni
- Chalet Stella Alpina
- 70 places, covered
- Free
- Bus: Local bus services available
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