Lucerne to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Hamburg

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$130

Average price

$153

Fastest journey

8 h 36 m

Average duration

8 h 49 m

Trains per day

Distance

736 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lucerne to Hamburg will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $130.

Fast trains

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

IC 668 · IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 576

09:54AM8h42

Lucerne station

06:36PMHamburg Hbf

$1301One-way

3 transfers

IC 668 · IC 964 · ICE 108

09:54AM9h20

Lucerne station

07:14PMHamburg Hbf

$1301One-way

2 transfers

IR 2312 · IC 962 · ICE 370 · ICE 1578

08:54AM8h38

Lucerne station

05:32PMHamburg Hbf

$1761One-way

3 transfers

IC 668 · IC 964 · ICE 108 · ICE 1218

09:54AM8h36

Lucerne station

06:30PMHamburg Hbf

$1761One-way

4 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Lucerne to Hamburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €74.

Distance: 456 miles (735 km)

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Most popular Train	Flight	Bus
€100 Average price	€172 Average price	€63 Average price Cheapest
9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	15h 55m Average total duration 15h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest	2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions	0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Lucerne to Hamburg train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, July 11

Last updated at 12:39 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
IR 2312 · ICE 370 · ICE 1578	On time 6:54 AM Lucerne station	8h38	3:32 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
IC 668 · ICE 74	On time 7:54 AM Lucerne station	7h41	3:35 PM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer
IR 2316 · ICE 278 · ICE 1576	On time 8:54 AM Lucerne station	8h35	5:29 PM Hamburg Hbf	2 transfers
IC 672 · ICE 72	On time 9:54 AM Lucerne station	7h42	5:36 PM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer
EC 178 · ICE 70	On time 11:54 AM Lucerne station	7h45	7:39 PM Hamburg Hbf	1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lucerne to Hamburg

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Trains from Lucerne to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $25 (€20)

Distance

456 miles (735 km)

Average train duration

8h 38m

Cheapest ticket price

$35 (€28)

Trains per day

Fastest train

7h 41m

First train

00:10

Last train

23:54

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $25 (€20)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Lucerne to Hamburg trains

Travel between Lucerne and Hamburg from $37 (€30) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Lucerne to Hamburg train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 7 h 42 min
Cheapest Price: $37

FAQs: Trains from Lucerne to Hamburg

FAQs: Travel by train from Lucerne to Hamburg 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 Lucerne to Hamburg.

Cheap train tickets from Lucerne to Hamburg can start from as little as $36 (€29) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lucerne to Hamburg is $133 (€106); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Lucerne to Hamburg train travel time is 8 h 36 min for the 456 mile (735 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Lucerne to Hamburg leaves at 12: 29 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Lucerne to Hamburg leaves at 11: 54 PM.

There are 9 trains a day from Lucerne to Hamburg which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Lucerne to Hamburg train with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Hamburg from Lucerne as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 54 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Lucerne to Hamburg is November.

You have options as you can travel to Hamburg from Lucerne 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.