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Tyrolean Folk Art Museum
A well-regarded museum showcasing Tyrolean traditional crafts, costumes, woodwork, and rural interiors. It is one of the best places to understand regional culture and pairs well with the nearby Hofk
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
4 h 36 m
Average duration
4 h 36 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Innsbruck will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from Lucerne to Innsbruck without transferring at least once.
IR 2618+
ICE 275+
IR 2218 · RJX 869
IR 2131 · RJX 369
IR 2575 · RJX 167
IR 2123 · RJX 169
IR 2115 · RJX 165
IR 2575 · RJX 167
IR 2123 · RJX 169
IR 2115 · RJX 165
IR 2127 · RJX 367
IR 2111+
EC 163Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $186.
Distance: 146 miles (235 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $78 Average price Cheapest | $186 Average price | $149 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lucerne to Innsbruck:
A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Innsbruck costing on average $82 (€67).
A bus is $108 (€88) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Innsbruck costing on average $186 (€152).
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 34m.
Flight takes on average 6h 40m.
Tickets start at around $82 (€67) compared to roughly $149 (€121) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $66 (€54). The journey takes 5h 17m versus 3h 46m 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 Lucerne to Innsbruck trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 2610 · IR 2210 · RJX 865+ IC 1057 | 6:09 AM Lucerne station | 5h02 | 11:11 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IR 2111+ EC 163 | 7:35 AM Lucerne station | 4h36 | 12:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 2115 · RJX 165 | 9:35 AM Lucerne station | 4h36 | 2:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 2618 · IR 2218 · RJX 869+ ICE 275 | 10:09 AM Lucerne station | 5h02 | 3:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IR 2575 · RJX 167 | 11:35 AM Lucerne station | 4h36 | 4:11 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Lucerne to Innsbruck run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (235 km) distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 146 miles (235 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Prices are high by Austrian standards, especially for hotels and ski season, but casual meals and public transport stay manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis; in restaurants, 5-10% is customary for good service, given directly when paying.
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