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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Prague

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$290

Average price

$306

Fastest journey

10 h 47 m

Average duration

11 h 29 m

Trains per day

Distance

562 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Lucerne to Prague will cost around $306 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $290.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Lucerne to Prague without transferring at least 3 times.

IR 2117 · EC 191 · RJX 69 · EC 336

10:35AM12h04

Lucerne station

10:39PMPrague hlavní nádraží

$2901One-way

3 transfers

IR 2117 · EC 191 · ICE 984 · RE 5291

10:35AM10h47

Lucerne station

09:22PMPrague hlavní nádraží

$3061One-way

4 transfers

IR 2113 · EC 99 · ICE 536 · RE 5289

08:35AM10h47

Lucerne station

07:22PMPrague hlavní nádraží

$3061One-way

4 transfers

IR 2312 · IC 962 · ICE 370 · ICE 2965

08:54AM12h18

Lucerne station

09:12PMPrague hlavní nádraží

$3221One-way

6 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Lucerne to Prague

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €25.

Distance: 349 miles (562 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€125 Average price	€63 Average price Cheapest	€126 Average price
12h 0m Average total duration 11h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	12h 30m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions	1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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

Live departures

Lucerne to Prague train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 13

Last updated at 11:20 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
IR 2113 · EC 99 · ICE 536 · RE 5289	On time 6:35 AM Lucerne station	10h47	5:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží	4 transfers
IR 2312 · IC 962 · ICE 370 · ICE 2965	6:54 AM Lucerne station	12h18	7:12 PM Prague hlavní nádraží	6 transfers
IR 2117 · EC 191 · ICE 984 · RE 5291	On time 8:35 AM Lucerne station	10h47	7:22 PM Prague hlavní nádraží	4 transfers
IR 2117 · EC 191 · RJX 69 · EC 336	On time 8:35 AM Lucerne station	12h04	8:39 PM Prague hlavní nádraží	3 transfers
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Lucerne to Prague?

The best time to book your train from Lucerne to Prague is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lucerne to Prague route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lucerne to Prague per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Lucerne to Prague.

Trains

from $73

Buses

from $55

Flights

from $255

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lucerne to Prague

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Trains from Lucerne to Prague run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€48) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.

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

Flight from $31 (€25)

Distance

349 miles (562 km)

Average train duration

11h 30m

Cheapest ticket price

$60 (€48)

Trains per day

Fastest train

10h 47m

First train

00:47

Last train

23:54

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $31 (€25)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Lucerne to Prague trains

For as little as $101 (€81) you can travel by train from Lucerne to Prague with Deutsche Bahn. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

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.

Train information from Lucerne to Prague with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 10 h 47 min
Cheapest Price: $101

FAQs: Trains from Lucerne to Prague

FAQs: Travel by train from Lucerne to Prague 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 Prague.

Cheap train tickets from Lucerne to Prague can start from as little as $58 (€47) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lucerne to Prague is $114 (€92); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Lucerne to Prague is 10 h 47 min to travel the 348 mile (562 km) long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The first train from Lucerne to Prague leaves at 6: 54AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Lucerne to Prague leaves at 8: 54PM.

Take the Lucerne to Prague train with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Prague 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 8: 54PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Lucerne to Prague is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lucerne and Prague including taking a bus, train or flight.