- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Cheapest price
$172
Average price
$218
Fastest journey
7 h 37 m
Average duration
7 h 41 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
662 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Rome will cost around $218 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $172.
It's difficult to get from Lucerne to Rome without transferring at least 2 times.
EuroCity 25+
Regionale TRENORD 2643+
InterCityNotte 763
EuroCity 15+
Intercity 597
EuroCity 25+
Regionale TRENORD 2643+
InterCityNotte 763
EuroCity 173+
Intercity 687+
InterCityNotte 799
EuroCity 15+
Intercity 597
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431
EuroCity 13+
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415
EuroCity 21+
FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433
EuroCity 301+
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419
EuroCity 15+
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9421Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $44.
Distance: 411 miles (662 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$153 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $165 Average price | $306 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 43m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Rome:
A bus is $68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Rome costing on average $153.
A bus is $80 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Rome costing on average $165.
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 24m.
Bus takes on average 11h 13m.
The journey is about 1h 24m faster (7h 24m by train vs 8h 48m by car) and roughly $153 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($153 vs $306). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Rome trains for today, Friday, August 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 25+ InterCityNotte 765 · InterCityNotte 770 | 6:00 PM Zug station | 12h40 | 6:40 AM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 25+ InterCityNotte 765 · InterCityNotte 770 | 6:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 12h22 | 6:40 AM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 27+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ InterCityNotte 797 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 11h02 | 6:02 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 27+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ InterCityNotte 797 | 7:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 10h44 | 6:02 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 22 | |||||
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 7:00 AM Zug station | 8h15 | 3:15 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 7:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 7h57 | 3:15 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 8:00 AM Zug station | 7h55 | 3:55 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 8:00 AM Zug station | 8h25 | 4:25 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 8:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 8h07 | 4:25 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 8:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 7h37 | 3:55 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 301+ FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 9:00 AM Zug station | 8h14 | 5:14 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 301+ FRECCIAROSSA 8809 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 9:00 AM Zug station | 8h00 | 5:00 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 301+ FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 9:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 7h56 | 5:14 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 301+ FRECCIAROSSA 8809 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 9:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 7h42 | 5:00 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15+ Intercity 597 | 10:00 AM Zug station | 11h07 | 9:07 PM Rome Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 8811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 10:00 AM Zug station | 8h05 | 6:05 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 10:00 AM Zug station | 8h20 | 6:20 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ Intercity 597 | 10:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 10h49 | 9:07 PM Rome Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 8811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 10:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 7h47 | 6:05 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 10:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 8h02 | 6:20 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594 | 11:00 AM Zug station | 11h20 | 10:20 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 153+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 11:00 AM Zug station | 8h19 | 7:19 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594 | 11:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 11h02 | 10:20 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 153+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 11:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 8h01 | 7:19 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 12:00 PM Zug station | 8h14 | 8:14 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9809 · FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 12:00 PM Zug station | 8h05 | 8:05 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9809 · FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 12:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 7h47 | 8:05 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 12:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 7h56 | 8:14 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 1:00 PM Zug station | 8h19 | 9:19 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 1:00 PM Zug station | 7h55 | 8:55 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 1:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 7h37 | 8:55 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 1:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 8h01 | 9:19 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 8h30 | 10:30 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 8h00 | 10:00 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 2:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 7h42 | 10:00 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 2:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 8h12 | 10:30 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 37+ FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 3:00 PM Zug station | 8h40 | 11:40 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 37+ FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 3:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 8h22 | 11:40 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 123+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 8h24 | 12:24 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 123+ Intercity 689+ InterCityNotte 799 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 13h43 | 5:43 AM Rome Ostiense | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 123+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 4:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 8h06 | 12:24 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 173+ Intercity 687+ InterCityNotte 799 | 4:49 PM Arth-Goldau | 12h54 | 5:43 AM Rome Ostiense | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Lucerne to Rome run on average 25 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 but you can travel from only $44 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 411 miles (662 km) distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 411 miles (662 km) |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 6h 25m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Outstanding ancient sculpture and mosaic museum housed in the Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo.
Celebrated villa museum with Bernini sculptures, Caravaggio paintings, and refined garden setting.
Elegant Baroque square with Bernini's fountains, lively atmosphere, and superb people-watching.
Historic square and gathering place at the Spanish Steps, ideal for classic city views and strolls.
Charming cobbled neighborhood filled with ivy-clad lanes, churches, nightlife, and local character.
Classic Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. A city icon known for rich flavor without cream.
Roman pasta with guanciale, tomato, and Pecorino Romano. A traditional Lazio staple tied to shepherd cooking and bold savory flavor.
Pasta with guanciale, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. Considered one of Rome's oldest pasta dishes and prized for its simplicity.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Niko Romito at Bulgari Hotel Roma, offering refined Italian tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Historic trattoria in Testaccio known for classic Roman pasta and quinto quarto dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Popular casual spot famed for Roman-style pizzas and fried starters. Bustling atmosphere and a long-standing local reputation.
Moderate for Europe: stays in central Rome are pricey, but transit is cheap and meals range from affordable pizza to costly tourist-area dining.
Service may be included via coperto or servizio. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants if service is good; round up in taxis; small change is fine at cafés.
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Roma Termini -> Piazza Di Spagna, Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lucerne to Rome trains use the Arth-Goldau to Roma Termini station pair, with some services arriving at Roma Ostiense. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Rome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
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