The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Thun
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Thun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Thun will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lucerne for Thun on Wed, Feb 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.






Live departures
Lucerne to Thun train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Thun trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 PM Lucerne | 1h26 | 8:26 PM Thun | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Lucerne | 1h26 | 7:26 AM Thun | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:16 AM Lucerne | 2h03 | 8:19 AM Thun | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:16 AM Lucerne | 2h03 | 1:19 PM Thun | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Thun
Trains from Lucerne to Thun run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€22) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€22) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:33 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Lucerne to Thun trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Lucerne and Thun from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lucerne to Thun
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Thun 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 Thun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne to Thun
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Dampfschiff
- Restaurant Schlossberg
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Freienhof
- Hotel Krone Thun
- Hotel Emmental
- Located in the main hall
- 320 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Bern, Zurich, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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