- Must visit
Doge's Palace
Gothic seat of Venetian power with grand chambers, prisons, and major artworks. One of the city's essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
6 h 32 m
Average duration
6 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Venice will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
It's difficult to get from Lucerne to Venice without transferring at least 2 times.
EuroCity 151+
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551
EuroCity 33+
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505
EuroCity 151+
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551
EuroCity 33+
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505
EuroCity 151+
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551
EuroCity 33+
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505
EuroCity 151+
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551
EuroCity 33+
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 221 miles (357 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$123 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $292 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg 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 Venice:
A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Venice costing on average $123 (€100).
A bus is $223 (€180) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Venice costing on average $292 (€236).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 29m.
Bus takes on average 7h 20m.
Tickets start at around $123 (€100) compared to roughly $109 (€88) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.61 (€-11.81). The journey takes 6h 29m versus 5h 31m 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 Venice trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 · FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 7:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 6h16 | 1:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 9731 | 10:00 AM Zug station | 6h12 | 4:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 10:00 AM Zug station | 6h50 | 4:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 9731 | 10:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 5h54 | 4:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 10:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 6h32 | 4:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 33+ Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505 | 11:00 AM Zug station | 6h50 | 5:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 33+ Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505 | 11:18 AM Arth-Goldau | 6h32 | 5:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 12:00 PM Zug station | 5h30 | 5:30 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 12:00 PM Zug station | 6h50 | 6:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 12:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 5h12 | 5:30 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 12:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 6h32 | 6:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 1:00 PM Zug station | 6h12 | 7:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 151+ Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551 | 1:00 PM Zug station | 6h50 | 7:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 1:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 5h54 | 7:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 151+ Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551 | 1:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 6h32 | 7:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 6h50 | 8:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 2:18 PM Arth-Goldau | 6h32 | 8:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 23+ Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 3521 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 7h50 | 11:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 173+ FRECCIAROSSA 9763 | 4:49 PM Arth-Goldau | 6h28 | 11:17 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 173+ Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3521 | 4:49 PM Arth-Goldau | 7h01 | 11:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Lucerne to Venice run on average 27 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (357 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 221 miles (357 km) |
Average train duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 8:20 PM |
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Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.
Gothic seat of Venetian power with grand chambers, prisons, and major artworks. One of the city's essential cultural visits.
Venice's premier museum for Venetian painting, with masterpieces by Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Leading modern art museum in Peggy Guggenheim's former home, known for masterpieces of Cubism, Surrealism, and Abstract art.
Venice's monumental main square, surrounded by major landmarks and one of the city's defining must-see spaces.
Venice's main waterway lined with palaces, best appreciated from bridges, vaporetto rides, and waterfront walks.
Colorful lagoon island famous for vividly painted houses and photogenic streets, especially popular with social media visitors.
Sweet-and-sour sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins; a classic Venetian lagoon dish with medieval trading influences.
Salt cod whipped with olive oil into a creamy spread, traditionally served on bread or grilled polenta; one of Venice’s best-known cicchetti.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, giving it a rich sea taste and dramatic black color.
Small, celebrated seafood osteria near Saint Mark’s, prized for market-fresh fish, refined cooking, and intimate service.
Respected traditional seafood restaurant in a hidden central lane, known for classic Venetian dishes and an old-school atmosphere.
Well-known Burano restaurant worth the trip for lagoon seafood, risotto, and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Venice is pricey due to tourism and island logistics. Hotels and dining cost more than in many Italian cities.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés and taxis is appreciated.
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