The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Zurich Airport
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Zurich Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Zurich Airport will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 16 trains that leave Lucerne for Zurich Airport on Sat, Dec 20, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
IR 75 2109 | 2109
IR 70 2610 | 2610
IR 75 2107 | 2107
IR 2562 | 2562
IR 2562 | 2562 · IC 8 803 | 803
IR 70 2610 | 2610 · IC 5 507 | 507
IR 70 2614 | 2614 · IC 5 511 | 511
IR 70 2612 | 2612 · IC 5 509 | 509
IR 70 2616 | 2616 · IC 5 513 | 513
IR 75 2109 | 2109Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lucerne to Zurich Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Zurich Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
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€29 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lucerne to Zurich Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Zurich Airport trains for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 70 2644 | 2644 · IC 8 847 | 847 | 10:09 PM Lucerne station | 1h08 | 11:17 PM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
IR 70 2644 | 2644 | 10:09 PM Lucerne station | 1h20 | 11:29 PM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 75 2593 | 2593 · RE 48 4946 | 4946 · BN N10 | 37824 | 10:35 PM Lucerne station | 1h39 | 12:14 AM Zurich Airport | 2 transfers | |
IR 75 2593 | 2593 · BN N10 | 37921 | 10:35 PM Lucerne station | 2h09 | 12:44 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, December 20 | |||||
RE N7 2604 | 2604 · BN N10 | 38577 | 1:35 AM Lucerne station | 1h39 | 3:14 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
RE N7 2606 | 2606 · S 18013 | 18013 | 2:35 AM Lucerne station | 1h10 | 3:45 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
IR 2562 | 2562 | 3:52 AM Lucerne station | 1h29 | 5:21 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 2562 | 2562 · IC 8 803 | 803 | 3:52 AM Lucerne station | 1h22 | 5:14 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
IR 75 2107 | 2107 | 4:35 AM Lucerne station | 1h09 | 5:44 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 70 2610 | 2610 · IC 5 507 | 507 | 5:09 AM Lucerne station | 1h02 | 6:11 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
IR 70 2610 | 2610 | 5:09 AM Lucerne station | 1h12 | 6:21 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 75 2109 | 2109 | 5:35 AM Lucerne station | 1h09 | 6:44 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 70 2612 | 2612 | 6:09 AM Lucerne station | 1h12 | 7:21 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 70 2612 | 2612 · IC 5 509 | 509 | 6:09 AM Lucerne station | 1h02 | 7:11 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
IR 75 2111 | 2111 | 6:35 AM Lucerne station | 1h09 | 7:44 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 70 2614 | 2614 | 7:09 AM Lucerne station | 1h12 | 8:21 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 70 2614 | 2614 · IC 5 511 | 511 | 7:09 AM Lucerne station | 1h02 | 8:11 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
IR 75 2113 | 2113 | 7:35 AM Lucerne station | 1h09 | 8:44 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 70 2616 | 2616 · IC 5 513 | 513 | 8:09 AM Lucerne station | 1h02 | 9:11 AM Zurich Airport | 1 transfer | |
IR 70 2616 | 2616 | 8:09 AM Lucerne station | 1h12 | 9:21 AM Zurich Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Zurich Airport
Trains from Lucerne to Zurich Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€17) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 19:35. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€17) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 06:09 |
Last train 19:35 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lucerne to Zurich Airport trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lucerne and Zurich Airport from $21 (€17). 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 Zurich Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne to Zurich Airport
- 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
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