Lugano to Lucerne train

Wed, Nov 06
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Cheap train tickets from Lugano to Lucerne

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
SBB
EC 316 | 316
10:30AM1h51
Lugano, Stazione
12:21PMLucerne station
$651One-way
1 transfer
SBB
EC 312 | 312
08:30AM1h51
Lugano, Stazione
10:21AMLucerne station
$931One-way
1 transfer
SBB
IC 21 668 | 668
08:02AM1h39
Lugano, Stazione
09:41AMLucerne station
$931One-way
0 transfers
SBB
IC 2 870 | 870
09:02AM1h39
Lugano, Stazione
10:41AMLucerne station
$931One-way
1 transfer
SBB
EC 314 | 314
09:30AM1h51
Lugano, Stazione
11:21AMLucerne station
$931One-way
1 transfer

Lugano to Lucerne train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 6
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
SBB
IC 21 668 | 668
08:02AM Lugano, Stazione1h39 09:41AM Lucerne station0 transfersDirect
SBB
EC 312 | 312
08:30AM Lugano, Stazione1h51 10:21AM Lucerne station1 transfer
SBB
IC 2 870 | 870
09:02AM Lugano, Stazione1h39 10:41AM Lucerne station1 transfer
SBB
EC 314 | 314
09:30AM Lugano, Stazione1h51 11:21AM Lucerne station1 transfer
SBB
IC 21 672 | 672
10:02AM Lugano, Stazione1h39 11:41AM Lucerne station0 transfersDirect
SBB
EC 316 | 316
10:30AM Lugano, Stazione1h51 12:21PM Lucerne station1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Lugano to Lucerne?

The best time to book your train from Lugano to Lucerne is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lugano to Lucerne route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lugano to Lucerne 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 Lugano to Lucerne.

Fastest train times from Lugano to Lucerne

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Fastest Journey

2 h 39 m

Average

1 h 45 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

126 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Lugano for Lucerne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
SBB
IC 21 668 | 668
08:02AM1h39
Lugano, Stazione
09:41AMLucerne station
$931One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
SBB
IC 2 870 | 870
09:02AM1h39
Lugano, Stazione
10:41AMLucerne station
$931One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
SBB
IC 21 672 | 672
10:02AM1h39
Lugano, Stazione
11:41AMLucerne station
$931One-way
0 transfers
SBB
EC 312 | 312
08:30AM1h51
Lugano, Stazione
10:21AMLucerne station
$931One-way
1 transfer
SBB
EC 316 | 316
10:30AM1h51
Lugano, Stazione
12:21PMLucerne station
$651One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Lugano to Lucerne

distanceDistance78 miles (126 km)
durationAverage train duration1 h 39 min
priceAverage train ticket price$62 (€54)
frequencyTrain frequency11 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 2 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersSBB

Trains from Lugano to Lucerne cover the 78 miles (126 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 39 min with our travel partners like SBB. Normally, there are 11 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $41 (€35), but the average price of train tickets is $62 (€54). Travelers depart most frequently from Lugano and arrive in Lucerne.

Train providers: SBB and Rhatische Bahn from Lugano to Lucerne trains

Travel between Lugano and Lucerne from $30 (€26) with Omio’s train partners SBB and Rhatische Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.

SBB is Switzerland's main train company and for your next train trip between Lugano and Lucerne, SBB offers these ticket types: Round-trip Standard Ticket or First Class.

SBB from Lugano to Lucerne train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 39 min
  • Cheapest Price: $30

FAQs: Trains from Lugano to Lucerne

FAQs: Travel by train from Lugano to Lucerne 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 Lugano to Lucerne.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Lugano to Lucerne can start from as little as $41 (€35) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lugano to Lucerne is $62 (€54); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Lugano to Lucerne train travel time is 1 h 39 min   for the 78 mile (126 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Lugano to Lucerne leaves at 12: 35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Lugano to Lucerne leaves at 11: 18 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day from Lugano to Lucerne with SBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Lugano to Lucerne, you can count on SBB for the best way to get you to Lucerne. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Lucerne from Lugano and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 18 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Lugano, which is located around 0.2 miles (356 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lucerne, located 0.3 miles (525 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Lucerne from Lugano is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 39 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Lugano to Lucerne is November.
Yes, you can take a train from Lugano to Lucerne.

Popular train stations from Lugano to Lucerne

Lugano
Lucerne
The major train station for departures in Lugano is Lugano. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lugano for your trip from Lugano to Lucerne.
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The major train station for arrivals in Lucerne is Luzern Bhf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luzern Bhf for your journey to Lucerne from Lugano.
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