The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne station to Milan Centrale
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
11 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne station to Milan Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne station to Milan Centrale will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
It's difficult to get from Lucerne station to Milan Centrale without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lucerne station to Milan Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne station to Milan Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €20.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
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€137 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €222 Average price |
3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lucerne station to Milan Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne station to Milan Centrale trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:42 PM Lucerne station | 11h35 | 7:17 AM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Why should you book Lucerne to Milan Centrale trains with Omio?
SBB as well as Trenitalia and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Lucerne to Milan Centrale. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Lucerne to Milan Centrale.
Why book with Omio vs SBB?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Trenitalia and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Lucerne to Milan Centrale.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While SBB tickets can be bought on SBB's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Trenitalia and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Lucerne to Milan Centrale.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Lucerne to Milan Centrale.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne station to Milan Centrale
Trains from Lucerne station to Milan Centrale run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $170 (€137) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 19:42, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $170 (€137) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 11h 35m |
First train 19:42 |
Last train 19:42 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lucerne station to Milan Centrale trainsSBB, Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lucerne station and Milan Centrale from $17 (€14). 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 station to Milan Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne station to Milan Centrale 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 Milan Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne station to Milan Centrale
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
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