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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne station to Zurich HB
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$19
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$30
Fastest journey on Sep 18
42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
42 m
Trains on Sep 18
43
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne station to Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 43 trains from Lucerne station to Zurich HB, including 40 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 42 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 2593 | 259311:35 PM0h50Lucerne station12:25 AMZurich HB$191One-way0 transfers- IR 2562 | 25624:52 AM1h04Lucerne station5:56 AMZurich HB$221One-way0 transfers
- IR 70 2644 | 264411:09 PM0h42Lucerne station11:51 PMZurich HB$221One-way0 transfers
- IR 75 2107 | 21075:35 AM0h50Lucerne station6:25 AMZurich HB$221One-way0 transfers
- IR 75 2587 | 25878:35 PM0h50Lucerne station9:25 PMZurich HB$241One-way0 transfers
- IR 70 2616 | 26169:09 AM0h42Lucerne station9:51 AMZurich HB$261One-way0 transfers
- IR 70 2614 | 26148:09 AM0h42Lucerne station8:51 AMZurich HB$321One-way0 transfers
- IR 70 2618 | 261810:09 AM0h42Lucerne station10:51 AMZurich HB$321One-way0 transfers
- IR 70 2622 | 262212:09 PM0h42Lucerne station12:51 PMZurich HB$371One-way0 transfers
- IR 70 2626 | 26262:09 PM0h42Lucerne station2:51 PMZurich HB$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lucerne station to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne station to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, while a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 24 miles (40 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lucerne station to Zurich HB:
A bus is $0.71 (€0.58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne station to Zurich HB costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Zurich HB take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 9m.
The journey is about 3m faster (48m by train vs 51m by car) and roughly $36 (€30) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($29 (€24) vs $65 (€53)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SBB.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Lucerne station to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne station to Zurich HB trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 75 2115 | 2115 | 9:35 AM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 10:25 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2618 | 2618 | 10:09 AM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 10:51 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2117 | 2117 | 10:35 AM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 11:25 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2620 | 2620 | 11:09 AM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 11:51 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2575 | 2575 | 11:35 AM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 12:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2622 | 2622 | 12:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 12:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2121 | 2121 | 12:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 1:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2624 | 2624 | 1:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 1:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2123 | 2123 | 1:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 2:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2626 | 2626 | 2:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 2:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2125 | 2125 | 2:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 3:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2628 | 2628 | 3:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 3:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2127 | 2127 | 3:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 4:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2630 | 2630 | 4:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 4:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2581 | 2581 | 4:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 5:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2632 | 2632 | 5:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 5:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2131 | 2131 | 5:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 6:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2634 | 2634 | 6:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 6:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2133 | 2133 | 6:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 7:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2636 | 2636 | 7:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 7:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2135 | 2135 | 7:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 8:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2638 | 2638 | 8:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 8:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2587 | 2587 | 8:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 9:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2640 | 2640 | 9:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 9:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2589 | 2589 | 9:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 10:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2642 | 2642 | 10:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 10:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2591 | 2591 | 10:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 11:25 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2644 | 2644 | 11:09 PM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 11:51 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2593 | 2593 | 11:35 PM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 12:25 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 21 696 | 696 · IC 8 841 | 841 | 11:54 PM Lucerne station | 1h12 | 1:06 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S 1 21188 | 21188 · RE 2560 | 2560 | 12:51 AM Lucerne station | 4h04 | 4:55 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 2562 | 2562 | 4:52 AM Lucerne station | 1h04 | 5:56 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 26 2304 | 2304 · RE 12 4757 | 4757 · RE 37 4807 | 4807 | 4:54 AM Lucerne station | 1h28 | 6:22 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| IR 75 2107 | 2107 | 5:35 AM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 6:25 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2610 | 2610 | 6:09 AM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 6:51 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 2566 | 2566 | 6:20 AM Lucerne station | 1h00 | 7:20 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2565 | 2565 | 6:35 AM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 7:25 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2612 | 2612 | 7:09 AM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 7:51 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 2568 | 2568 | 7:20 AM Lucerne station | 1h00 | 8:20 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2111 | 2111 | 7:35 AM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 8:25 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2614 | 2614 | 8:09 AM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 8:51 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2571 | 2571 | 8:35 AM Lucerne station | 0h50 | 9:25 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 70 2616 | 2616 | 9:09 AM Lucerne station | 0h42 | 9:51 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne station to Zurich HB
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Trains from Lucerne station to Zurich HB run on average 8 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:52, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 24 miles (40 km) distance in 42m.
Distance 24 miles (40 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 2:52 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SBB from Lucerne station to Zurich HB trainsSBB trains will get you between Lucerne station and Zurich HB from $19 (€16). 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 Zurich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne station to Zurich HB 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 HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne station to Zurich HB
Most Lucerne station to Zurich HB trains use the Luzern Bhf to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare Lucerne station and Zurich HB train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Luzern Bhf from Lucerne city centre
Luzern Bhf train station facilities and services
Luzern Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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