Munich to Lucerne train
Cheap train tickets from Munich to Lucerne
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest train times from Munich to Lucerne
Fastest Journey
4 h 30 m
Average
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
273 km
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Overview: Train from Munich to Lucerne
 | Distance | 169 miles (273 km) |
 | Average train duration | 6 h 19 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $44 (€38) |
 | Train frequency | 10 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train companies | Deutsche Bahn with connection, ÖBB or Deutsche Bahn |
Trains from Munich to Lucerne cover the 169 miles (273 km) long trip taking on average 6 h 19 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn with connection, ÖBB or Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 10 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $25 (€22), but the average price of train tickets is $44 (€38). Travelers depart most frequently from München Hbf and arrive in Luzern Bhf.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB from Munich to Lucerne trains
Travel between Munich and Lucerne from $25 (€22) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Munich to Lucerne train.
Deutsche Bahn from Munich to Lucerne train information:
- Average Duration: 6 h 26 min
- Deutsche Bahn frequency: 4 a day
Train tickets from Munich to Lucerne: when to book to save $
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
- Buying your train ticket from Munich - Lucerne 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 36% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
- If you book a ticket Munich - Lucerne with 2 months in advance you save up to about 19% compared to the initial price.
- By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 46%.
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Travel Tips: Trains from Munich to Lucerne
Travel between Munich, Germany and Lucerne, Switzerland by train is: Unrestricted.
Can I enter Switzerland from Germany?
International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Munich?
Conditions of entry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Lucerne, Switzerland?
All travelers in Switzerland must observe these coronavirus safety measures:
- Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
- Face mask: Regional advice
The information above was last checked on 3/22/23. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Lucerne from Munich as this information can change.
Return travel from Switzerland to Germany is: Unrestricted.
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Munich from Lucerne?
Entry into Germany is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Lucerne?
Requirements for reentering:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Munich, Germany?
The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
- Face mask requirement: Mandatory
Last checked on 3/22/23. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations closer to the travel date of your train to Munich from Lucerne.
Some of the Munich train stations to Lucerne you can start your journey from include München Hbf, München Hackerbrücke and München Marienplatz. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Lucerne include Luzern Bhf, Luzern, Verkehrshaus/Lido and Luzern Allmend/Messe.
When traveling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from München Hbf and arriving in Luzern Bhf.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this journey, München Hbf, located approximately 2.3 miles (3.7 km) from the city center of Munich. The most popular arrival train station in Lucerne, called Luzern Bhf, is located around 0.3 miles (478 m) away from its city center.
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S-Bahn lines: S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S7, S8
Tram lines: 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21
Bus lines: 68, X98
Train lines: ICE, RJ, NJ, IC, EC, RE, RB
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