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Compare train and bus for Root to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Root to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 6 miles (10 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Root to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Root to Lucerne trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:52 AM Root | 0h15 | 7:07 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Root to Lucerne by train or bus
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Why should you book Root to Lucerne trains with Omio?
SBB as well as Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Root to Lucerne. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Root to Lucerne.
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 Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Root to Lucerne.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SBB with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Root to Lucerne.
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 Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Root to Lucerne.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Root to Lucerne.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Root to Lucerne
Trains from Root to Lucerne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (10 km) distance in 15m.
Distance 6 miles (10 km) |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Root to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Root and Lucerne from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Root to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Root to Lucerne 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 Lucerne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Root to Lucerne
- 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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