The cheapest and fastest trains from Schwyz to Lucerne
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
27 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Schwyz to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schwyz to Lucerne will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 3 trains that leave Schwyz for Lucerne on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 27 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 58 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Schwyz to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schwyz 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 bus which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 16 miles (27 km)
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Schwyz to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Schwyz to Lucerne trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:59 PM Schwyz | 0h42 | 3:41 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 3:36 AM Schwyz | 0h45 | 4:21 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Schwyz | 0h43 | 7:53 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:23 AM Schwyz | 0h58 | 8:21 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Schwyz to Lucerne
Distance 16 miles (27 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:48 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Schwyz to Lucerne start from as low as $11 (€9) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $14 (€11) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Schwyz to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Schwyz 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)
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FAQs: Trains from Schwyz to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schwyz 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 Schwyz to Lucerne
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Mythen
- Restaurant Wysses Rössli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Wysses Rössli Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Hirschen
- Located in the main hall
- 55 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: S-Bahn services
- 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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