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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St Gallen to Lucerne
Cheapest price
$0
Average price
$-0
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Gallen to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 5 trains that leave St Gallen for Lucerne on Wed, Dec 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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 St Gallen to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Gallen to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €80.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€80 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
St Gallen to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for St Gallen to Lucerne trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:05 PM St. Gallen | 2h16 | 8:21 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
.png) | 6:07 PM St. Gallen | 2h18 | 8:25 PM Lucerne | 1 transfer | |
| 7:05 PM St. Gallen | 2h16 | 9:21 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:07 PM St. Gallen | 2h18 | 9:25 PM Lucerne | 1 transfer | |
| 8:05 PM St. Gallen | 2h16 | 10:21 PM Lucerne | 1 transfer | |
| 5:07 AM St. Gallen | 2h18 | 7:25 AM Lucerne | 1 transfer | |
| 7:05 AM St. Gallen | 2h16 | 9:21 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:07 AM St. Gallen | 2h18 | 9:25 AM Lucerne | 1 transfer | |
| 8:05 AM St. Gallen | 2h16 | 10:21 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:07 AM St. Gallen | 2h18 | 10:25 AM Lucerne | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Gallen to Lucerne
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Trains from St Gallen to Lucerne run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€80) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€80) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 20:05 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from St Gallen to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between St Gallen and Lucerne from $9 (€7). 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 St Gallen to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Gallen 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.
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