The cheapest and fastest trains from Thun to Lucerne
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thun to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thun to Lucerne will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 5 trains that leave Thun for Lucerne on Thu, Dec 11, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.










Live departures
Thun to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Thun to Lucerne trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:31 PM Thun | 1h30 | 2:01 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 11 | |||||
![]() | 6:04 AM Thun | 1h51 | 7:55 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:26 AM Thun | 1h37 | 8:03 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:33 AM Thun | 1h28 | 8:01 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:04 AM Thun | 1h51 | 8:55 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Thun to Lucerne by train
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SBB as well as BLS AG and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Thun to Lucerne. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Thun to Lucerne.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of BLS AG and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Thun to Lucerne.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thun to Lucerne
Trains from Thun to Lucerne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: SBB, BLS AG, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Thun to Lucerne trainsSBB, BLS AG, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Thun and Lucerne from $34 (€28). 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 Thun to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thun 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 Thun to Lucerne
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Dampfschiff
- Restaurant Schlossberg
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Freienhof
- Hotel Krone Thun
- Hotel Emmental
- Located in the main hall
- 320 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Bern, Zurich, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
- 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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