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Swiss Museum of Transport
Swiss Transport Museum with trains, planes, cars, simulators, and media exhibits. Lucerne’s top family-friendly museum.
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
6 h 4 m
Average duration
6 h 7 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Mestre to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Mestre to Lucerne will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from Venice Mestre to Lucerne without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale Veloce 3502 · Regionale TRENORD 2640+
EuroCity 28
Regionale Veloce 3420 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+
EuroCity 30
Regionale Veloce 3502 · Regionale TRENORD 2640+
EuroCity 28
Regionale Veloce 3420 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+
EuroCity 30
Regionale Veloce 3967+
EuroCity 152
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 9624+
EuroCity 152
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 · FRECCIAROSSA 9574+
EuroCity 14
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9610+
EuroCity 150
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 · FRECCIAROSSA 9532+
EuroCity 22
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+
EuroCity 306Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Mestre to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $101.
Distance: 216 miles (348 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price | $190 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice Mestre to Lucerne:
A bus is $47 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Mestre to Lucerne costing on average $97 (€79).
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice Mestre to Lucerne costing on average $101 (€83).
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 35m.
Bus takes on average 7h 32m.
Tickets start at around $97 (€79) compared to roughly $190 (€155) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $93 (€76). The journey takes 5h 35m versus 4h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Trenitalia.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Venice Mestre to Lucerne trains for today, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 PM Venice Mestre | 5h42 | 5:42 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Venice Mestre | 5h42 | 8:42 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:23 PM Venice Mestre | 6h18 | 9:41 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Venice Mestre | 5h42 | 9:42 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 2 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 · FRECCIAROSSA 9574+ EuroCity 14 | 5:38 AM Venice Mestre | 6h22 | 12:00 PM Zug station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 · FRECCIAROSSA 9574+ EuroCity 14 | 5:38 AM Venice Mestre | 6h04 | 11:42 AM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17162 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 6:17 AM Venice Mestre | 7h43 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17162 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 6:17 AM Venice Mestre | 7h25 | 1:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 · FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ EuroCity 178 | 6:38 AM Venice Mestre | 6h33 | 1:11 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ EuroCity 30 | 7:04 AM Venice Mestre | 7h56 | 3:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ EuroCity 30 | 7:04 AM Venice Mestre | 7h38 | 2:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9610+ EuroCity 150 | 7:38 AM Venice Mestre | 6h04 | 1:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9610+ EuroCity 150 | 7:38 AM Venice Mestre | 6h22 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3420 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ EuroCity 30 | 8:23 AM Venice Mestre | 6h37 | 3:00 PM Zug station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3420 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ EuroCity 30 | 8:23 AM Venice Mestre | 6h19 | 2:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3967+ EuroCity 152 | 8:53 AM Venice Mestre | 8h07 | 5:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3967+ EuroCity 152 | 8:53 AM Venice Mestre | 7h49 | 4:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Venice Mestre to Lucerne run on average 23 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 16:00. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (348 km) distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 216 miles (348 km) |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 4:23 AM |
Last train 4:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Lucerne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucerne trip today.
Swiss Transport Museum with trains, planes, cars, simulators, and media exhibits. Lucerne’s top family-friendly museum.
Collection of Pablo Picasso works in a historic building once linked to the artist’s celebrated 1930s Lucerne exhibition.
Jean Nouvel-designed art museum showing modern and contemporary works in a superb lakeside cultural complex.
Preserved old town square lined with frescoed historic buildings, fountains, and guild houses. A classic Lucerne photo stop.
Car-free riverside promenade beside the Reuss with shops and facades. Ideal for strolling between major old town sights.
Elegant lakefront promenade with mountain views, grand hotels, and access to the KKL and boat piers.
Crisp potato rösti from Central Switzerland, often served plain or topped. It is a beloved Swiss staple found in Lucerne homes and taverns.
Rich melted cheese with bread, potatoes, or pickles. A classic Swiss communal meal that reflects alpine dairy traditions popular around Lucerne.
Melted raclette cheese scraped over potatoes and pickles. It is a hearty mountain dish widely enjoyed across Switzerland, including Lucerne.
Elegant fine dining focused on creative French-Swiss cuisine with lake views and a long-standing reputation for special occasions.
Historic riverside restaurant known for Lucerne classics like Chügelipastete in a traditional setting near the old town.
Refined lakeside dining with seasonal Swiss cuisine and polished service in the grand Hotel Schweizerhof.
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Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Mestre 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.

Most Venice Mestre to Lucerne trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Arth-Goldau station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice Mestre and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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