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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.
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 $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
On Sat, Oct 31, we found 14 trains from Venice Mestre to Lucerne, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 31 the direct trains cover the 348 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 12 m .
On Sat, Oct 31 the slowest trains will take 5 h 42 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.
FRECCIAROSSA 9748+
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Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
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Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620+
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Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+
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Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+
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FRECCIAROSSA 9729+
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FRECCIAROSSA 9708+
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Trains from Venice Mestre to Lucerne run on average 32 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€49) but you can travel from only $36 (€30) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 15:00. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (348 km) distance in 4h 47m.
Distance 216 miles (348 km) |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€49) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 4:23 AM |
Last train 3:00 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Venice Mestre to Lucerne.
The table below shows live departures for Venice Mestre to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ EuroCity 14 | 5:51 AM Venice Mestre | 5h51 | 11:42 AM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620+ EuroCity 178 | 6:23 AM Venice Mestre | 6h48 | 1:11 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ EuroCity 178 | 7:30 AM Venice Mestre | 5h41 | 1:11 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ EuroCity 150 | 8:00 AM Venice Mestre | 5h42 | 1:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ EuroCity 30 | 8:23 AM Venice Mestre | 6h19 | 2:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ EuroCity 16 | 9:00 AM Venice Mestre | 6h42 | 3:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 16 | 9:23 AM Venice Mestre | 6h19 | 3:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3488 · Regionale TRENORD 2630+ EuroCity 20 | 11:23 AM Venice Mestre | 6h19 | 5:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ EuroCity 20 | 12:00 PM Venice Mestre | 5h42 | 5:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 24 | 1:23 PM Venice Mestre | 6h19 | 7:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ EuroCity 22 | 1:30 PM Venice Mestre | 5h12 | 6:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ EuroCity 24 | 2:00 PM Venice Mestre | 5h42 | 7:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
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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.
Lucerne is pricier than most European cities, with high hotel rates, meals, and local transport, especially in peak tourist season.
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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Luzern Verkehrshaus -> Luzern Bahnhof, Lucerne
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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 Mestre to Luzern Verkehrshaus station pair, with some services arriving at Luzern Bhf. 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.
Luzern Verkehrshaus is 2 km from Lucerne city centre. Public transport options include:
Luzern Verkehrshaus has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
ATMs are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
Available at Luzern Verkehrshaus: Parking, WC.
Available at Luzern Verkehrshaus: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Verkehrshaus.
Luzern Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
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