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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
$78
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
357 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Santa Lucia 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 Santa Lucia to Lucerne will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
It's difficult to get from Venice Santa Lucia to Lucerne without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale 88791 · Regionale TRENORD 2638+
EuroCity 26
Regionale 88785 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+
EuroCity 36
Regionale 88781 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 24
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+
EuroCity 26
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+
EuroCity 28
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 · FRECCIAROSSA 9632+
EuroCity 22
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 · FRECCIAROSSA 9540+
EuroCity 36
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 8810+
EuroCity 16
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 · FRECCIAROSSA 9544+
EuroCity 26
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 · FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
EuroCity 24Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Santa Lucia to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $130.
Distance: 221 miles (357 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$93 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $433 Average price | $192 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 22m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice Santa Lucia to Lucerne:
A bus is $44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Santa Lucia to Lucerne costing on average $93.
A bus is $384 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice Santa Lucia to Lucerne costing on average $433.
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 52m.
Bus takes on average 7h 38m.
Tickets start at around $93 compared to roughly $192 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $99. The journey takes 5h 52m versus 5h 2m 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 Santa Lucia to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 88771 · Regionale TRENORD 2620+ EuroCity 178 | 4:51 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h20 | 1:11 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 · FRECCIAROSSA 9574+ EuroCity 14 | 5:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 11:42 AM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3961+ EuroCity 30 | 5:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h02 | 2:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 88769 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 5:51 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h51 | 1:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 · FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ EuroCity 178 | 6:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h45 | 1:11 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 88783 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ EuroCity 30 | 6:51 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h51 | 2:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ EuroCity 30 | 6:52 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h50 | 2:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9610+ EuroCity 150 | 7:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 1:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3965+ FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ EuroCity 30 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h02 | 2:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 88751 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 16 | 7:51 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h51 | 3:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3967+ EuroCity 152 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h02 | 4:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 88755 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 152 | 8:51 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h51 | 4:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ EuroCity 16 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 3:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 9624+ EuroCity 152 | 10:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 4:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 88777 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ EuroCity 22 | 10:51 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h51 | 6:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 · FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ EuroCity 20 | 11:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 5:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ EuroCity 22 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h54 | 6:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 88781 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 24 | 11:51 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h51 | 7:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 · FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ EuroCity 22 | 12:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 6:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ EuroCity 24 | 12:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h54 | 7:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 88785 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+ EuroCity 36 | 12:52 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h50 | 8:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 · FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ EuroCity 24 | 1:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 7:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 88791 · Regionale TRENORD 2638+ EuroCity 26 | 1:51 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h51 | 9:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ EuroCity 26 | 2:22 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h20 | 9:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 · FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ EuroCity 36 | 2:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 8:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 · FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ EuroCity 26 | 3:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 9:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ EuroCity 28 | 3:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h54 | 10:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431 · FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ EuroCity 28 | 4:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 10:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Lucerne run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 but you can travel from only $35 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 15:10. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (357 km) distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 221 miles (357 km) |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 4:04 AM |
Last train 3:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Santa Lucia 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 Santa Lucia to Lucerne trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Arth-Goldau station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice Santa Lucia and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
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