- Must visit
Swiss Museum of Transport
Swiss Transport Museum with trains, planes, cars, simulators, and media exhibits. Lucerne’s top family-friendly museum.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€79
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€101
Fastest journey on Sep 17
5 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
5 h 43 m
Trains on Sep 17
18
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 €101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 18 trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Lucerne, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 357 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 54 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+
EuroCity 28
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+
EuroCity 30
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+
EuroCity 22
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 24
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+
EuroCity 152
EuroCity 36
Regionale Veloce 3492+
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+
EuroCity 22
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+
EuroCity 178
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+
EuroCity 20
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+
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 an average ticket price of €55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, while a flight costs an average of €372.
Distance: 221 miles (357 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€109 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €372 Average price | €157 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 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 €54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Santa Lucia to Lucerne costing on average €109.
A bus is €317 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice Santa Lucia to Lucerne costing on average €372.
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 1m.
Bus takes on average 8h 23m.
Tickets start at around €109 compared to roughly €157 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €48. The journey takes 6h 1m 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, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ EuroCity 14 | 5:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h03 | 11:42 AM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3961+ EuroCity 30 | 5:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h02 | 2:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620+ EuroCity 178 | 6:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h01 | 1:11 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 6:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h08 | 1:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ EuroCity 178 | 7:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h53 | 1:11 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3965+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ EuroCity 150 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h02 | 1:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ EuroCity 30 | 8:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h32 | 2:42 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 Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 16 | 9:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h32 | 3:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 152 | 10:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h32 | 4:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ EuroCity 20 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h54 | 5:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ EuroCity 22 | 12:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h32 | 6:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ EuroCity 22 | 12:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h54 | 6:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 24 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h32 | 7:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3492+ FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ EuroCity 22 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h32 | 6:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ EuroCity 24 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h54 | 7:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 36 | 3:18 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h24 | 8:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748+ EuroCity 28 | 4:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h54 | 10:42 PM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Lucerne run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 14:48. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (357 km) distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 221 miles (357 km) |
Average train duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 2:48 PM |
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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.
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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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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.
Luzern has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the station
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs located near the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Luzern.
Available at Luzern: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.
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