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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Winterthur to Lucerne
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winterthur to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winterthur to Lucerne will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 5 trains that leave Winterthur for Lucerne on Fri, Dec 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Winterthur to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winterthur to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€29 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Winterthur to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Winterthur to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Friday, December 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:24 AM Winterthur | 1h27 | 4:51 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:01 AM Winterthur | 1h24 | 5:25 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:01 AM Winterthur | 1h24 | 7:25 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:39 AM Winterthur | 1h12 | 7:51 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:01 AM Winterthur | 1h24 | 8:25 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect |
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SBB as well as Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Winterthur to Lucerne. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Winterthur to Lucerne.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Winterthur to Lucerne.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Winterthur to Lucerne
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Trains from Winterthur to Lucerne run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Winterthur to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Winterthur and Lucerne from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Winterthur to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winterthur 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 Winterthur to Lucerne
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rudolfstrasse.
- Fu Ji Restaurant
- Restaurant Strauss
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Banana City
- Park Hotel Winterthur
- Sorell Hotel Krone
- Located in the main hall
- 174 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Zurich, St. Gallen, and other destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: S-Bahn lines S11, S12, S26, S29
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike Parking
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingCar RentalWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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