The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 11 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Lucerne station on Fri, Feb 27, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 27 the direct trains cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Fri, Feb 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
IR 75 2106 | 2106
IR 75 2112 | 2112
IC 5 1514 | 1514 · IR 75 2112 | 2112
IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 70 2617 | 2617
IC 5 1510 | 1510 · IR 75 2570 | 2570
IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 70 2617 | 2617
IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 70 2619 | 2619
IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 70 2615 | 2615
IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 70 2613 | 2613
IC 5 1514 | 1514 · IR 75 2112 | 2112Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich Airport to Lucerne station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
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$35 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest |
1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich Airport to Lucerne station train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Lucerne station trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 8 838 | 838 · IR 70 30645 | 30645 | 9:46 PM Zurich Airport | 1h05 | 10:51 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 8 838 | 838 · IR 70 2645 | 2645 | 9:46 PM Zurich Airport | 1h05 | 10:51 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
RE 75 2144 | 2144 · IR 75 2592 | 2592 | 10:15 PM Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 11:25 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 8 840 | 840 · IR 70 2647 | 2647 | 10:46 PM Zurich Airport | 1h21 | 12:07 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, February 27 | |||||
IR 75 2106 | 2106 | 5:15 AM Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 6:25 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 510 | 510 · IR 70 2613 | 2613 | 5:49 AM Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 6:51 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 1510 | 1510 · IR 75 2570 | 2570 | 6:19 AM Zurich Airport | 1h06 | 7:25 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
IR 13 3256 | 3256 | 6:39 AM Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 7:51 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 70 2615 | 2615 | 6:49 AM Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 7:51 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
IR 75 2110 | 2110 | 7:15 AM Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 8:25 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 70 2617 | 2617 | 7:49 AM Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 8:51 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
IR 75 2112 | 2112 | 8:15 AM Zurich Airport | 1h10 | 9:25 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 1514 | 1514 · IR 75 2112 | 2112 | 8:19 AM Zurich Airport | 1h06 | 9:25 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
IR 13 3260 | 3260 | 8:39 AM Zurich Airport | 1h12 | 9:51 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 70 2619 | 2619 | 8:49 AM Zurich Airport | 1h02 | 9:51 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station
Trains from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Lucerne station from $22 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station 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 station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich Airport to Lucerne station
- 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

