The cheapest and fastest trains from Zug to Lucerne
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zug to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zug to Lucerne will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zug for Lucerne on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 31 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 for Zug to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zug to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zug to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Zug to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:03 AM Zug | 0h22 | 6:25 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:32 AM Zug | 0h19 | 6:51 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:03 AM Zug | 0h22 | 7:25 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:36 PM Zug | 0h31 | 3:07 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:03 PM Zug | 0h22 | 4:25 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Zug to Lucerne by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zug to Lucerne
Trains from Zug to Lucerne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zug to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zug and Lucerne from $9 (€7). 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 Zug to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zug 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 Zug to Lucerne
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Schiff
- Restaurant Theater Casino Zug
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Parkhotel Zug
- City-Hotel Ochsen
- Hotel Löwen am See
- Located in the main hall
- 1,366 places
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Zurich, Lucerne, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S5
- 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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