The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Lucerne
Cheapest price
€76
Average price
€122
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
369 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Lucerne will cost around €122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €76.
Of the 44 trains that leave Bologna for Lucerne on Sat, Apr 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 11 the direct trains cover the 369 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
On Sat, Apr 11 the slowest trains will take 4 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.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2480+
EuroCity 284:33 PM6h09Bologna Centrale10:42 PMArth-Goldau€761One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2480+
EuroCity 284:33 PM6h27Bologna Centrale11:00 PMZug station€801One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+
EuroCity 1263:50 PM5h52Bologna Centrale9:42 PMArth-Goldau€851One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+
EuroCity 1263:50 PM6h10Bologna Centrale10:00 PMZug station€901One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+
EuroCity 1786:58 AM6h13Bologna Centrale1:11 PMArth-Goldau€941One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+
EuroCity 1265:36 PM4h06Bologna Centrale9:42 PMArth-Goldau€1191One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+
EuroCity 3064:36 PM4h06Bologna Centrale8:42 PMArth-Goldau€1311One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+
EuroCity 3212:36 PM4h06Bologna Centrale4:42 PMArth-Goldau€1311One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
EuroCity 243:36 PM4h06Bologna Centrale7:42 PMArth-Goldau€1371One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+
EuroCity 222:36 PM4h06Bologna Centrale6:42 PMArth-Goldau€1371One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bologna to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €155.
Distance: 369 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€79 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest | €517 Average price |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bologna to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Lucerne trains for today, Friday, April 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:50 AM Bologna | 5h52 | 10:42 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:06 AM Bologna | 5h36 | 1:42 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:50 PM Bologna | 5h52 | 8:42 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:33 PM Bologna | 6h09 | 9:42 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:54 PM Bologna | 5h48 | 9:42 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 752+ EuroCity 12 | 3:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h54 | 9:00 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 752+ EuroCity 12 | 3:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h36 | 8:42 AM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458+ EuroCity 14 | 3:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h07 | 10:00 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458+ EuroCity 14 | 3:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h49 | 9:42 AM Arth-Goldau | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Lucerne
Trains from Bologna to Lucerne run on average 38 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 369 km distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 369 km |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 8:18 PM |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo from Bologna to Lucerne trainsTrenitalia, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Lucerne from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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 Bologna to Lucerne
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- CA.FÉ MAZZINI
- Gelateria Mazzini
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Camplus Mazzini
- Hotel Blumen
- Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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