The cheapest and fastest trains from Como to Lucerne
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Como to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Como to Lucerne will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 22 trains that leave Como for Lucerne on Thu, Jul 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 7 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.
IC 21 664 | 6645:30 AM2h11Chiasso station7:41 AMLucerne station€401One-way0 transfers
IC 2 1474 | 1474 · IR 75 2576 | 2576+
IR VAE 2018 | 201811:05 AM2h20Chiasso station1:25 PMLucerne station€471One-way2 transfers
S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 · IR 26 2308 | 23084:02 AM2h39Chiasso station6:41 AMLucerne station€501One-way2 transfers
IC 2 1474 | 1474 · EV EV2 31446 | 3144611:05 AM2h26Chiasso station1:31 PMLucerne€521One-way1 transfer
IC 2 1462 | 1462 · IR 26 2312 | 23126:04 AM2h37Chiasso station8:41 AMLucerne station€521One-way1 transfer
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 23168:34 AM2h07Chiasso station10:41 AMLucerne station€781One-way2 transfers
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 6729:34 AM2h07Chiasso station11:41 AMLucerne station€721One-way1 transfer
RE 80 25512 | 25512 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IR 26 2320 | 232010:34 AM2h07Chiasso station12:41 PMLucerne station€781One-way2 transfers
RE 80 25514 | 25514 · EC 178 | 17811:34 AM2h07Chiasso station1:41 PMLucerne station€591One-way1 transfer
RE 80 25516 | 25516 · IC 2 878 | 878 · IR 26 2324 | 232412:34 PM2h07Chiasso station2:41 PMLucerne station€591One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Como to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Como to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €33.
Distance: 150 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€61 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €80 Average price |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Como to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Como to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 · IR 26 2308 | 2308 | 4:02 AM Chiasso station | 2h39 | 6:41 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
IC 21 664 | 664 | 5:30 AM Chiasso station | 2h11 | 7:41 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2 1462 | 1462 · IR 26 2312 | 2312 | 6:04 AM Chiasso station | 2h37 | 8:41 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2 1462 | 1462 · S 3 21326 | 21326 · EV EV1 31326 | 31326 | 6:04 AM Chiasso station | 2h23 | 8:27 AM Lucerne | 2 transfers | |
RE 80 25502 | 25502 · IC 2 866 | 866 · IR 26 2312 | 2312 | 6:34 AM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 8:41 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2 1466 | 1466 · EV EV2 31430 | 31430 | 7:04 AM Chiasso station | 2h27 | 9:31 AM Lucerne | 1 transfer | |
IC 2 1466 | 1466 · IR 75 2110 | 2110+ IR VAE 2010 | 2010 | 7:04 AM Chiasso station | 2h21 | 9:25 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
EC 10 | 10 · EV EV2 31434 | 31434 | 8:05 AM Chiasso station | 2h26 | 10:31 AM Lucerne | 1 transfer | |
EC 10 | 10 · IR 75 2112 | 2112+ IR VAE 2012 | 2012 | 8:05 AM Chiasso station | 2h20 | 10:25 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 2316 | 8:34 AM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 10:41 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
EC 12 | 12 · EV EV2 31438 | 31438 | 9:05 AM Chiasso station | 2h26 | 11:31 AM Lucerne | 1 transfer | |
EC 12 | 12 · IR 75 2114 | 2114+ IR VAE 2014 | 2014 | 9:05 AM Chiasso station | 2h20 | 11:25 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672 | 9:34 AM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 11:41 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
EC 14 | 14 · EV EV2 31442 | 31442 | 10:05 AM Chiasso station | 2h26 | 12:31 PM Lucerne | 1 transfer | |
EC 14 | 14 · IR 75 2116 | 2116+ IR VAE 2016 | 2016 | 10:05 AM Chiasso station | 2h20 | 12:25 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 80 25512 | 25512 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IR 26 2320 | 2320 | 10:34 AM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 12:41 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2 1474 | 1474 · EV EV2 31446 | 31446 | 11:05 AM Chiasso station | 2h26 | 1:31 PM Lucerne | 1 transfer | |
IC 2 1474 | 1474 · IR 75 2576 | 2576+ IR VAE 2018 | 2018 | 11:05 AM Chiasso station | 2h20 | 1:25 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
EC 178 | 178 | 11:24 AM Chiasso station | 2h17 | 1:41 PM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 80 25514 | 25514 · EC 178 | 178 | 11:34 AM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 1:41 PM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
EC 150 | 150 · IR 75 2120 | 2120+ IR VAE 2020 | 2020 | 12:05 PM Chiasso station | 2h20 | 2:25 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
RE 80 25516 | 25516 · IC 2 878 | 878 · IR 26 2324 | 2324 | 12:34 PM Chiasso station | 2h07 | 2:41 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Como to Lucerne
Trains from Como to Lucerne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €41 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 11:34 PM |
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Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Como to Lucerne trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Como and Lucerne from €10. 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 Como to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Como 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 Como to Lucerne
Most Como to Lucerne trains use the Chiasso to Luzern Bhf station pair, with some services arriving at Arth-Goldau. Use this guide to compare Como and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Como station do trains to Lucerne leave from?
Getting to Como S. Giovanni from Como city centre
Como S. Giovanni is 1 km from Como city centre. Public transport options include:
Como S. Giovanni train station facilities and services
Como S. Giovanni 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 and drink
Food options include: Como Caffe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are two ATM machines on W. Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30. Information desks are on the ground level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located near the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Como S. Giovanni: Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Palace Hotel, Hotel Borgovico, Hotel Metropole Suisse.
Getting to Como Lago from Como city centre
Como Lago train station facilities and services
Como Lago has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Sociale, Osteria del Gallo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Como Lago. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Como Lago. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Como Lago: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Como Lago: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Lago: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropole Suisse, Albergo Terminus Hotel, Hotel Barchetta Excelsior.
Which Lucerne station do trains from Como arrive at?
Getting to Luzern Bhf from Lucerne city centre
Luzern Bhf train station facilities and services
Luzern Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
Luzern, Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Luzern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Bahnhof.
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