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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Lucerne
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€68
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
31
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Lucerne will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Of the 31 trains that leave Geneva for Lucerne on Fri, Jul 10, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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 90 1805 | 1805 · IC 5 509 | 509 · IC 21 663 | 6634:46 AM3h19Geneva station8:05 AMLucerne station€551One-way2 transfers- RE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 25074:08 AM3h53Geneva station8:01 AMLucerne station€551One-way1 transfer
- IC 1 711 | 711 · IC 61 612 | 612 · RE 24 4717 | 47177:20 AM3h35Geneva station10:55 AMLucerne station€571One-way2 transfers
- IC 1 719 | 719 · IC 61 620 | 620 · RE 24 4725 | 472511:20 AM3h35Geneva station2:55 PMLucerne station€571One-way2 transfers
- IR 15 2509 | 25095:54 AM3h07Geneva station9:01 AMLucerne station€591One-way0 transfers
- IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 26 2319 | 23198:05 AM3h00Geneva station11:05 AMLucerne station€721One-way2 transfers
- IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 21 671 | 6719:05 AM3h00Geneva station12:05 PMLucerne station€971One-way2 transfers
- IR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · IR 26 2323 | 232310:05 AM3h00Geneva station1:05 PMLucerne station€631One-way2 transfers
- IR 90 1809 | 1809 · IC 5 513 | 513 · IC 21 667 | 6677:05 AM3h00Geneva station10:05 AMLucerne station€671One-way2 transfers
- IR 90 1807 | 1807 · IC 5 511 | 511 · IR 26 2315 | 23156:05 AM3h00Geneva station9:05 AMLucerne station€641One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Geneva to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €51, and a flight costs an average of €140.
Distance: 190 km
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€76 Average price Cheapest | €149 Average price |
3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Geneva to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Lucerne trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RE 33 18401 | 18401 · IR 15 2507 | 2507 | 4:08 AM Geneva station | 3h53 | 8:01 AM Lucerne station | 1 transfer | |
| IR 90 1805 | 1805 · IC 5 509 | 509 · IC 21 663 | 663 | 4:46 AM Geneva station | 3h19 | 8:05 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1 707 | 707 · IC 61 608 | 608 · RE 24 4713 | 4713 | 5:20 AM Geneva station | 3h35 | 8:55 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| EC 41 | 41 · IC 1 707 | 707 · IC 61 608 | 608 · RE 24 4713 | 4713 | 5:27 AM Geneva station | 3h28 | 8:55 AM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
| IR 15 2509 | 2509 | 5:54 AM Geneva station | 3h07 | 9:01 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 90 1807 | 1807 · IC 5 511 | 511 · S 29 8928 | 8928 · S 1 21128 | 21128 | 6:05 AM Geneva station | 3h40 | 9:45 AM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
| IR 90 1807 | 1807 · IC 5 511 | 511 · IR 26 2315 | 2315 | 6:05 AM Geneva station | 3h00 | 9:05 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1 709 | 709 · IC 6 610 | 610 · RE 24 4715 | 4715 | 6:20 AM Geneva station | 3h35 | 9:55 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| RE 33 18459 | 18459 · IC 5 513 | 513 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 6:38 AM Geneva station | 3h27 | 10:05 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 15 2511 | 2511 | 6:54 AM Geneva station | 3h07 | 10:01 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 90 1809 | 1809 · IC 5 513 | 513 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 7:05 AM Geneva station | 3h00 | 10:05 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1 711 | 711 · IC 61 612 | 612 · RE 24 4717 | 4717 | 7:20 AM Geneva station | 3h35 | 10:55 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 15 2513 | 2513 | 7:54 AM Geneva station | 3h07 | 11:01 AM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · IR 26 2319 | 2319 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 3h00 | 11:05 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 90 1811 | 1811 · IC 5 515 | 515 · S 29 8936 | 8936 · S 1 21136 | 21136 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 3h40 | 11:45 AM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 1 713 | 713 · EC 60 | 60 · RE 24 4719 | 4719 | 8:20 AM Geneva station | 3h35 | 11:55 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| RE 33 18463 | 18463 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 21 671 | 671 | 8:38 AM Geneva station | 3h27 | 12:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 15 2515 | 2515 | 8:54 AM Geneva station | 3h07 | 12:01 PM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 90 1813 | 1813 · IC 5 517 | 517 · IC 21 671 | 671 | 9:05 AM Geneva station | 3h00 | 12:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1 715 | 715 · IC 61 616 | 616 · RE 24 4721 | 4721 | 9:20 AM Geneva station | 3h35 | 12:55 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 15 2517 | 2517 | 9:54 AM Geneva station | 3h07 | 1:01 PM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · S 29 8944 | 8944 · S 1 21144 | 21144 | 10:05 AM Geneva station | 3h40 | 1:45 PM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
| IR 90 1815 | 1815 · IC 5 519 | 519 · IR 26 2323 | 2323 | 10:05 AM Geneva station | 3h00 | 1:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1 717 | 717 · IC 6 618 | 618 · RE 24 4723 | 4723 | 10:20 AM Geneva station | 3h35 | 1:55 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 15 2519 | 2519 | 10:54 AM Geneva station | 3h07 | 2:01 PM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 90 1817 | 1817 · IC 5 521 | 521 · IC 21 675 | 675 | 11:05 AM Geneva station | 3h00 | 2:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 1 719 | 719 · IC 61 620 | 620 · RE 24 4725 | 4725 | 11:20 AM Geneva station | 3h35 | 2:55 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 15 2521 | 2521 | 11:54 AM Geneva station | 3h07 | 3:01 PM Lucerne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 90 1819 | 1819 · IC 5 523 | 523 · IR 26 2327 | 2327 | 12:05 PM Geneva station | 3h00 | 3:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| IR 90 1819 | 1819 · IC 5 523 | 523 · S 29 8952 | 8952 · S 1 21152 | 21152 | 12:05 PM Geneva station | 3h40 | 3:45 PM Lucerne station | 3 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Geneva to Lucerne
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Geneva to Lucerne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €51 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Geneva to Lucerne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Lucerne from €51. 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 Geneva to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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 Geneva to Lucerne
Most Geneva to Lucerne trains use the Genève to Luzern Bhf station pair, with some services arriving at Luzern Allmend/Messe. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Geneva station do trains to Lucerne leave from?
Getting to Genève from Geneva city centre
Genève train station facilities and services
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Getting to Genève-Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport train station facilities and services
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin train station facilities and services
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Which Lucerne station do trains from Geneva 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.
Getting to Luzern Allmend/Messe from Lucerne city centre
Luzern Allmend/Messe is 1 km from Lucerne city centre. Public transport options include:
Luzern Allmend/Messe train station facilities and services
Luzern Allmend/Messe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern Allmend/Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luzern Allmend/Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
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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