The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Bern
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Bern is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Bern will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lucerne for Bern on Wed, Dec 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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 27 2462 | 2462 · IC 61 963 | 963
IR 15 2514 | 2514
RE 7 4464 | 4464
RE 24 4712 | 4712 · IC 6 613 | 613
IR 15 2512 | 2512
IR 15 2514 | 2514
IR 15 2512 | 2512
RE 24 4712 | 4712 · IC 6 613 | 613
IR 27 2462 | 2462 · IC 61 963 | 963
RE 7 4464 | 4464Live departures
Lucerne to Bern train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Bern trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 7:00 AM Lucerne station | 1h00 | 8:00 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 24 4712 | 4712 · IC 6 613 | 613 | 7:05 AM Lucerne station | 1h21 | 8:26 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
IR 27 2462 | 2462 · IC 61 963 | 963 | 7:30 AM Lucerne station | 1h26 | 8:56 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
RE 7 4464 | 4464 | 7:57 AM Lucerne station | 1h30 | 9:27 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 8:00 AM Lucerne station | 1h00 | 9:00 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Bern
Trains from Lucerne to Bern run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 66 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 66 km |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: SBB, BLS AG, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Lucerne to Bern trainsSBB, BLS AG, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Lucerne and Bern from €26. 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 Lucerne to Bern
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Bern 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 Bern, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Lucerne, which is located around 0.3 miles (525 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bern Hauptbahnhof, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne to Bern
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from the main road.
- Restaurant Rosengarten
- Restaurant Marzilibrücke
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Ibis Bern Expo
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Hotel National Bern
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 7, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
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