The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Milan
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€127
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Milan will cost around €127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Lucerne to Milan without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 2 1479 | 1479 · B 2 2055 | 2055+
IR VAE 2033 | 20334:39 PM2h34Lucerne station7:13 PMMilan€501One-way2 transfers
EC 29 | 29 · S 10 25139 | 25139 · B 523 579 | 579+
IR VAE 2039 | 20397:39 PM2h44Lucerne station10:23 PMMilan€591One-way3 transfers
EC 27 | 27 · S 10 25137 | 25137 · B 523 577 | 577+
IR VAE 2037 | 20376:39 PM2h44Lucerne station9:23 PMMilan€821One-way3 transfers
IR 15 2524 | 2524 · IC 8 820 | 820+
EuroCity 672:00 PM7h50Lucerne station9:50 PMMilan Centrale€1271One-way2 transfers
IR 15 2520 | 2520 · IC 8 816 | 816+
EuroCity 6712:00 PM9h50Lucerne station9:50 PMMilan Centrale€1271One-way2 transfers
IC 2 1479 | 1479 · B 2 2055 | 2055+
IR VAE 2033 | 20334:39 PM2h34Lucerne station7:13 PMMilan€501One-way2 transfers
EC 27 | 27 · S 10 25137 | 25137 · B 523 577 | 577+
IR VAE 2037 | 20376:39 PM2h44Lucerne station9:23 PMMilan€821One-way3 transfers
EC 29 | 29 · S 10 25139 | 25139 · B 523 579 | 579+
IR VAE 2039 | 20397:39 PM2h44Lucerne station10:23 PMMilan€591One-way3 transfers
IR 15 2520 | 2520 · IC 8 816 | 816+
EuroCity 6512:00 PM4h55Lucerne station4:55 PMMilan Centrale€1271One-way2 transfers
RE 7 4470 | 4470 · S 21 6721 | 6721+
EuroCity 6511:57 AM4h58Lucerne station4:55 PMMilan Centrale€1271One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lucerne to Milan
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. 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 bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 189 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€81 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €522 Average price |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lucerne to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Milan trains for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 3 21323 | 21323 · EC 11 | 11 · S 10 25113 | 25113 · B 523 519 | 519 | 6:39 AM Lucerne station | 2h49 | 9:28 AM Milan | 3 transfers | |
EC 13 | 13 · S 10 25115 | 25115 · B 523 523 | 523+ IR VAE 2015 | 2015 | 7:39 AM Lucerne station | 2h49 | 10:28 AM Milan | 3 transfers | |
IC 21 663 | 663 · RE 80 25515 | 25515 · B 2 2026 | 2026 | 8:18 AM Lucerne station | 2h24 | 10:42 AM Milan | 2 transfers | |
EC 301 | 301 · B 2 2023 | 2023+ IR VAE 2017 | 2017 | 8:39 AM Lucerne station | 2h34 | 11:13 AM Milan | 2 transfers | |
EC 301 | 301 · S 10 25117 | 25117 · B 523 527 | 527+ IR VAE 2017 | 2017 | 8:39 AM Lucerne station | 2h49 | 11:28 AM Milan | 3 transfers | |
EC 15 | 15 · S 10 25119 | 25119 · B 523 533 | 533+ IR VAE 2019 | 2019 | 9:39 AM Lucerne station | 2h49 | 12:28 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
RE 24 4716 | 4716 · EC 63 | 63+ EuroCity 67 | 10:05 AM Lucerne station | 11h45 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
RE 24 4716 | 4716 · EC 63 | 63+ EuroCity 65 | 10:05 AM Lucerne station | 6h50 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
RE 24 4716 | 4716 · EC 63 | 63 · RE 1 4169 | 4169+ EuroCity 65 | 10:05 AM Lucerne station | 6h50 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3 transfers | |
S 6 21636 | 21636 · S 2 15244 | 15244 · S 41 6419 | 6419+ EuroCity 65 | 10:16 AM Lucerne station | 6h39 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3 transfers | |
S 6 21636 | 21636 · S 2 15244 | 15244 · S 41 6419 | 6419+ EuroCity 67 | 10:16 AM Lucerne station | 11h34 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 3 transfers | |
IC 21 667 | 667 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 · B 2 2034 | 2034 | 10:18 AM Lucerne station | 2h24 | 12:42 PM Milan | 2 transfers | |
IR 27 2466 | 2466 · IC 81 10814 | 10814+ EuroCity 67 | 10:30 AM Lucerne station | 11h20 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
IR 27 2466 | 2466 · IC 81 10814 | 10814+ EuroCity 65 | 10:30 AM Lucerne station | 6h25 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EC 153 | 153 · S 10 25121 | 25121 · B 523 539 | 539+ IR VAE 2021 | 2021 | 10:39 AM Lucerne station | 2h49 | 1:28 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
RE 7 4468 | 4468 · S 21 6719 | 6719+ EuroCity 67 | 10:57 AM Lucerne station | 10h53 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
RE 7 4468 | 4468 · S 21 6719 | 6719+ EuroCity 65 | 10:57 AM Lucerne station | 5h58 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2518 | 2518 · S 1 15143 | 15143+ EuroCity 65 | 11:00 AM Lucerne station | 5h55 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2518 | 2518 · ICE 101 | 101+ EuroCity 65 | 11:00 AM Lucerne station | 5h55 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2518 | 2518 · ICE 101 | 101+ EuroCity 67 | 11:00 AM Lucerne station | 10h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
IR 27 2468 | 2468 · IC 61 969 | 969+ EuroCity 67 | 11:30 AM Lucerne station | 10h20 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
IR 27 2468 | 2468 · IC 61 969 | 969+ EuroCity 65 | 11:30 AM Lucerne station | 5h25 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EC 19 | 19 · S 10 25123 | 25123 · B 523 545 | 545+ IR VAE 2023 | 2023 | 11:39 AM Lucerne station | 2h49 | 2:28 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
IR 15 2520 | 2520 · IC 8 10816 | 10816+ EuroCity 65 | 12:00 PM Lucerne station | 4h55 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2520 | 2520 · IC 8 10816 | 10816+ EuroCity 67 | 12:00 PM Lucerne station | 9h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
RE 24 4720 | 4720 · EC 65 | 65+ EuroCity 67 | 12:05 PM Lucerne station | 9h45 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S 6 21644 | 21644 · S 2 15252 | 15252 · S 41 6423 | 6423+ EuroCity 67 | 12:16 PM Lucerne station | 9h34 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 3 transfers | |
IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523 · B 2 2042 | 2042 | 12:18 PM Lucerne station | 2h24 | 2:42 PM Milan | 2 transfers | |
EC 151 | 151 · S 10 25125 | 25125 · B 523 549 | 549+ IR VAE 2025 | 2025 | 12:39 PM Lucerne station | 2h49 | 3:28 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
RE 24 4722 | 4722 · IC 61 623 | 623+ EuroCity 67 | 1:05 PM Lucerne station | 8h45 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S 6 21648 | 21648 · S 2 15256 | 15256 · S 41 6425 | 6425+ EuroCity 67 | 1:16 PM Lucerne station | 8h34 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 3 transfers | |
IR 27 2472 | 2472 · ICE 279 | 279+ EuroCity 67 | 1:30 PM Lucerne station | 8h20 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EC 21 | 21 · S 10 25127 | 25127 · B 523 553 | 553+ IR VAE 2027 | 2027 | 1:39 PM Lucerne station | 2h49 | 4:28 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
IR 15 2524 | 2524 · IC 8 10820 | 10820+ EuroCity 67 | 2:00 PM Lucerne station | 7h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
RE 24 4724 | 4724 · IC 6 625 | 625 · RE 1 4177 | 4177+ EuroCity 67 | 2:05 PM Lucerne station | 7h45 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 3 transfers | |
RE 24 4724 | 4724 · IC 6 625 | 625+ EuroCity 67 | 2:05 PM Lucerne station | 7h45 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
IC 21 675 | 675 · RE 80 25527 | 25527 · B 2 2050 | 2050 | 2:18 PM Lucerne station | 2h24 | 4:42 PM Milan | 2 transfers | |
IR 27 2474 | 2474 · IC 81 10822 | 10822+ EuroCity 67 | 2:30 PM Lucerne station | 7h20 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
IR VAE 2029 | 2029+ EC 37 | 37 · S 10 25129 | 25129 · B 523 561 | 561 | 2:39 PM Lucerne station | 2h49 | 5:28 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
RE 7 4476 | 4476 · S 21 6727 | 6727+ EuroCity 67 | 2:57 PM Lucerne station | 6h53 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2526 | 2526 · S 1 15159 | 15159+ EuroCity 67 | 3:00 PM Lucerne station | 6h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
IR 15 2526 | 2526 · IC 6 975 | 975+ EuroCity 67 | 3:00 PM Lucerne station | 6h50 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
RE 24 4726 | 4726 · IC 61 627 | 627+ EuroCity 67 | 3:05 PM Lucerne station | 6h45 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
EC 123 | 123 · S 10 25131 | 25131 · B 523 567 | 567+ IR VAE 2031 | 2031 | 3:39 PM Lucerne station | 2h49 | 6:28 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
IC 2 1479 | 1479 · S 10 25133 | 25133 · B 523 571 | 571+ IR VAE 2033 | 2033 | 4:39 PM Lucerne station | 2h49 | 7:28 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
IC 2 1479 | 1479 · B 2 2055 | 2055+ IR VAE 2033 | 2033 | 4:39 PM Lucerne station | 2h34 | 7:13 PM Milan | 2 transfers | |
IR VAE 2035 | 2035+ EC 25 | 25 · S 10 25135 | 25135 · B 523 575 | 575 | 5:39 PM Lucerne station | 2h44 | 8:23 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
IC 21 683 | 683 · RE 80 25535 | 25535 · B 2 2066 | 2066 | 6:18 PM Lucerne station | 2h24 | 8:42 PM Milan | 2 transfers | |
EC 27 | 27 · S 10 25137 | 25137 · B 523 577 | 577+ IR VAE 2037 | 2037 | 6:39 PM Lucerne station | 2h44 | 9:23 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
EC 29 | 29 · S 10 25139 | 25139 · B 523 579 | 579+ IR VAE 2039 | 2039 | 7:39 PM Lucerne station | 2h44 | 10:23 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
IC 21 687 | 687 · B 2 2074 | 2074 | 8:18 PM Lucerne station | 2h24 | 10:42 PM Milan | 1 transfer | |
S 3 21379 | 21379 · IC 2 1487 | 1487 · S 10 25141 | 25141 · B 523 581 | 581 | 8:39 PM Lucerne station | 2h44 | 11:23 PM Milan | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Milan
Trains from Lucerne to Milan run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €51 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Lucerne to Milan trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Lucerne and Milan from €18. 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 Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne to Milan
Most Lucerne to Milan trains use the Arth-Goldau to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Chiasso. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lucerne station do trains to Milan leave from?
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.
Getting to Luzern from Lucerne city centre
Luzern train station facilities and services
Luzern has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs located near the main concourse.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luzern.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.
Which Milan station do trains from Lucerne arrive at?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale 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: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to Milano Lambrate from Milan city centre
Milano Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Lambrate train station facilities and services
Milano Lambrate 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: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
Getting to Milano Certosa from Milan city centre
Milano Certosa is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Certosa train station facilities and services
Milano Certosa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Certosa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Certosa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Certosa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Certosa: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Mirage, Klima Hotel Milano Fiere.
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