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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Lucerne
Cheapest price on Oct 07
€39
Average ticket price on Oct 07
€83
Fastest journey on Oct 07
5 h 41 m
Average journey duration on Oct 07
5 h 50 m
Trains on Oct 07
15
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Lucerne will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Lucerne without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 1096 · 32685 · 3048 · RE 49175:43 AM6h08Munich Hbf11:51 AMLucerne station€391One-way4 transfers- ICE 614 · ICE 101 · IC 6715:33 AM6h32Munich Hbf12:05 PMLucerne station€401One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1068 · ICE 275 · IR 23194:59 AM6h06Munich Hbf11:05 AMLucerne station€401One-way2 transfers
- ICE 116 · IC 283 · IR 25883:48 PM6h37Munich Hbf10:25 PMLucerne station€451One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1096 · IC 183 · IR 21165:43 AM6h42Munich Hbf12:25 PMLucerne station€461One-way2 transfers
- 78939 · EC 190 · IR 21301:44 PM5h41Munich Hbf7:25 PMLucerne station€1231One-way2 transfers
- 78947 · EC 98 · IR 21343:44 PM5h41Munich Hbf9:25 PMLucerne station€1231One-way2 transfers
- 78931 · EC 192 · IR 212611:44 AM5h41Munich Hbf5:25 PMLucerne station€1231One-way2 transfers
- ICE 564 · ICE 373 · IR 23351:02 PM6h03Munich Hbf7:05 PMLucerne station€741One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1068 · ICE 275 · IR 23194:59 AM6h06Munich Hbf11:05 AMLucerne station€401One-way2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Lucerne
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Munich to Lucerne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 273 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 273 km |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Live departures
Munich to Lucerne train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Lucerne trains for today, Tuesday, October 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1014 · ICE 275 · IR 2319 | On time 4:11 AM Munich Hbf | 6h54 | 11:05 AM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 614 · ICE 101 · IC 671 | On time 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 6h32 | 12:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 614 · 32685 · 3048 · RE 4917 | On time 5:33 AM Munich Hbf | 6h18 | 11:51 AM Lucerne station | 4 transfers | |
 TGV 9576+ICE 277 · IR 2323 | On time 6:51 AM Munich Hbf | 6h14 | 1:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 612 · ICE 103 · IC 675 | On time 7:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h37 | 2:05 PM Lucerne station | 2 transfers |
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TGV
ÖBB
FAQs: Trains from Munich to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Lucerne
Most Munich to Lucerne trains use the München Hbf to Luzern Bhf station pair, with some services arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Munich and Lucerne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do trains to Lucerne leave from?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München Hackerbrücke from Munich city centre
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke train station facilities and services
München Hackerbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
München Marienplatz train station facilities and services
München Marienplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ratskeller, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Marienplatz. ATMs are available at München Marienplatz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Marienplatz. Information desks are available at München Marienplatz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Marienplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Marienplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Marienplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Marienplatz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Unsöld's Factory Hotel, Hotel Domus, Hotel Mercure München Altstadt, Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude.
Which Lucerne station do trains from Munich 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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