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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ulm to Lucerne
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€61
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
196 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulm to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Lucerne will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Ulm for Lucerne on Wed, Nov 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 196 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 1 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.
07:02AM4h23
Ulm11:25AMLucerne
€611One-way
0 transfers
06:04AM5h01
Ulm11:05AMLucerne
€621One-way
0 transfers
04:53AM4h32
Ulm09:25AMLucerne
€871One-way
0 transfers
07:02AM4h23
Ulm11:25AMLucerne
€611One-way
0 transfers
04:53AM4h32
Ulm09:25AMLucerne
€871One-way
0 transfers
06:04AM5h01
Ulm11:05AMLucerne
€621One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Ulm to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €90.
Distance: 196 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€65 Average price | €211 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 36m Average total duration 12h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ulm to Lucerne train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:14 PM
Last updated at 10:14 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:53 AM Ulm | 4h32 | 9:25 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:04 AM Ulm | 5h01 | 11:05 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:02 AM Ulm | 4h23 | 11:25 AM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ulm to Lucerne
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Ulm to Lucerne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €21
Distance 196 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 00:51 |
Last train 23:35 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €21
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) from Ulm to Lucerne trainsDeutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) trains will get you between Ulm and Lucerne from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 8m
Cheapest Price
€36
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 2m
Cheapest Price
€74
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Trains from Ulm to Lucerne
FAQs: Travel by train from Ulm to Lucerne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ulm to Lucerne.
Cheap train tickets from Ulm to Lucerne can start from as little as €36 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Ulm to Lucerne is €57; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Ulm to Lucerne is 4 h 23 min to travel the 195 km long journey, with around there are 9 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Ulm to Lucerne leaves at 04: 46. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Ulm to Lucerne leaves at 21: 54.
There are 9 trains a day from Ulm to Lucerne which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Ulm to Lucerne, you can count on Deutsche Bahn for the best way to get you to Lucerne. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Ulm and Lucerne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 54.
A trip to Lucerne from Ulm is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 23 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Ulm to Lucerne by train is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Ulm to Lucerne including taking a coach, train or flight.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ulm to Lucerne
Ulm
Lucerne
The major train station for departures in Ulm is Ulm Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ulm Hbf for your trip from Ulm to Lucerne.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 19:00
Dining
- Café Schmizz
- Blauflesch
- Wilder Mann
- Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
Hotel
- Hotel Neuthor
- Bäumle
- InterCityHotel Ulm
- Lehrertal Garni
The major train station for arrivals in Lucerne is Luzern Bhf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luzern Bhf for your journey to Lucerne from Ulm.
Luzern Bhf
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
14Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
Dining
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 420 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
Public transit options for Luzern Bhf
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
Luzern, Bahnhof
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
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