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How to take the rail journey from Zurich to Lucerne/Luzern
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Zürich / Zurich to Luzern / Lucerne by train
Luzern/Lucerne is only 50km from Zurich, so the trains between the two cities are popular with commuters, but few commuter routes are as pleasant as this.
Luzern station and its surroundings offer very easy interchanges with the trains on to Engelberg and Interlaken, as well as the cruise boats for journeys across the Luzernsee.
Routes you can take to go from Zürich / Zurich to Luzern / Lucerne
When travelling between most cities by train there is only one logical option, though on other journeys there is a choice between different trains or alternative routes. If different options are available you can use the info to decide which is best for you.
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Route Information
Travel Time (approx)
41 - 50min
Frequency
Daily
Travel Info
2 x trains per hour
Is this journey from Zurich to Lucerne direct?
Yes, there is no need to make a connection when taking this route.
Is the journey scenic?
It isn't exceptional but there are views over Lake Zurich and Lake Zug.
When is the usual approximate earliest arrival at Lucerne?
Before 06:30 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable
How easy is it to travel on from the station in Lucerne?
The station is exceptionally well located, it is adjacent to the old town area, the local bus station and piers for the boat services across Lake Lucerne.
See the Station Guide for more info, plus easy access to booking accommodation in its neighbourhood.
When is the usual approximate latest departure from Zurich to Lucerne on this journey option
After 23:30 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable
How easy is it to get to the station in Zurich?
Zurich HB is at the northern edge of the heart of the city, the old town area is within a 10min walk and more than a dozen routes / lines use the two sets of tram stops.
See the Station Guide for more info, plus easy access to booking accommodation in its neighbourhood.
Are tickets cheaper if booked in advance for these Zurich to Lucerne trains?
Yes
How soon ahead of travel are tickets typically placed on sale for these Zurich to Lucerne trains?
Typically up to 6 months ahead of the travel date; though this period of time can be shorter, particularly when searching for journeys more than three months ahead during October and March.
What are the child ticket terms for these Zurich to Lucerne trains?
- Children aged 5 or younger travel free of charge
- Children aged 6-15 and travelling with a person aged 16 and over, pay 50% of the adult rate per journey - see the Ticket Guide for more info.
Does the ticket for these Zurich to Lucerne trains include assigned seats?
No, reservations are not available on this route.
See the Train Guide in the Journey Information for insights on how to board the train
Do rail pass users need to book reservations for these Zurich to Lucerne trains?
Reservations are not available on this route.
Is catering available on the Zurich to Lugano trains?
No, as it is a comparatively short trip
See the Train Guide in the Journey Information.
What else is good to know about Swiss rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in Switzerland.
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