How much does a train ticket from Zurich to Luzern cost?

The average train ticket price from Zurich to Luzern is $41. The best way to find train tickets from Zurich to Luzern is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Zurich to Luzern?

A train trip between Zurich and Luzern is around 41m, although the fastest train will take about 41m. This is the time it takes to travel the 26 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Zurich and Luzern?

The number of trains from Zurich to Luzern can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Zurich to Luzern by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Zurich to Luzern?

Trains traveling between Zurich and Luzern leave from Sihlquai - Limmatstraße or Zürich Airport and arrive at Luzern, Littau, Luzern Verkehrshaus.

Trains from Zurich to Luzern | Swiss Federal Railways

Train Zurich to Luzern: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$41

Average train trip duration41m

Number of daily trains16

Earliest train departure7:10am

Distance25 miles (40 km)

Latest train departure11:38pm

Train Companies

Swiss Federal Railways

5/56 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness2.5

Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at $22.00

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Zurich to Luzern Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Zurich and Luzern?

Stops in Zurich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Zürich Altstetten

D - Zürich Oerlikon

E - Zürich Selnau

F - Zürich Stadelhofen

Stops in Luzern

A - Luzern

B - Littau

C - Luzern Verkehrshaus

Frequently asked questions for your trip Zurich - Luzern

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/01

$37

05/02

$33

Today

$21

05/04

$18

05/05

$21

05/06

$21

05/07

$21

05/08

$21

The cheapest trip from Zurich to Luzern was searched and found on May 4, 2025 with a price of $18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Zurich to Luzern, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $18 to $183 for a train ticket from Zurich to Luzern based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-05-04.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Zurich and Luzern is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Luzern.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Luzern, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Zurich and Luzern compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Zurich to Luzern, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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