Lucerne to Chamonix by train

Taking the train from Lucerne to Chamonix

So you’re considering going from Lucerne to Chamonix by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between Lucerne to Chamonix

Getting from Lucerne to Chamonix by rail typically costs AU$198.56, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train schedule for travel between Lucerne and Chamonix

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 13 trains make this journey of 167 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Lucerne is at 05:54 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:00.

During the weekend, 04:58 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:00 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 54 minutes.

Lucerne to Chamonix distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 167 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 4 hours and 45 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Lucerne and Chamonix?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Lucerne and Chamonix 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

More information on train travel from Lucerne to Chamonix

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Chamonix city guide to get you started.