Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main take around 3 hours and 58 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 341 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lucerne is scheduled to depart at around  00:05. The last departure is usually at around 23:54 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lucerne at around 00:47, with the last train leaving at around 23:54. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 39 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$60.45.

We think any time is a great time to visit Frankfurt am Main, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Frankfurt am Main.

Is there a direct train from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main?

The journey between Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main?

The Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main train travel takes about 3 hours and 58 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Frankfurt am Main leaving Lucerne at around 00:05 and the last train leaving at around 23:54 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lucerne at around 00:47, with the final departure at 23:54.