Milan to Lucerne by train
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Overview: trains from Milan to Lucerne
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Milan to Lucerne train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Milan to Lucerne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Milan to Lucerne take around 3 hours and 26 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 190 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Milan is scheduled to depart at around 08:10. The last departure is usually at around 10:15. This is the same as during the weekend. On average, there are about 4 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 13 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$22.75.
We think any time is a great time to visit Lucerne, 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 Lucerne.
Is there a direct train from Milan to Lucerne?
Yes, there is a direct train from Milan to Lucerne.
How long does it take to travel from Milan to Lucerne?
The Milan to Lucerne train travel takes about 3 hours and 26 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Milan to Lucerne train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lucerne leaving Milan at around 08:10 and the last train leaving at around 10:15. This is the same at the weekend.
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Other train journeys to Lucerne
- From Basel to Lucerne From CA$29.25
- From Paris to Lucerne From CA$77.35
- From Strasbourg to Lucerne From CA$49.40
- From Arth-Goldau to Lucerne From CA$11.70
- From Zurich to Lucerne From CA$22.75
- From Olten to Lucerne From CA$19.50
- From Lausanne to Lucerne From CA$63.05
- From Interlaken to Lucerne From CA$39.00
- From Bern to Lucerne From CA$34.45
- From Mannheim to Lucerne From CA$46.15
- From London to Lucerne From CA$133.90
- From Amsterdam to Lucerne From CA$92.95
- From Cologne to Lucerne From CA$61.10
- From Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne From CA$55.25
- From Geneva to Lucerne From CA$70.85
Other train journeys from Lucerne
- From Lucerne to Basel From CA$29.90
- From Lucerne to Interlaken From CA$39.00
- From Lucerne to Mannheim From CA$46.15
- From Lucerne to Olten From CA$19.50
- From Lucerne to Zurich From CA$22.75
- From Lucerne to Arth-Goldau From CA$11.70
- From Lucerne to Paris From CA$61.10
- From Lucerne to Strasbourg From CA$52.65
- From Lucerne to Lausanne From CA$68.25
- From Lucerne to Bern From CA$33.80
- From Lucerne to Geneva From CA$70.20
- From Lucerne to Salzburg From CA$174.85
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