Zurich to Lüneburg by train

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Overview: trains from Zurich to Lüneburg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Zurich to Lüneburg, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:59 View journey
Last train 21:42 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 7hr 40m View journey
Distance (km) 667
Trains / day 4 View all
Cheapest journey CA$78.65 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 34m
Train operators 3

Going from Zurich to Lüneburg by train

About to set off from Zurich to Lüneburg by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost between Zurich and Lüneburg: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from CA$78.65, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train times for travel between Zurich and Lüneburg

If you are taking the train from Zurich to Lüneburg, you will have 4 trains each day (with a departure every 3 hours and 15 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:59. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 21:42. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:59, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 19:59.

How long is the train journey from Zurich to Lüneburg?

This journey covers a total of 667 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 7 hours and 40 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Zurich and Lüneburg

Tickets for travel between Zurich and Lüneburg can be booked 4 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Zurich to Lüneburg

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Lüneburg city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Zurich to Lüneburg

Want to know more about your journey from Zurich to Lüneburg? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from Zurich to Lüneburg covers a distance of 667 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.