Innsbruck to Lucerne train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Innsbruck to Lucerne take around 4 hours and 37 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 235 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Innsbruck is scheduled to depart at around  04:31. The last departure is usually at around 22:58 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Innsbruck at around 05:17, with the last train leaving at around 22:58. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 15 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 17 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £23.82.

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 Innsbruck to Lucerne?

The journey between Innsbruck and Lucerne usually involves one change of train.

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

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Innsbruck to Lucerne?

The Innsbruck to Lucerne train travel takes about 4 hours and 37 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Innsbruck to Lucerne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lucerne leaving Innsbruck at around 04:31 and the last train leaving at around 22:58 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Innsbruck at around 05:17, with the final departure at 22:58.