Lucerne to Gruyeres train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Lucerne to Gruyeres take around 2 hours and 21 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 108 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lucerne is scheduled to depart at around  00:16. The last departure is usually at around 21:54 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lucerne at around 00:47, with the last train leaving at around 21:05. 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 1 hour.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$53.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Gruyeres, 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 Gruyeres.

Is there a direct train from Lucerne to Gruyeres?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Lucerne to Gruyeres 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 Lucerne to Gruyeres?

The Lucerne to Gruyeres train travel takes about 2 hours and 21 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lucerne to Gruyeres train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gruyeres leaving Lucerne at around 00:16 and the last train leaving at around 21:54 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lucerne at around 00:47, with the final departure at 21:05.