Lucerne to Salzburg train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Lucerne to Salzburg take around 6 hours and 23 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 366 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lucerne is scheduled to depart at around  00:30. The last departure is usually at around 23:54. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 23 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 31 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$50.00.

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

Is there a direct train from Lucerne to Salzburg?

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

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

The Lucerne to Salzburg train travel takes about 6 hours and 23 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lucerne to Salzburg train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Salzburg leaving Lucerne at around 00:30 and the last train leaving at around 23:54. This is the same at the weekend.