Chiasso to Lucerne by train

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Overview: trains from Chiasso to Lucerne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Chiasso to Lucerne, 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 05:30 View journey
Last train 11:30 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 11m View journey
Distance (km) 146
Trains / day 9 View all
Cheapest journey €44.79 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 38m
Train operators 12

Chiasso to Lucerne train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Chiasso to Lucerne take around 2 hours and 11 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 146 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Chiasso is scheduled to depart at around  05:30. The last departure is usually at around 11:24. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 9 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 €44.79.

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 Chiasso to Lucerne?

Yes, there is a direct train from Chiasso to Lucerne.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

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

The Chiasso to Lucerne train travel takes about 2 hours and 11 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Chiasso to Lucerne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lucerne leaving Chiasso at around 05:30 and the last train leaving at around 11:24. This is the same at the weekend.

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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.