Travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne by train

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

The fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne take around 3 hours and 59 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 341 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Frankfurt am Main is scheduled to depart at around  02:33. The last departure is usually at around 22:20 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Frankfurt am Main at around 02:25, with the last train leaving at around 23:06. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 44 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 13 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €39.59.

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 Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne?

The journey between Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne 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 Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne?

The Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne train travel takes about 3 hours and 59 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lucerne leaving Frankfurt am Main at around 02:33 and the last train leaving at around 22:20 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Frankfurt am Main at around 02:25, with the final departure at 23:06.