Travelling by train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lucerne

Ready to travel from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lucerne by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost for travel between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Lucerne

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is €46.98, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lucerne train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 04:58.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:07.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 05:00.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 23:07.

  • 19 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 49 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Lucerne

The route’s fastest journey takes 5 hours and 50 minutes, covering a total of 216 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Lucerne?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Lucerne 6 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lucerne travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Lucerne.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lucerne by train?

The train journey between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Lucerne covers 216 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lucerne?

The cheapest fare on this route is €46.98. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lucerne train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 6 months before the travel date.

How long does the train take from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Lucerne?

The fastest travel time is 5 hours and 50 minutes.