Lucerne to Interlaken by train

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Overview: trains from Lucerne to Interlaken

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lucerne to Interlaken, 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 06:06 View journey
Last train 21:06 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 46m View journey
Distance (km) 52
Trains / day 20 View all
Cheapest journey €27.49 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 49m
Train operators 36

Travelling from Lucerne to Interlaken by train

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

The fastest trains from Lucerne to Interlaken take around 1 hour and 46 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 52 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lucerne is scheduled to depart at around  06:06. The last departure is usually at around 21:06. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 20 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 €27.49.

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

Is there a direct train from Lucerne to Interlaken?

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

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

The Lucerne to Interlaken train travel takes about 1 hour and 46 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lucerne to Interlaken train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Interlaken leaving Lucerne at around 06:06 and the last train leaving at around 21:06. 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.