Oberhausen to Lucerne by train

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Overview: trains from Oberhausen to Lucerne

Find the key information for travelling by train from Oberhausen 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 00:10 View journey
Last train 23:08 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 5hr 57m View journey
Distance (km) 504
Trains / day 15 View all
Cheapest journey €123.52 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 8m
Train operators 23

Travelling by train from Oberhausen to Lucerne

Ready to travel from Oberhausen 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.

Cost of a train ticket between Oberhausen and Lucerne

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €123.52. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 6 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Oberhausen to Lucerne train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 00:26.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:08.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 00:10.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 19:27.

  • 15 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 1 hour and 9 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Oberhausen to Lucerne

Trains can complete this route in as little as 5 hours and 57 minutes. The total distance travelled is 504 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Oberhausen and Lucerne?

You can secure tickets for travel between Oberhausen and Lucerne up to 6 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making the most of your trip to Lucerne

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Lucerne.

FAQs about the train journey from Oberhausen to Lucerne

Want to know more about your journey from Oberhausen to Lucerne? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Oberhausen and Lucerne covers 504 kilometres.

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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.