The average train between Dresden and Lucerne takes 11h 47m and the fastest train takes 8h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Dresden to Lucerne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Dresden and Lucerne. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dresden is at 9:12 PM which arrives into Lucerne at 2:05 PM. All services require a transfer at Leipzig Hbf and take an average of 11h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Dresden to Lucerne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Dresden station and arriving at Lucerne station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.
Dresden to Lucerne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.
Dresden to Lucerne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Luzern station.
Book your Dresden to Lucerne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dresden and Lucerne is 595.1 km. The road distance is 914 km.
You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Luzern via Leipzig Hbf, Fulda Bahnhof, and Basel SBB in around 10h 52m.