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Essen Hbf to Lucerne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen Hbf and Lucerne takes 6h 13m and the fastest train takes 6h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen Hbf 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.

6h 13m
Duration
668 km
Distance
CHF 154
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Basel

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  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Basel SBBtrain train 43
  2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain train Ic21 / ...
6h 27m
CHF 127–279

Essen Hbf to Lucerne train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Essen Hbf and Lucerne. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen Hbf is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Lucerne at 6:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 668.2 km
  • Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Essen Hbf, Germany and Lucerne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Luzern via Basel SBB in around 6h 27m.

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