The average train between Aachen and Lucerne takes 6h 31m and the fastest train takes 6h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Aachen 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 Aachen and Lucerne. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aachen is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Lucerne at 8:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 6h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 14m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Aachen 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 Aachen to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Aachen Hbf station and arriving at Luzern station via Koeln Hbf station and Basel SBB station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.
Aachen to Lucerne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Aachen Hbf station.
Aachen to Lucerne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Luzern station.
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The distance between Aachen and Lucerne is 445 km. The road distance is 562 km.
You can take a train from Aachen Hbf to Luzern via Köln Hbf and Basel SBB in around 6h 38m.