The average train between Avenches and Lucerne takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Avenches 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 hourly between Avenches and Lucerne. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Avenches is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Lucerne at 11:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Kerzers and take an average of 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Avenches 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 Avenches to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Avenches station and arriving at Lucerne station via Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Avenches to Lucerne train services, operated by BLS AG, depart from Kerzers station.
Avenches to Lucerne train services, operated by BLS AG, arrive at Luzern station.
The distance between Avenches and Lucerne is 97.9 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from Avenches to Luzern via Kerzers and Bern in around 2h 43m.