The average train between Linz and Lucerne takes 12h 40m and the fastest train takes 9h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz 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 3 times a day between Linz and Lucerne. The earliest departure is at 12:45 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Linz is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Lucerne at 2:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Feldkirch and take an average of 12h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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19h 40m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Linz 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 Linz to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Linz station and arriving at Lucerne station via Feldkirch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.
Linz to Lucerne train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Linz to Lucerne train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Luzern station.
Book your Linz to Lucerne train tickets online with Railjet and Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
The distance between Linz and Lucerne is 468.8 km. The road distance is 648 km.
You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Luzern via Feldkirch and Zürich HB in around 8h 58m.