The average train between Trier and Lucerne takes 7h 17m and the fastest train takes 6h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Trier 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 2 hours between Trier and Lucerne. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Trier is at 8:33 PM which arrives into Lucerne at 8:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 7h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 32m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Trier 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 Trier to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Trier station and arriving at Lucerne station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.
Trier to Lucerne train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Trier to Lucerne train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Luzern station.
Book your Trier to Lucerne train tickets online with Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Trier and Lucerne is 325.3 km. The road distance is 563 km.
You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Luzern via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Basel SBB in around 7h 10m.