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The average train between Ulm and Lucerne takes 5h 37m and the fastest train takes 5h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Ulm 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.

5h 37m
Duration
292 km
Distance
CHF 70
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhoftrain train Re5 / ...
  2. Take the train from Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof to Singentrain train Re3
  3. Take the train from Singen to Zürich HBtrain train Ic
  4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain train Ir / ...
5h 34m
CHF 55–172

Ulm to Lucerne train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Ulm and Lucerne. The earliest departure is at 12:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Ulm is at 10:47 PM which arrives into Lucerne at 9:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof and take an average of 5h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 30m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 8m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 6m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)9h 7m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 30m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 8m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)9h 7m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 30m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 8m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)9h 7m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 30m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 8m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)9h 7m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 30m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 8m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 6m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 18m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 8m • 3 changes

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    DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 19m • 3 changes

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    Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)5h 6m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ulm 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.

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  • Distance: 292 km
  • Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Ulm, Germany and Lucerne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Luzern via Friedrichsh. Stadtbahnhof, Singen, and Zürich HB in around 5h 34m.

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