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Travelling from Interlaken Ost to Lucerne by train
Looking to travel from Interlaken Ost to Lucerne by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 12 minutes to travel from Interlaken Ost to Lucerne by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 51 minutes though. You'll usually find 21 trains per day running along the 32 miles (52 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes on your way to Lucerne. You'll probably be hopping onto a SBB train to get to Lucerne, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Interlaken Ost to Lucerne.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Lucerne by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Interlaken Ost to Lucerne by train
| First train | 04:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:04 | |
| Departure station | Interlaken Ost | |
| Arrival station | Lucerne | |
| Journey time | From 1h 51m | |
| Distance | 32 miles (52 km) | |
| Frequency | 21 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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SBB trains from Interlaken Ost to Lucerne
The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).
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Cheap train tickets from Interlaken Ost to Lucerne
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Interlaken Ost to Lucerne by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.