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Lucerne to Bern train

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Information about the Lucerne to Bern train

Travel by train from Lucerne to Bern. 55 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lucerne at 4h 58m and the last at 23h 54m, allowing you to cover the 67.01 km distance in as little as 1h 00m.

Cheap train tickets from Lucerne to Bern

How much does a train ticket from Lucerne to Bern cost?

To take advantage of the best fares, plan ahead and purchase your train ticket early. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. Create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be informed of the best deals in advance.

How long does a journey on a train from Lucerne to Bern take?

The Lucerne to Bern journey lasts approximately 1h 17m.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Lucerne to Bern?

The journey from Lucerne to Bern on the fastest train takes 1h 00m.

How many trains run from Lucerne to Bern each day?

Each day, 55 trains depart from Lucerne to Bern.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Lucerne and Bern?

You can reach Bern from Lucerne via Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Lucerne and Bern by train?

The train journey between Lucerne and Bern, covers around 67.01 km.

What time is the first train from Lucerne to Bern?

The first Lucerne to Bern train departs at 4h 58m.

What time is the last train from Lucerne to Bern?

You can wait until 23h 54m at the latest to take the last Lucerne to Bern train.

To leave Lucerne, which station(s) can I depart from?

On this page, you will find trains departing from: LUZERN.

At Bern, which station(s) will I arrive at?

This page lists trains arriving at: BERN.

Which train companies operate trains from Lucerne to Bern?

Journeys from Lucerne to Bern are operated by SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB).

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Bern?

The price of a Lucerne – Bern train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Lucerne to Bern thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Bern.

Price of a Lucerne – Bern Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Bern, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Lucerne to Bern with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Lucerne to Bern at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lucerne – Bern

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Lucerne to Bern? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute Lucerne – Bern Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Lucerne to Bern ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Lucerne to Bern and alternative routes

For your journey to Bern, if a direct train is available from Lucerne, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Which companies operate the train from Lucerne to Bern?

If you're travelling from Lucerne to Bern, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

SBB

Travel from Lucerne to Bern with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). SBB is Switzerland’s national rail operator, with an extensive and punctual network connecting cities across the country efficiently. SBB operates a range of services, including high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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What travel classes are available on the Lucerne to Bern train?

To travel from Lucerne to Bern, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

SBB

Travel from Lucerne to Bern by train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Depending on your journey and the train selected, enjoy 1st or 2nd class comfort on long-distance InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, tilting trains, or the regional network, which includes InterRegio (IR), RegioExpress (RE), and Regio (R) services. Your SBB train ticket Lucerne - Bern allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.

What on-board services are available on the Lucerne to Bern train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lucerne to Bern route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

SBB

  • Treats and relaxation at the SBB Restaurant

    Turn your journey into a break: enjoy a selection of carefully chosen meals and drinks at the SBB Restaurant or SBB Bistro, to delight your taste buds even on the train.

  • Free Internet on board and in stations

    Browse free of charge: thanks to SBB WiFi, Internet access is available in many stations and on board mainline trains!

  • Enhanced comfort in 1st class

    Travel with greater ease: in 1st class, you'll enjoy more legroom, individually adjustable seats spaced further apart, outlets in every compartment, 2+1 layouts, as well as "business" and "quiet" areas for greater peace of mind.

  • Transporting your luggage on board the train

    SBB makes it easy to travel with your luggage. You can keep your luggage with you on the train thanks to the numerous storage areas: under or between the seats, in the overhead luggage racks, or in the multi-function compartments of duplex cars. Pictograms indicate luggage and stroller zones.

  • Transporting your bicycle on board the train

    Bicycles are welcome on SBB trains. You can transport your personal bicycle in the areas provided, including in the IC2000 cars on the lower level. Groups of cyclists (10 people or more) can benefit from specially adapted services on booking. Folding bicycles can be transported as hand luggage, without a specific ticket. For other types of bicycles, we recommend checking transport conditions and booking in advance, especially during busy periods.

  • Travelling with your pet

    Small animals, up to the size of a cat, can travel free of charge on SBB trains if they are transported in a closed cage or bag, placed under the seat or in the luggage racks. For dogs, a specific ticket is required and can be purchased via the SNCF Connect application. Dogs must be kept on a leash and remain on the floor during the journey.

Lucerne to Bern train schedule for Tuesday 4 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
4h 58m 6h 26m 1h 28m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4706
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Emmenbruecke Kapf
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Nottwil
  • Oberkirch Lu
  • Sursee
  • St. Erhard-Knutwil
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Brittnau-Wikon
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 607
  • Bern
5h 30m 6h 56m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2456
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    SBB 957
  • Bern
6h 00m 7h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2508
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
6h 05m 7h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4708
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 61
  • Bern
6h 30m 7h 56m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2458
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    SBB 959
  • Bern
7h 00m 8h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2510
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
7h 05m 8h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4710
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 611
  • Bern
7h 30m 8h 56m 1h 26m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2460
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 271
  • Bern
8h 00m 9h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2512
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
8h 05m 9h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4712
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 613
  • Bern
8h 30m 9h 56m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2462
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    SBB 963
  • Bern
9h 00m 10h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2514
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
9h 05m 10h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4714
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 615
  • Bern
9h 30m 10h 56m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2464
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    SBB 965
  • Bern
10h 00m 11h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2516
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
10h 05m 11h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4716
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 617
  • Bern
10h 30m 11h 56m 1h 26m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2466
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 101
  • Bern
11h 00m 12h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2518
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
11h 05m 12h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4718
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 619
  • Bern
11h 30m 12h 56m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2468
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    SBB 969
  • Bern
12h 00m 13h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2520
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
12h 05m 13h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4720
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 65
  • Bern
12h 30m 13h 56m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2470
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    SBB 971
  • Bern
13h 00m 14h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2522
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
13h 05m 14h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4722
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 623
  • Bern
13h 30m 14h 56m 1h 26m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2472
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 279
  • Bern
14h 00m 15h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2524
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
14h 05m 15h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4724
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 625
  • Bern
14h 30m 15h 56m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2474
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    SBB 975
  • Bern
15h 00m 16h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2526
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
15h 05m 16h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4726
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 627
  • Bern
15h 30m 16h 56m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2476
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    SBB 977
  • Bern
16h 00m 17h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2528
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
16h 05m 17h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4728
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 629
  • Bern
16h 30m 17h 56m 1h 26m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2478
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 107
  • Bern
17h 00m 18h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2530
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
17h 05m 18h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4730
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 67
  • Bern
17h 30m 18h 56m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2480
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    SBB 981
  • Bern
18h 00m 19h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2532
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
18h 05m 19h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4732
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 633
  • Bern
18h 30m 19h 56m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2482
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    SBB 983
  • Bern
19h 00m 20h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2534
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
19h 05m 20h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4734
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 635
  • Bern
19h 30m 20h 56m 1h 26m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2484
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 375
  • Bern
20h 00m 21h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2536
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
20h 05m 21h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4736
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 637
  • Bern
20h 30m 21h 56m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2486
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Olten
    SBB 987
  • Bern
21h 00m 22h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2538
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
21h 05m 22h 26m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4738
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 06 min
  • Olten
    SBB 641
  • Bern
21h 14m 22h 56m 1h 42m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 21173
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Emmenbruecke Gersag
  • Emmenbruecke Kapf
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Nottwil
  • Oberkirch Lu
  • Sursee
  • Connection: 11 min
  • Sursee
    SBB 8987
  • St. Erhard-Knutwil
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Brittnau-Wikon
  • Zofingen
  • Aarburg-Oftringen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Olten
    SBB 989
  • Bern
22h 00m 23h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2540
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
22h 05m 23h 26m 1h 21m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4740
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Aarburg-Oftringen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 05 min
  • Olten
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 377
  • Bern
23h 00m 0h 00m 1h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 2542
  • Sursee
  • Zofingen
  • Bern
23h 05m 0h 31m 1h 26m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 4742
  • Emmenbruecke
  • Rothenburg(Ch) Station
  • Sempach-Neuenkirch
  • Sursee
  • Wauwil
  • Nebikon
  • Dagmersellen
  • Reiden
  • Zofingen
  • Aarburg-Oftringen
  • Olten
  • Connection: 11 min
  • Olten
    SBB 740
  • Bern
23h 54m 1h 15m 1h 21m SBB
Booking
  • Luzern
    SBB 696
  • Olten
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Olten
    SBB 842
  • Bern