Paris to Lucerne train
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How much does a train ticket from Paris to Lucerne cost?
How long does a journey on a train from Paris to Lucerne take?
How long does the fastest train take to travel from Paris to Lucerne?
How many trains run from Paris to Lucerne each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Paris and Lucerne?
What is the distance between Paris and Lucerne by train?
What time is the first train from Paris to Lucerne?
What time is the last train from Paris to Lucerne?
To leave Paris, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Lucerne, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Paris to Lucerne?
What services are offered on board?
If you make this journey on TGV INOUI, you can travel with your bike for just 10 euros. Select this option when booking. Your bike must be stored in a dedicated space on the train.
Because transport is a service for everyone, on TGV Lyria, in carriages 1 or 11, you will have a PREMIÈRE class seat specially reserved for wheelchair users.
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How to buy a cheap train ticket from Paris to Lucerne?
Price of a Paris – Lucerne Train Ticket
For a cheap train ticket from Paris to Lucerne, 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 Paris to Lucerne with your discount card or subscription. Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Paris to Lucerne at the best price.
Promotional Fare for Paris – Lucerne
We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Paris to Lucerne throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.
Last-minute Paris – Lucerne Train
On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Paris to Lucerne 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 Paris to Lucerne and alternative routes
On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Lucerne on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.
Which companies operate the train from Paris to Lucerne?
TGV Lyria
Travel from Paris to Lucerne with TGV Lyria! A hassle-free trip from one town center to another. Settle down in one of the 3 classes of comfort available and enjoy a comfy trip and numerous onboard services including free Wi-Fi! Book 6 months in advance to get the best deals!
What travel classes are available on the Paris to Lucerne train?
TGV Lyria
TGV Lyria operates the journey between Paris and Lucerne. You can choose from one of the three classes:
STANDARD
- A comfy reclining seat with a shared power socket
- No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
- Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
- Access to the buffet car
- Order food and refreshments online and collect them from the buffet car
- There are 3 options if you need to change your ticket or want a refund.
PREMIERE
- Choice of seat
- Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
- A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
- No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
- Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
- Access to the buffet car
- Order food and refreshments online and have them delivered to your seat
- Total or partial flexibility regarding ticket use
PREMIERE SIGNATURE
- Choice of seat
- Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
- Fast-track boarding at Paris Gare de Lyon
- A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
- A dedicated, quiet carriage with just 38 seats
- No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
- Free Wi-Fi connection with exclusive access to a wide range of press and entertainment via the TGV Lyria Portal
- A personalised welcome, with a complementary drink and a refreshing scented oshibori towel
- Dedicated on-board staff throughout the journey
- A hot meal created by our Michelin-starred chefs, plated and served at your seat
- Complimentary drinks
- Flexible access to the day's trains
- Total flexibility regarding ticket use
What on-board services are available on the Paris to Lucerne train?
TGV Lyria
Which stations does the train from Paris to Lucerne depart from and arrive at?
Paris Gare de Lyon
Paris Gare de Lyon is the second busiest railway station in the capital, welcoming more than 30 million passengers each year. Located in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, it is the departure and arrival point for journeys to and from southern and south-eastern France, Spain, Italy and Switzerland. It also serves the south-east of the Paris region.
How do I get to Gare de Lyon in Paris?
Gare de Lyon is very well served by public transport. Metro lines 1 and 14 and RER A and D serve the station underground. Many buses and Noctilien services stop right next to the station.
What are the main connections from Gare de Lyon in Paris?
Several operators run services from Paris Gare de Lyon. You can take TGV INOUI and OUIGO trains on the South-East high-speed line, TGV Lyria to Switzerland, and Transilien line R (Paris South-East network).
There are plenty of destinations to choose from. TGV trains serving south-eastern France take you to Dijon, Besançon, Lyon, Annecy and Chambéry, among others. Connections to the Grand Est and Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur regions are also available. You can travel to cities in Occitanie such as Nîmes and Montpellier, and take the TGV Lyria line to Basel, Geneva, Zurich and Lausanne. TGV INOUI services run to Italy (Turin and Milan) and Spain (Figueres and Barcelona). Locally, Transilien line R serves the south-east of the capital, notably to Montargis and Montereau.
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