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Trains from Lucerne to St-Margrethen

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Trains to St-Margrethen from Lucerne

Want to travel from Lucerne to St-Margrethen by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 2 hours 49 minutes to travel from Lucerne to St-Margrethen by train. You'll find on average 55 trains per day running on this route.

Trains are direct, so once you’re on board you can sit back and relax.

SBB trains operate on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

Trains to St-Margrethen from Lucerne

First train

00:51

Last train

23:35

Departure stationLucerne
Arrival stationSt-Margrethen
Journey time

From 2h 14m

Distance

68 miles (110 km)

Frequency

55 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train and bus operators

SBB CFF FFS

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Lucerne to St-Margrethen?

Want to know more about your journey from Lucerne to St-Margrethen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to St-Margrethen from Lucerne?

To travel to St-Margrethen from Lucerne, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 49 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 14 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Lucerne to St-Margrethen?

Trains from Lucerne to St-Margrethen take an average of 2 hours and 49 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 14 minutes. You'll usually find 55 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Lucerne and St-Margrethen by train?

The quickest journey time between Lucerne and St-Margrethen by train is 2 hours and 14 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Lucerne to St-Margrethen?

Yes, there are direct trains running from Lucerne to St-Margrethen, you’ll usually find around 12 per day travelling on this route.

What are the train times from Lucerne to St-Margrethen?

Check out the next trains departing from Lucerne to St-Margrethen for Tuesday 21st July 2026. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:0912:462h 37m, direct
10:3513:062h 31m, 2 changes
11:0913:362h 27m, 2 changes
11:0913:462h 37m, direct
11:3513:492h 14m, 1 change
12:0914:362h 27m, 2 changes
12:0914:462h 37m, direct
12:3515:062h 31m, 2 changes
13:0915:362h 27m, 2 changes
13:0915:462h 37m, direct

SBB trains from Lucerne to St-Margrethen

You can travel from Lucerne to St-Margrethen on SBB trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

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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How do I find cheap train tickets from Lucerne to St-Margrethen?

If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

1. Be flexible with your travel times

If you can, consider travelling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as many train companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

2. Buy a rail pass

If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Interrail Passes that are valid for travel within one country or multiple countries across Europe.

3. Choose a slower or connecting train

On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

4. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts

Many train companies in Europe will often run sales on tickets throughout the year or offer discounts to senior/youth/group travellers, so keep an eye out!

5. Take a night train

Save on accommodation and use the night to travel by sleeper train to your next destination.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

§Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

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