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Trip Summary
You can pick from 32 daily train trips between Chemnitz and Lucerne. The average train journey from Chemnitz to Lucerne takes 10 hours and 44 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 8 hours and 34 minutes.
| Distance | 335 mi (538 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 34m |
| Lowest price | $100.26 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Chemnitz to Lucerne?
2 train services operate from Chemnitz to Lucerne. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 26 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 6 | 13h 36m | $125.36 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 26 | 10h 6m | $152.14 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Chemnitz to Lucerne start from $100, and on average cost . Daily there are 26 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Lucerne. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Chemnitz leaves from Chemnitz Hbf . And in Lucerne trains arrive at Luzern .
From Chemnitz to Lucerne train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 10 hours and 6 minutes. If you are looking to get to Lucerne faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 8 hours and 34 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 26 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Lucerne.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Chemnitz and Lucerne is approximately 335 miles, or 538 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 44 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 34 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Chemnitz to Lucerne on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Chemnitz at 4:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 32 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lucerne to Chemnitz.
City Information
Chemnitz
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Named for the river running through the town, Chemnitz is a cultural center in Saxony, close to Germany's border with Czechia. The city was known as Karl-Marx-Stadt before German reunification, and an enormous bronze sculpture of Karl Marx's head reminds visitors of this legacy. Other notable structures in town include the Red Tower, a remnant of the city's 12-century walls, and the striking Altes Rathaus, or Old Town Hall. These two buildings are located close to the city center, with many enticing restaurants and unique shops in between.
You can find even more of Chemnitz's unique architecture in the Kassberg neighborhood, a residential area of 18th-century and 19th-century Art Nouveau buildings. For something a bit more special, check out trunks of petrified wood from Chemnitz petrified forest on display at the Museum of Natural History.
Dresden has the closest passenger airport to Chemnitz, but it is nearly an hour away. So, ground travel is often much more convenient to travel into Chemnitz. Check out cheap bus tickets on local carriers like FlixBus, or experience Germany's reliable rail network on a Deutsche Bahn train trip.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Chemnitz?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Chemnitz.
All train stations in Chemnitz:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Lucerne?
Main arrival station: Luzern
Lucerne has one train station.
Train stations in Lucerne:
Luzern
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