Luzern–Engelberg every half hour.
More connections for hiking and winter adventures.
From 13 December 2026, direct trains will run from Lucerne to Engelberg every half hour during the day. Whether you’re heading for the ski slopes, exploring a hiking trail or simply taking a break from everyday life, the new half-hourly service gives you more choice for your outward and return journeys
From 13 December 2026, direct trains will run from Lucerne to Engelberg every half hour during the day. Whether you’re heading for the ski slopes, exploring a hiking trail or simply taking a break from everyday life, the new half-hourly service gives you more choice for your outward and return journeys
Getting to Engelberg just got easier
The Luzern–Engelberg Express is getting extra support: the new RegioExpress RE44 will complement the existing timetable to provide a half-hourly service between Lucerne and Engelberg. This means more departure options and greater flexibility for your journey home.
The surrounding region will benefit too: passengers from Horw, Hergiswil and Stansstad will have a direct connection to Engelberg every hour.
The new trains will depart from both Lucerne and Engelberg at 35 minutes past the hour.
Modern trains for your journey
The new half-hourly service also brings new trains. Bright interiors, comfortable, stylish seating and more space for luggage make your journey even more relaxing. All carriages feature panoramic windows and air conditioning. Sit back and enjoy the views. Your getaway starts on board!
FAQ
- Lucerne–Engelberg: hourly from 06:35 to 17:35 on the RE44
- Engelberg–Lucerne: hourly from 06:35 to 18:35 on the RE44
- Journey time: 47 minutes
The RE44 stops at the following stations:
- Luzern
- Kriens Mattenhof
- Horw
- Hergiswil NW
- Stansstad
- Stans
- Dallenwil
- Wolfenschiessen
- Engelberg
Individual seats in 1st and 2nd class on the RE44 can be reserved at SBB.ch, in the SBB Mobile app, through Shop Lucerne or at a staffed ticket office. The seat reservation fee is CHF 10.
Groups and school parties of 10 or more people benefit from a 30% discount. Bookings can be made at a staffed ticket office.
No. Simply purchase a standard train ticket for the full route or the section you wish to travel. The entire route is also covered by the Swiss Travel Pass, Interrail, Eurail and the GA Travelcard. Half Fare Travelcard holders receive a 50% discount.
Yes, the trains offer low-floor boarding and dedicated wheelchair spaces.
Yes. Please use the designated bicycle areas and purchase a ticket for your bicycle.
No, the RE44 does not have a Globi carriage. The Luzern–Engelberg Express, departing from Lucerne at XX:10 and from Engelberg at XX:02, has a Globi carriage.