Trains in Luxembourg

Luxembourg has made all public transport free nationwide, including trains, trams, and buses. You don't need a ticket for travel within the country. Simply board any CFL (Société Nationale des Chemins de Fer Luxembourgeois) train and ride. The network connects Luxembourg City to towns like Ettelbruck, Esch-sur-Alzette, and Diekirch, with frequent service throughout the day.

Yes. Since March 2020, all standard second-class public transport within Luxembourg is free, trains, buses, and trams. No ticket or pass is needed. First-class seating on trains still requires a paid upgrade. Cross-border trains are free only for the Luxembourg portion of the journey; you'll need a valid ticket for the section outside the country.

Direct international trains connect Luxembourg City to Brussels and Paris. Services to Brussels typically take around three hours, while Paris connections run via the TGV high-speed line in roughly two hours. Book international tickets through CFL or the operating carrier's website. Booking in advance generally secures lower fares compared to buying on the day of travel.

Luxembourg City's main station is Gare Centrale, located south of the city center in the Gare district. It handles both domestic and international services. The station has luggage lockers, shops, and connects to the city's tram line. Walking from the station to the old town takes about 15 to 20 minutes, or you can take the free tram or bus.

Luxembourg's compact size makes day trips easy. Domestically, Vianden, Echternach, and Clervaux are all reachable by train and bus, and free. Internationally, Trier in Germany is under an hour by train, and Metz in France is under 90 minutes. You'll only need a ticket for the portion of the journey outside Luxembourg's borders.

CFL trains have open luggage areas near the doors and overhead racks. There are no strict luggage limits for domestic travel. Bikes can be brought on board for free, though space is limited during peak commuter hours. At Gare Centrale, coin-operated luggage lockers are available if you want to explore the city before checking in.

For domestic second-class travel, no ticket or validation is needed since public transport is free. If you hold a first-class upgrade or a cross-border ticket, keep it with you for inspection. International tickets purchased online typically show a QR code, have it ready on your phone or printed. Conductors do check tickets on cross-border services.