What is the cheapest way to get from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne?

The cheapest way to get from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne is to bus which costs SFr 6 - SFr 10 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne?

The fastest way to get from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 23.

Is there a direct bus between Basel St. Johann and Lake Lucerne?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Basel, Im Wasenboden and arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof via Basel, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Basel St. Johann and Lake Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Basel, Bahnhof St. Johann and arriving at Luzern via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne?

The distance between Basel St. Johann and Lake Lucerne is 96 km. The road distance is 98 km.

How do I travel from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne without a car?

The best way to get from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne without a car is to train via Luzern, Werkhofstrasse which takes 1h 54m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 55.

How long does it take to get from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne bus from?

Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Basel, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne train from?

Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne?

The best way to get from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne is to train via Luzern, Werkhofstrasse which takes 1h 54m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 6 - SFr 10 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne bus arrive?

Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Luzern, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne train arrive?

Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne?

Book your Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lake Lucerne?

There are 706+ hotels available in Lake Lucerne.

Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromBasel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Luzern, Werkhofstrasse
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
1h 54m
CHF 34–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
2h 56m
CHF 6–10
Drive 98 km
1. Drive from Basel St. Johann to Lucernecar 98 km
1h 3m
CHF 16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain Ir26
2h 6m
CHF 31–96
Train via Gelterkinden
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Gelterkindentrain S3 / ...
2. Take the train from Gelterkinden to Luzerntrain Ir27
2h 46m
CHF 35–101

Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne by tram, train, and bus

130Weekly Services

1h 54mAverage Duration

CHF 34Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Basel St. Johann to Lake Lucerne.

Launch map view

Distance: 96.4 km
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Basel St. Johann, Switzerland and Lake Lucerne, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Luzern every 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 30–95 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Schweizerische Südostbahn AG also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Zlatan Prevoz doo operates a bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Luzern, Bahnhof once a week. Tickets cost CHF 4–7 and the journey takes 1h 43m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.