What is the cheapest way to get from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station?

The cheapest way to get from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station is to bus which costs SFr 4 - SFr 7 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station?

The fastest way to get from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station is to drive which takes 59 min and costs SFr 15 - SFr 23.

Is there a direct bus between Basel (Station) and Lucerne Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel, Bahnhof and arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof. Services depart once a week, and operate Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Basel (Station) and Lucerne Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Luzern. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station?

The distance between Basel (Station) and Lucerne Station is 92 km. The road distance is 95.5 km.

How do I travel from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station without a car?

The best way to get from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

How long does it take to get from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station?

The train from Basel SBB to Luzern takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station bus from?

Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Basel, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station train from?

Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station?

The best way to get from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 4 - SFr 7 and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station bus arrive?

Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Luzern, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station train arrive?

Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station is 96 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station?

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Where can I stay near Lucerne Station?

There are 685+ hotels available in Lucerne Station.

Can I share a ride from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel (Station) and Lucerne Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 4 ways to get from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
1h 1m
CHF 30–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
1h 51m
CHF 4–7
Drive 95.5 km
1. Drive from Basel (Station) to Lucerne Stationcar 95.5 km
59 min
CHF 16–23
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Lucernerideshare 97 km
1h 55m
CHF 4–10

Basel (Station) to Lucerne Station by train

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Distance: 92.4 km
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Basel (Station), Canton of Basel-City, Switzerland and Lucerne Station, 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.

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