What is the cheapest way to get from Bern to Lucerne?

The cheapest way to get from Bern to Lucerne is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 9h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bern to Lucerne?

The fastest way to get from Bern to Lucerne is to drive which takes 5h 32m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Bern and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bern to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Bern and arriving at AISONE - Furan via Turin and CUNEO - Piazzale Libertà / Stazione FS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

How far is it from Bern to Lucerne?

The distance between Bern and Lucerne is 438 km. The road distance is 437.3 km.

How do I travel from Bern to Lucerne without a car?

The best way to get from Bern to Lucerne without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 42m and costs €35 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Bern to Lucerne?

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Bern to Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bern to Lucerne bus from?

Bern to Lucerne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bern station.

Where does the Bern to Lucerne bus arrive?

Bern to Lucerne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Turin station.

Can I drive from Bern to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bern to Lucerne is 437 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Bern to Lucerne.

Where can I stay near Lucerne?

There are 615+ hotels available in Lucerne.

Bern to Lucerne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bern to Lucerne by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bern to Turinbus FlixBus N506
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Nuova to Cuneotrain 3211 / ...
8h 42m
€37–61
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bern to Turinbus FlixBus N506
2. Take the bus from Turin to Cuneobus 416
9h 23m
€34–57
Drive 437.3 km
1. Drive from Bern to Lucernecar 437.3 km
5h 32m
€77–111

Bern to Lucerne by bus and train

7Weekly Services

8h 42mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 438.2 km
Duration: 8h 42m

What companies run services between Bern, Switzerland and Lucerne, Italy?

You can take a bus from Bern to AISONE - Furan via Turin, Cuneo, and CUNEO - Piazzale Libertà / Stazione FS in around 9h 23m.

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