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

The cheapest way to get from Bratislava to Lucerne is to bus which costs SFr 65 - SFr 100 and takes 13h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bratislava to Lucerne is to bus and fly and train which takes 5h 17m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 270.

Is there a direct bus between Bratislava and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bratislava to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy and arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof via Zürich Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bratislava and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Bratislava to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica and arriving at Luzern via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 47m.

How far is it from Bratislava to Lucerne?

The distance between Bratislava and Lucerne is 725 km. The road distance is 801.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bratislava to Lucerne without a car is to train which takes 9h 47m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Bratislava to Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bratislava to Lucerne bus from?

Bratislava to Lucerne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station.

Where do I catch the Bratislava to Lucerne train from?

Bratislava to Lucerne train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica station.

Train or bus from Bratislava to Lucerne?

The best way to get from Bratislava to Lucerne is to train which takes 9h 47m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 100 and takes 13h 15m.

Where does the Bratislava to Lucerne bus arrive?

Bratislava to Lucerne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Bratislava to Lucerne train arrive?

Bratislava to Lucerne train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Bratislava to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bratislava to Lucerne is 802 km. It takes approximately 8h 41m to drive from Bratislava to Lucerne.

How do I get a train ticket from Bratislava to Lucerne?

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Where can I stay near Lucerne?

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Bratislava to Lucerne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Bratislava to Lucerne by bus, plane, train, 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.

Bus to Vienna International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bratislava centre to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VIE - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
5h 17m
CHF 109–270
Fly Bratislava Airport to Basel, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Bratislava Airport (BTS) to Basel (BSL)plane BTS - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain
6h 5m
CHF 55–225
Train
1. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
9h 47m
CHF 123–183
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N882
2. Take the bus from Zürich Hbf to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
13h 15m
CHF 66–98
Drive 801.9 km
1. Drive from Bratislava to Lucernecar 801.9 km
8h 41m
CHF 134–194
Bus to Vienna International Airport, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the bus from Bratislava centre to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Basel (BSL)plane VIE - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain
6h 12m
CHF 104–318
Bus to Vienna International Airport, fly to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bratislava centre to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH)plane VIE - ACH
3. Take the train from Rorschach to Zürich HBtrain
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
6h 57m
CHF 346–542
Train via Buchs
1. Take the train from Bratislava-Petrzalka to Buchs Sgtrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Buchs SG to Uznachtrain S4
3. Take the train from Uznach to Luzerntrain Vae
12h 57m
CHF 150–227

Bratislava to Lucerne by train

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Distance: 724.7 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Bratislava, Slovakia and Lucerne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Luzern via Zuerich Hb and Zürich HB in around 9h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Luzern, Bahnhof via Zurich Bus Station and Zürich Hbf in around 13h 15m.

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