What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Lucerne Station?

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Lucerne Station is to bus which costs SFr 80 - SFr 120 and takes 15h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Budapest to Lucerne Station?

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Lucerne Station is to fly and train which takes 5h 12m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 270.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Lucerne Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Budapest to Lucerne Station. However, there are services departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof via Zürich Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Lucerne Station?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Lucerne Station. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Luzern via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

How far is it from Budapest to Lucerne Station?

The distance between Budapest and Lucerne Station is 885 km. The road distance is 979.1 km.

How do I travel from Budapest to Lucerne Station without a car?

The best way to get from Budapest to Lucerne Station without a car is to train which takes 11h 28m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 210.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Lucerne Station?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Budapest to Lucerne Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Lucerne Station bus from?

Budapest to Lucerne Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Lucerne Station train from?

Budapest to Lucerne Station train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Train or bus from Budapest to Lucerne Station?

The best way to get from Budapest to Lucerne Station is to train which takes 11h 28m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 80 - SFr 120 and takes 15h 34m.

Where does the Budapest to Lucerne Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Budapest to Lucerne Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Budapest to Lucerne Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Lucerne Station is 979 km. It takes approximately 10h 3m to drive from Budapest to Lucerne Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Budapest to Lucerne Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Budapest to Lucerne Station?

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Where can I stay near Lucerne Station?

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Budapest to Lucerne Station - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Budapest to Lucerne Station by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BUD - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
5h 12m
CHF 100–266
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Basel, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Basel (BSL)plane BUD - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain
6h 7m
CHF 55–218
Train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
11h 28m
CHF 141–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Zurich Bus Stationbus 3909
2. Take the bus from Zürich Hbf to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
15h 34m
CHF 80–119
Drive 979.1 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Lucerne Stationcar 979.1 km
10h 3m
CHF 188–272
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbftrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VIE - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
7h 16m
CHF 143–316
Train via Bratislava
1. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati pu to Bratislava hl.st.train
2. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir / ...
13h 12m
CHF 126–203

Budapest to Lucerne Station by train

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Distance: 884.6 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Lucerne Station, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Luzern via Zuerich Hb and Zürich HB in around 11h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Lucerne Station via Zurich Bus Station, Zürich Hbf, and Luzern, Bahnhof in around 15h 34m.

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