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

The cheapest way to get from Darmstadt to Lucerne is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 75 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Darmstadt to Lucerne is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct bus between Darmstadt and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct bus from Darmstadt station to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Darmstadt central train station and arriving at Luzern via Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Darmstadt and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Darmstadt to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Luzern via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Darmstadt to Lucerne?

The distance between Darmstadt and Lucerne is 405 km. The road distance is 390 km.

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

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Lucerne without a car is to train via Basel which takes 5h 13m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Darmstadt to Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Lucerne bus from?

Darmstadt to Lucerne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Darmstadt central train station.

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Lucerne train from?

Darmstadt to Lucerne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Darmstadt to Lucerne?

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Lucerne is to train via Basel which takes 5h 13m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 75 and takes 9h.

Where does the Darmstadt to Lucerne bus arrive?

Darmstadt to Lucerne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Strasbourg station.

Where does the Darmstadt to Lucerne train arrive?

Darmstadt to Lucerne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Darmstadt to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Darmstadt to Lucerne is 390 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Darmstadt to Lucerne.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Darmstadt to Lucerne?

Book your Darmstadt to Lucerne bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lucerne?

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Darmstadt to Lucerne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Darmstadt to Lucerne by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train via Basel
best
1. Take the train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain Ec / ...
5h 13m
CHF 66–278
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darmstadt central train station to Strasbourgbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Luzernbus FlixBus N401 / ...
9h
CHF 39–70
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Darmstadt Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
6h 14m
CHF 45–150
Drive 390 km
1. Drive from Darmstadt to Lucernecar 390 km
3h 26m
CHF 64–93
Train
1. Take the train from Mannheim Hbf to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
7h 50m
CHF 66–158
Fly Frankfurt to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
3h 32m
CHF 103–256
Fly Frankfurt to Basel, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain
4h 27m
CHF 140–304
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane STR - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
4h 55m
CHF 146–447

Darmstadt to Lucerne by train

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Distance: 405.4 km
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Darmstadt, Germany and Lucerne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof to Luzern via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Basel SBB in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darmstadt central train station to Luzern via Strasbourg in around 9h.

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