What is the cheapest way to get from Lindau to Sarnen?

The cheapest way to get from Lindau to Sarnen is to bus which costs SFr 19 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lindau to Sarnen?

The fastest way to get from Lindau to Sarnen is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Lindau and Sarnen?

No, there is no direct bus from Lindau to Sarnen. However, there are services departing from Lindau and arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof via Zürich Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Lindau and Sarnen?

No, there is no direct train from Lindau to Sarnen. However, there are services departing from Lindau-Insel and arriving at Sarnen via Bregenz, Zürich HB and Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Lindau to Sarnen?

The distance between Lindau and Sarnen is 210 km. The road distance is 186.8 km.

How do I travel from Lindau to Sarnen without a car?

The best way to get from Lindau to Sarnen without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 4h 18m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 210.

How long does it take to get from Lindau to Sarnen?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Lindau to Sarnen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lindau to Sarnen bus from?

Lindau to Sarnen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lindau station.

Where do I catch the Lindau to Sarnen train from?

Lindau to Sarnen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Bregenz station.

Train or bus from Lindau to Sarnen?

The best way to get from Lindau to Sarnen is to train via Zurich which takes 4h 18m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Lindau to Sarnen bus arrive?

Lindau to Sarnen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Lindau to Sarnen train arrive?

Lindau to Sarnen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Lindau to Sarnen?

Yes, the driving distance between Lindau to Sarnen is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Lindau to Sarnen.

How do I get a train ticket from Lindau to Sarnen?

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Where can I stay near Sarnen?

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There are 5 ways to get from Lindau to Sarnen by train, bus, ferry, or car

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Train via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Bregenz to Zürich HBtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
4h 18m
CHF 69–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lindau to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zürich Hbf to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
5h 47m
CHF 19–39
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Lindau Hafen to Konstanz Hafenferry 116 / ...
2. Take the train from Konstanz Bahnhof to Luzerntrain 75
7h 4m
CHF 37–49
Drive 186.8 km
1. Drive from Lindau to Sarnencar 186.8 km
2h 45m
CHF 31–45
Train
1. Take the train from St. Gallen to Luzerntrain Vae
4h 53m
CHF 52–102

Lindau to Sarnen by train

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Distance: 210.2 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Lindau, Bavaria, Germany and Sarnen, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lindau-Insel to Sarnen via Bregenz, Zürich HB, and Luzern in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lindau-Insel to Sarnen via Lindau-Reutin, Lindau, Zurich Bus Station, Zürich Hbf, Luzern, Bahnhof, and Luzern in around 5h 47m.

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