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

The cheapest way to get from Neuchâtel to Lucerne is to drive which costs SFr 22 - SFr 35 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Neuchâtel to Lucerne is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct train between Neuchâtel and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Neuchâtel to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Neuchâtel and arriving at Luzern via Olten. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Neuchâtel to Lucerne?

The distance between Neuchâtel and Lucerne is 144 km. The road distance is 136.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Neuchâtel to Lucerne without a car is to train via Olten which takes 1h 43m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Neuchâtel to Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neuchâtel to Lucerne train from?

Neuchâtel to Lucerne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Neuchâtel station.

Where does the Neuchâtel to Lucerne train arrive?

Neuchâtel to Lucerne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Olten station.

Can I drive from Neuchâtel to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Neuchâtel to Lucerne is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Neuchâtel to Lucerne.

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

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Where can I stay near Lucerne?

There are 684+ hotels available in Lucerne.

Neuchâtel to Lucerne - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Neuchâtel to Lucerne by train or car

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Train via Olten
best
1. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Oltentrain Ic5
2. Take the train from Olten to Luzerntrain Ir26
1h 43m
CHF 48–153
Drive 136.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Neuchâtel to Lucernecar 136.5 km
1h 33m
CHF 23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Fribourg/Freiburgtrain S21 / ...
2. Take the train from Fribourg/Freiburg to Luzerntrain Ir15 / ...
3h 2m
CHF 54–161
Train via Bern
1. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Berntrain Ir66
2. Take the train from Bern to Wolhusentrain Re7 / ...
3h 9m
CHF 25–36

Neuchâtel to Lucerne by train

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1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.6 km
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Neuchâtel, Switzerland and Lucerne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Neuchâtel to Luzern via Olten in around 1h 43m.

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