What is the cheapest way to get from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne?

The cheapest way to get from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne is to bus which costs SFr 11 - SFr 18 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne?

The fastest way to get from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 29.

Is there a direct bus between Sankt Gallen and Lake Lucerne?

No, there is no direct bus from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne. However, there are services departing from St. Gallen Lagerstrasse and arriving at Luzern, Werkhofstrasse via Luzern, Weinbergli. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Sankt Gallen and Lake Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne. However, there are services departing from St. Gallen and arriving at Luzern Verkehrshaus via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne?

The distance between Sankt Gallen and Lake Lucerne is 138 km. The road distance is 122.1 km.

How do I travel from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne without a car?

The best way to get from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne without a car is to bus which takes 2h and costs SFr 11 - SFr 18.

How long does it take to get from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne bus from?

Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from St. Gallen Lagerstrasse station.

Where do I catch the Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne train from?

Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from St. Gallen station.

Train or bus from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne?

The best way to get from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne is to bus which takes 2h and costs SFr 11 - SFr 18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne bus arrive?

Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Lucerne Landenbergstrasse station.

Where does the Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne train arrive?

Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne.

How do I get a train ticket from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne?

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Where can I stay near Lake Lucerne?

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Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from St. Gallen Lagerstrasse to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
2h
CHF 12–18
Train
1. Take the train from St. Gallen to Luzern Verkehrshaustrain Vae
2h 19m
CHF 38–58
Drive 122.1 km
1. Drive from Sankt Gallen to Lucernecar 122.1 km
1h 49m
CHF 20–29
Train via Zurich
1. Take the train from St. Gallen to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain 75
2h 42m
CHF 17–141

Sankt Gallen to Lake Lucerne by bus and foot

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Distance: 138.1 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Sankt Gallen, Switzerland and Lake Lucerne, Switzerland?

RegioJet operates a bus from St. Gallen Lagerstrasse to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse 3 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 9–14 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, Schweizerische Südostbahn AG operates a train from St. Gallen to Luzern Verkehrshaus hourly. Tickets cost CHF 35–55 and the journey takes 2h 6m.

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