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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Lucerne Station is to train which costs SFr 50 - SFr 130 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Lucerne Station is to fly and train which takes 4h 48m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 290.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Lucerne Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna to Lucerne Station. However, there are services departing from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arriving at Lucerne Landenbergstrasse via Munich Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Lucerne Station?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Lucerne Station. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Luzern via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Vienna to Lucerne Station?

The distance between Vienna and Lucerne Station is 686 km. The road distance is 739.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Lucerne Station without a car is to train which takes 8h 50m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Vienna to Lucerne Station, including transfers.

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

Vienna to Lucerne Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

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

Vienna to Lucerne Station train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Lucerne Station?

The best way to get from Vienna to Lucerne Station is to train which takes 8h 50m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 55 - SFr 95 and takes 11h 20m.

Where does the Vienna to Lucerne Station bus arrive?

Vienna to Lucerne Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

Where does the Vienna to Lucerne Station train arrive?

Vienna to Lucerne Station train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Lucerne Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Lucerne Station is 740 km. It takes approximately 7h 52m to drive from Vienna to Lucerne Station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lucerne Station?

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There are 8 ways to get from Vienna to Lucerne Station by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Zurich Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VIE - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
4h 48m
CHF 105–284
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zürich HBtrain rjx 160
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
8h 50m
CHF 54–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Munich central bus stationbus N1395 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich Central Bus Station to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
11h 20m
CHF 59–93
Drive 739.7 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Lucerne Stationcar 739.7 km
7h 52m
CHF 121–175
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Basel (BSL)plane VIE - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain
5h 43m
CHF 102–293
Fly to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH)plane VIE - ACH
2. Take the train from Rorschach to Zürich HBtrain
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
6h 28m
CHF 367–633
Train via Wien Hbf
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
9h 58m
CHF 120–209
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Bregenztrain
2. Take the train from Bregenz to Zürich HBtrain Ec
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir / ...
11h 6m
CHF 180–408

Vienna to Lucerne Station by train

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Distance: 686.3 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Lucerne Station, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Wien Hbf to Luzern via Zürich HB in around 8h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Lucerne Station via Munich Central Bus Station and Lucerne Landenbergstrasse in around 11h 20m.

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