Munich to Lucerne bus
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Bus times from Munich to Lucerne
Fastest Journey
9 h
Average
9 h 44 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
273 km
Of the 5 buses that leave Munich for Lucerne every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Bus from Munich to Lucerne
 | Distance | 169 miles (273 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 4 h 40 min |
 | Average bus ticket price | $44 (€39) |
 | Bus frequency | 1 a day |
 | Direct bus | Yes, there is 1 direct bus a day |
 | Bus providers | BlaBlaCar, Flixbus, Eurolines Switzerland, RegioJet, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Or Deutsche Bahn |
Buses from Munich to Lucerne cover the 169 miles (273 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 40 min with our travel partners like BlaBlaCar, Flixbus, Eurolines Switzerland, RegioJet, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Or Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there is 1 bus operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this trip for as low as $22 (€20), but the average price of bus tickets is $44 (€39). Travelers depart most frequently from München Hbf and arrive in Lucerne, Luzern, Bahnhof.
Bus providers: Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and Student Agency from Munich to Lucerne
Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and Student Agency buses will get you between Munich and Lucerne from $22 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of bus services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your bus between Munich and Lucerne. DB uses different types of buses such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain buses.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
- Average Price: $45
RegioJet is the leading bus company in the Czech Republic. Choose from the following ticket fare options for your next bus between Munich and Lucerne: Low Cost, Standard, Fun & Relax, Relax and Business.
Student Agency tickets to Lucerne from Munich are available online on Omio. We help you compare and book your perfect journey with Student Agency from Munich to Lucerne all in one place. If you’re specifically looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest bus, you can find all the current Student Agency bus schedules and bus tickets available on Omio for the 169 miles (273 km) trip. You can also see relevant travel information for the Student Agency bus, such as baggage allowance and amenities onboard depending on the class fare. Search for your ideal departure and arrival times for this bus, compare the fastest Munich to Lucerne routes as well as the cheapest ticket prices available, and buy the best Student Agency Munich to Lucerne bus ticket that fits your needs. If you purchase tickets in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the Student Agency bus ticket is available as a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to travel paperless. You’ll then be ready to embark on your smooth and relaxing journey to Lucerne with Student Agency!
Munich to Lucerne bus information with Student Agency:
- Average Duration: 4 h 50 min
- Student Agency frequency: 1 a day
Bus from Munich to Lucerne
Travellers can take a bus from Munich to Lucerne several times a day. The average journey time is about 5:00 hours
.Which bus companies travel from Munich to Lucerne?
Travelling by bus from Munich to Lucerne is easy and convenient, as several bus companies operate daily on this route. These include Flixbus and RegioJet.
How long does the bus journey from Munich to Lucerne take?
A direct bus ride from the Bavarian capital to the picturesque city in central Switzerland takes about 5:00 hours. If you change trains, the journey takes about 6:00 hours.
How often can you take the bus from Munich to Lucerne?
You can travel about eight times a day by bus from Munich to Lucerne, there are almost 60 bus connections per week. The first bus departs shortly after 02:00 am in the direction of Lucerne, the last one leaves Munich shortly before midnight.
Bus stations on the route Munich - Lucerne?
At which bus station does the bus depart in Munich? The Central Bus Station is Munich's largest bus station and is located in the immediate vicinity of the Hackerbrücke S-Bahn station, not far from Munich Central Station and the world-famous Theresienwiese. From here there are excellent connections to other Munich districts and suburbs.
At which bus station does the bus arrive in Lucerne? The Lucerne bus station is located in the middle of the "Inseli-Park" of the same name on the shores of Lake Lucerne. Due to its convenient location near Lucerne Central Station, travellers can easily continue their journey from the bus station to other districts and cities.
Travel Tips: Bus to Lucerne from Munich
Travel between Munich, Germany and Lucerne, Switzerland by bus is: Fully open.
Can I enter Switzerland from Germany?
International entry status: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Munich?
Conditions of entry:
- No COVID-19 testing required
- No quarantine required
What are the safety rules to follow in Lucerne, Switzerland?
All travelers in Switzerland must observe these coronavirus safety measures:
- Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask: Regional advice
The information above was last checked on 5/9/22. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your bus to Lucerne from Munich as this information can change.
The current restriction level for your return trip by bus from Lucerne to Munich is: Partially open
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Germany from Switzerland?
Reentry to Germany is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Lucerne?
What are the requirements?
- Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test as either a RT-PCR performed within 3 hours prior to arrival, or an Antigen test performed within 2 hours prior to arrival
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
- Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 9 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
What are the safety rules to follow in Munich, Germany?
The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask: Mandatory
Last checked on 5/21/22. We do our best to keep this information up to date, but regulations can change so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your bus to Munich from Lucerne here.
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from München Hbf and arrive in Lucerne, Luzern, Bahnhof.
Passengers booking this journey most frequently board their buses from München Hbf and need to travel around 2.3 miles (3.7 km) from the city center to get to this bus station.
Passengers arriving in Lucerne most often arrive at Lucerne, Luzern, Bahnhof and need to travel around 0.2 miles (348 m) from this bus station to the city center.
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