How to travel from Baden-Baden to Lucerne

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Compare train and bus for Baden-Baden to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baden-Baden to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr411 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr411, while a train costs an average of kr495.

Distance: 118 miles (190 km)

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kr495

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kr411

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Cheapest

kr1047

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3h 6m

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Fastest

2h 36m

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30m

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6h 50m

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6h 20m

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3h 5m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Baden-Baden to Lucerne is a train with an average price of kr495.

This is compared to other travel options from Baden-Baden to Lucerne:

A train is kr1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Baden-Baden to Lucerne costing on average kr496.

The fastest way to travel from Baden-Baden to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 3h 6m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Baden-Baden and Lucerne including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Baden-Baden to Lucerne among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 29m faster (2h 36m by train vs 3h 5m by car) and roughly kr553 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr495 vs kr1047). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Baden-Baden to Lucerne

How to get from Baden-Baden to Lucerne by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Baden-Baden to Lucerne is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Marino Autolinee
    8:30 AM6h20
    Baden-Baden
    2:50 PMLucerne
    kr4511One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Marino Autolinee
    8:30 AM6h20
    Baden-Baden
    2:50 PMLucerne
    kr4511One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Marino Autolinee
    8:30 AM6h20
    Baden-Baden
    2:50 PMLucerne
    kr4511One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Marino Autolinee
    7:30 AM6h20
    Baden-Baden
    1:50 PMLucerne
    kr5301One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Baden-Baden to Lucerne

Travel to Lucerne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Baden-Baden to Lucerne.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Baden-Baden and Lucerne including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Baden-Baden to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of kr411.

This is compared to other travel options from Baden-Baden to Lucerne:

A bus is kr155 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Baden-Baden to Lucerne costing on average kr566.

The fastest way to travel from Baden-Baden to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 50m.

The distance from Baden-Baden to Lucerne is approximately 118 miles (190 km).
The average frequency per day from Baden-Baden to Lucerne is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Baden-Baden and Lucerne as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Baden-Baden to Lucerne:
  • Buses mostly depart from Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) and arrive in Neuenkirch, Autobahnraststätte West 9Marché Bistro Neuenkirch).
  • Trains mostly depart from Baden-Baden station and arrive in Lucerne station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Baden-Baden to Lucerne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Lucerne by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Lucerne by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Baden-Baden to Lucerne:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Baden-Baden to Lucerne often also extend their vacation to go to Zurich, Milan, Interlaken, Paris, Basel. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lucerne and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lucerne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lucerne, you can enjoy a picturesque boat tour or scenic walk by Lake Lucerne, explore the charming Old Town with its cobblestone streets and historic landmarks, and visit the Richard Wagner Museum. Take a scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne for breathtaking mountain views or ride the world's steepest cogwheel railway to Mount Pilatus. Don't miss the historic Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument, and the interactive Swiss Museum of Transport. For panoramic views, visit Mount Pilatus via cable car or cogwheel railway and explore the medieval Museggmauer city wall with its nine towers.
To fully enjoy Lucerne's key attractions such as Mount Pilatus, Lake Lucerne, and the Chapel Bridge, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows ample time for exploration and experiencing the city's charm.

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