How to travel from Barcelona to Lucerne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 2.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $61, while a train costs an average of $269.

Distance: 495 miles (797 km)

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$61

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$121

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$269

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4h 19m

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2h 19m

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19h 40m

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10h 13m

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9h 43m

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2.4 - 4.8kg

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0.8 - 2.0kg

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from Barcelona to Lucerne

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

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

  • Wizz Air MaltaW46834
    1:05 PM1h30
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    2:35 PMTurin Airport
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Wizz Air MaltaW46834
    1:05 PM1h30
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    2:35 PMTurin Airport
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Wizz Air MaltaW46834
    1:05 PM1h30
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    2:35 PMTurin Airport
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:20 PM23h45
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    1:05 PMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    $891One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:00 AM25h20
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    4:20 AMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    $1071One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 AM25h50
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    4:20 AMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    $1071One-way
    2 transfers
  • VoloteaV72327
    8:40 AM2h05
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    10:45 AMStrasbourg Airport
    $421One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY6512
    8:00 PM1h35
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    9:35 PMTurin Airport
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY6034
    7:00 AM2h05
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    9:05 AMStrasbourg Airport
    $741One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona 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 Barcelona to Lucerne.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Lucerne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Lucerne is a flight with an average price of $61.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Lucerne:

A flight is $60 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Lucerne costing on average $121.

A flight is $208 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Lucerne costing on average $269.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Lucerne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 13m.

Bus takes on average 19h 40m.

The distance from Barcelona to Lucerne is approximately 495 miles (797 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Lucerne is:
  • Around 25 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Lucerne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Turin Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Lucerne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, Vueling, Malta Air, easyJet, Volotea, KLM, Air Nostrum to go to Lucerne by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lucerne by bus.
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe Viajeros to go to Lucerne by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Barcelona to Lucerne:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Vueling, Malta Air, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona 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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