How to travel from Brussels to Lucerne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Brussels to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from lei204. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei204, and a train costs an average of lei362.

Distance: 318 miles (512 km)

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Train
Bus
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Driving

lei1050

Average price

lei390

Average price

Cheapest

lei563

Average price

lei982

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 29m

Average total duration

6h 59m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 12m

Average total duration

9h 42m

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30m

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5h 4m

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2h 4m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

6h 51m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 3.1kg

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Ryanair

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

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of lei390.

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

A bus is lei172 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Lucerne costing on average lei563.

A bus is lei660 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Lucerne costing on average lei1050.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Lucerne is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 4m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 59m.

Bus takes on average 9h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Brussels and Lucerne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels to Lucerne among Omio's users.

Travel options
from Brussels to Lucerne

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • RyanairFR 4893
    6:25 AM1h30
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    7:55 AMTurin Airport
    lei1061One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 4893
    6:25 AM1h30
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    7:55 AMTurin Airport
    lei1061One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 4893
    6:25 AM1h30
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    7:55 AMTurin Airport
    lei1061One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 13 · ICE 105 · EC 173
    8:25 AM7h40
    Brussels-Midi
    4:05 PMLucerne station
    lei7811One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM9h10
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    7:10 AMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    lei5411One-way
    0 transfers
  • Malta AirFR 4864
    8:50 PM1h30
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    10:20 PMTurin Airport
    lei1481One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY8989 · VY6514
    10:15 PM15h00
    Brussels Airport
    1:15 PMTurin Airport
    lei8271One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air DolomitiLH1886+Brussels AirlinesLH5583
    7:30 PM3h45
    Brussels Airport
    11:15 PMTurin Airport
    lei8531One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Brussels 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 Brussels to Lucerne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Brussels and Lucerne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of lei390.

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

A bus is lei172 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Lucerne costing on average lei563.

A bus is lei660 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Lucerne costing on average lei1050.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Lucerne is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 4m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 59m.

Bus takes on average 9h 42m.

The distance from Brussels to Lucerne is approximately 318 miles (512 km).
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Lucerne is:
  • Around 38 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brussels 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 Brussels to Lucerne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Turin Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Lucerne station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) and arrive in Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brussels to Lucerne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lucerne by train.
  • Travel with Ryanair, Air Dolomiti, Malta Air, Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels Airlines to go to Lucerne by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lucerne by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Brussels to Lucerne with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Malta Air.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Brussels 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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