How to travel from Brussels to Lucerne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Brussels to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €66, while a flight costs an average of €317.

Distance: 318 miles (512 km)

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€317

Average price

€109

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€66

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Cheapest

€177

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5h 0m

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3h 0m

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7h 40m

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7h 10m

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30m

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13h 42m

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13h 12m

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6h 51m

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1.5 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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Deutsche Bahn

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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 €66.

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

A bus is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Lucerne costing on average €109.

A bus is €250 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Lucerne costing on average €317.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Lucerne is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 40m.

Bus takes on average 13h 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 flight as it is the most popular way to get from Brussels to Lucerne among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 3h 51m sooner (3h 0m by flight vs 6h 51m by car). Tickets start at around €317 compared to roughly €177 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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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 4864
    7:00 AM1h30
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    8:30 AMTurin Airport
    €171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 4864
    7:00 AM1h30
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    8:30 AMTurin Airport
    €171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 4864
    7:00 AM1h30
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    8:30 AMTurin Airport
    €171One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 15 · ICE 107 · IC 683
    10:25 AM7h40
    Brussels-Midi
    6:05 PMLucerne station
    €1401One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 13 · ECE 5 · IC 627 · RE 4729
    8:25 AM8h30
    Brussels-Midi
    4:55 PMLucerne station
    €1401One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 13 · ECE 5 · IR 2331
    8:25 AM8h40
    Brussels-Midi
    5:05 PMLucerne station
    €1401One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM9h10
    Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord)
    7:10 AMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    €761One-way
    0 transfers
  • Brussels AirlinesLH5627+Air DolomitiLH9474
    12:45 PM3h55
    Brussels Airport
    4:40 PMTurin Airport
    €1481One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesLH5583+Air DolomitiLH1886
    7:30 PM3h45
    Brussels Airport
    11:15 PMTurin Airport
    €1531One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesLH5581+Air DolomitiLH1886
    4:25 PM6h50
    Brussels Airport
    11:15 PMTurin Airport
    €1531One-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.

FAQs
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 €66.

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

A bus is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Lucerne costing on average €109.

A bus is €250 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Lucerne costing on average €317.

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Lucerne is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 0m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 40m.

Bus takes on average 13h 42m.

The distance from Brussels to Lucerne is approximately 318 miles (512 km).
The average frequency per day from Brussels to Lucerne is:
  • Around 30 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 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) 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 FlixBus to go to Lucerne by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Lucerne by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, BA Euroflyer, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Malta Air, ITA, Ryanair to go to Lucerne by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Brussels to Lucerne with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Brussels to Lucerne often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Interlaken, Zurich, 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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