How to travel from Chiasso to Lucerne

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Compare bus and train for Chiasso to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chiasso to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a train costs an average of €59.

Distance: 90 miles (146 km)

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€59

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€19

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€79

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2h 41m

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2h 11m

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3h 31m

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2h 21m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Chiasso to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of €28.

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

A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chiasso to Lucerne costing on average €68.

The fastest way to travel from Chiasso to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 0m.

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

The journey is about 14m faster (2h 7m by train vs 2h 21m by car) and roughly €11 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€68 vs €79). 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 Chiasso to Lucerne

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:30 PM3h05
    Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni)
    9:35 PMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    151One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:30 PM3h05
    Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni)
    9:35 PMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    151One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBRE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672
    9:34 AM2h07
    Chiasso station
    11:41 AMLucerne station
    501One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SBBRE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IR 26 2316 | 2316
    8:34 AM2h07
    Chiasso station
    10:41 AMLucerne station
    511One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBEC 14 | 14+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2016 | 2016
    10:05 AM2h16
    Chiasso station
    12:21 PMLucerne station
    771One-way
    1 transfer
  • SBBEC 10 | 10+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2012 | 2012
    8:05 AM2h16
    Chiasso station
    10:21 AMLucerne station
    771One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Chiasso 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 Chiasso to Lucerne.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Chiasso and Lucerne including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Chiasso to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of €28.

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

A bus is €39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chiasso to Lucerne costing on average €68.

The fastest way to travel from Chiasso to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 0m.

The distance from Chiasso to Lucerne is approximately 90 miles (146 km).
The average frequency per day from Chiasso to Lucerne is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Chiasso to Lucerne:
  • Trains mostly depart from Chiasso station and arrive in Lucerne station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) and arrive in Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Chiasso 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 SBB to go to Lucerne by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Chiasso to Lucerne:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Chiasso 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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