How to travel from Essen to Lucerne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Essen to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Essen to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from lei308. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of lei308, and a train costs an average of lei308.

Distance: 310 miles (499 km)

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lei912

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6h 44m

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6h 14m

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6h 56m

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The cheapest way to travel from Essen to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of lei318.

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

A bus is lei65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Lucerne costing on average lei383.

A bus is lei417 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Lucerne costing on average lei734.

The fastest way to travel from Essen to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 6h 14m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Flight takes on average 13h 13m.

Bus takes on average 18h 5m.

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

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from Essen to Lucerne

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

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

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    6:59 AM6h06
    Essen
    1:05 PMLucerne
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    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    6:59 AM6h06
    Essen
    1:05 PMLucerne
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    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    6:00 AM6h05
    Essen
    12:05 PMLucerne
    lei7501One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    10:59 AM6h06
    Essen
    5:05 PMLucerne
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    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    12:59 PM6h06
    Essen
    7:05 PMLucerne
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    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    2:59 PM6h06
    Essen
    9:05 PMLucerne
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    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Essen 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 Essen to Lucerne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Essen and Lucerne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Essen to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of lei318.

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

A bus is lei65 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Essen to Lucerne costing on average lei383.

A bus is lei417 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Essen to Lucerne costing on average lei734.

The fastest way to travel from Essen to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 6h 14m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Flight takes on average 13h 13m.

Bus takes on average 18h 5m.

The distance from Essen to Lucerne is approximately 310 miles (499 km).
The average frequency per day from Essen to Lucerne is:
  • Around 26 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Essen 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 Essen to Lucerne:
  • Buses mostly depart from Essen, Freiheit (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
  • Trains mostly depart from Essen Hbf and arrive in Lucerne station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Turin Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Essen to Lucerne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Lucerne by train.
Omio customers who travel from Essen 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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