How to travel from Lucerne to Aachen

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Lucerne to Aachen

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, while a flight costs an average of $414.

Distance: 276 miles (445 km)

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $61 (€50).

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

A bus is $56 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Aachen costing on average $116 (€97).

A bus is $353 (€295) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Aachen costing on average $414 (€345).

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Aachen is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 4m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 28m.

Bus takes on average 12h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lucerne and Aachen including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lucerne to Aachen among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2m faster (5h 58m by train vs 6h 0m by car) and roughly $8 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($116 (€97) vs $125 (€104)). 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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How to get from Lucerne to Aachen by train, bus or flight.

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

  • Air France
    5:05 AM11h35
    Lucerne
    4:40 PMAachen
    $2351One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Air France
    5:05 AM11h35
    Lucerne
    4:40 PMAachen
    $2351One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air France
    5:05 AM11h35
    Lucerne
    4:40 PMAachen
    $2351One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lucerne to Aachen

Travel to Aachen 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 Lucerne to Aachen.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Lucerne and Aachen including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $61 (€50).

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

A bus is $56 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Aachen costing on average $116 (€97).

A bus is $353 (€295) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Aachen costing on average $414 (€345).

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Aachen is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 4m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 28m.

Bus takes on average 12h 30m.

The distance from Lucerne to Aachen is approximately 276 miles (445 km).
The average frequency per day from Lucerne to Aachen is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lucerne to Aachen:
  • Buses mostly depart from Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) and arrive in Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lucerne station and arrive in Aachen Hbf.
  • Flights mostly depart from Turin Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lucerne to Aachen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Aachen by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Aachen by bus.
  • Travel with Vueling, KLM Cityhopper, Malta Air, ITA, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines to go to Aachen by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lucerne to Aachen:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Lucerne to Aachen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Cologne, Maastricht, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Aachen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Aachen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Aachen, you can relax at the Carolus Thermen spa, explore vibrant local markets, stroll through Lousberg Park, attend events at the Eurogress Aachen, and visit the historic Ponttor. Don't miss the Aachen Cathedral, Aachen Rathaus, Elisenbrunnen, Centre Charlemagne, and Couven Museum for a glimpse into the city's rich history and culture.
To explore Aachen's key attractions, such as the Aachen Cathedral, Carolus Thermen spa, and the historic old town, 1 to 2 days are typically sufficient.

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