How to travel from Lucerne to Strasbourg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lucerne to Strasbourg

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a train costs an average of $104.

Distance: 109 miles (176 km)

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$25

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$104

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$106

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4h 25m

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3h 55m

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3h 18m

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2h 34m

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The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Strasbourg is a bus with an average price of $25 (€20).

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

A bus is $79 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Strasbourg costing on average $104 (€84).

A bus is $1161 (€946) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Strasbourg costing on average $1186 (€966).

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Strasbourg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 25m.

Flight takes on average 10h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lucerne and Strasbourg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lucerne to Strasbourg among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $106 (€86) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $81 (€66). The journey takes 3h 55m versus 2h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Lucerne to Strasbourg

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:30 PM5h00
    Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    9:30 PMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:30 PM5h00
    Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    9:30 PMStrasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9218+TER96256
    11:34 AM2h35
    Zurich HB
    2:09 PMStrasbourg station
    $681One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9234+TER96248
    6:34 PM2h35
    Zurich HB
    9:09 PMStrasbourg station
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+TER96216
    6:59 AM3h10
    Zurich HB
    10:09 AMStrasbourg station
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9226+TER96232
    3:34 PM2h35
    Zurich HB
    6:09 PMStrasbourg station
    $831One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lucerne to Strasbourg

Travel to Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lucerne and Strasbourg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Strasbourg is a bus with an average price of $25 (€20).

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

A bus is $79 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Strasbourg costing on average $104 (€84).

A bus is $1161 (€946) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Strasbourg costing on average $1186 (€966).

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Strasbourg is by train with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Strasbourg take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 25m.

Flight takes on average 10h 20m.

The distance from Lucerne to Strasbourg is approximately 109 miles (176 km).
The average frequency per day from Lucerne to Strasbourg is:
  • Around 3 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lucerne and Strasbourg 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 Lucerne to Strasbourg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Turin Airport and arrive in Strasbourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Strasbourg station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) and arrive in Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lucerne to Strasbourg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Strasbourg by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV Lyria, SBB, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn to go to Strasbourg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lucerne to Strasbourg:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Lucerne to Strasbourg often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Colmar, Basel, Frankfurt am Main, Marseille. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Strasbourg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Strasbourg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Strasbourg, you can explore vibrant local markets, take a boat tour along the Ill River, visit the Alsatian Museum, enjoy a wine tasting tour in the nearby Alsace wine region, and attend a performance at the Opéra National du Rhin. Notable sights include the stunning Strasbourg Cathedral, the charming Petite France district, Palais Rohan, the European Parliament, and Barrage Vauban.
To fully enjoy Strasbourg's highlights, including its charming Old Town, the stunning Strasbourg Cathedral, and relaxing boat tours on the River Ill, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
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