How to travel from Lucerne to Stuttgart

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lucerne to Stuttgart

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Stuttgart among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a flight costs an average of $653.

Distance: 126 miles (203 km)

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$73

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$653

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$108

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3h 47m

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0.6 - 1.2kg

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Compare ways to travel from Lucerne to Stuttgart

Compare the available ways to get from Lucerne to Stuttgart, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of $49.

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

A bus is $25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Stuttgart costing on average $73.

A bus is $605 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Stuttgart costing on average $653.

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Stuttgart is by train with an average journey time of 4h 17m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 35m.

Bus takes on average 7h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lucerne and Stuttgart including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lucerne to Stuttgart among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $73 compared to roughly $108 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $35. The journey takes 3h 47m versus 3h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Lucerne to Stuttgart

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnIR 2115 · IC 280
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnIR 2115 · IC 280
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air DolomitiLH9473+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4088
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIR 2571 · IC 380
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIR 2117 · IC 488
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 668 · ICE 108 · IC 2161
    2 transfers
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1310 · TK1701
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1428 · AZ2056+EurowingsAZ7800
    2 transfers
  • SBBIR 75 2117 | 2117+Helvetic AirwaysLX1174
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lucerne to Stuttgart

Travel to Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lucerne and Stuttgart including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Stuttgart is a bus with an average price of $49.

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

A bus is $25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Stuttgart costing on average $73.

A bus is $605 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Stuttgart costing on average $653.

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Stuttgart is by train with an average journey time of 4h 17m.

Other travel options to Stuttgart take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 35m.

Bus takes on average 7h 1m.

The distance from Lucerne to Stuttgart is approximately 126 miles (203 km).
The average frequency per day from Lucerne to Stuttgart is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lucerne and Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart:
  • Flights mostly depart from Turin Airport and arrive in Stuttgart Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lucerne station and arrive in Stuttgart Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) and arrive in Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lucerne to Stuttgart, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft to go to Stuttgart by train.
  • Travel with Turkish Airlines, Air Dolomiti, ITA, Eurowings, Vueling to go to Stuttgart by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee to go to Stuttgart by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lucerne to Stuttgart:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Marino Autolinee.
Omio customers who travel from Lucerne to Stuttgart often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, London, Vienna, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Stuttgart and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Stuttgart to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Stuttgart, you can explore the vibrant Markthalle for a variety of delicacies, enjoy a leisurely walk in the beautiful Killesberg Park, visit the Porsche Museum, and experience a performance at the Stuttgart Opera House. Don't miss the lively Cannstatter Volksfest, one of the largest beer festivals in the world. For the best sights, check out the Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart State Gallery, Wilhelma Zoo and Botanical Garden, Stuttgart TV Tower, and Schlossplatz, the city's largest square.
For a well-rounded experience in Stuttgart, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its cultural attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and visit key sites like the Mercedes-Benz Museum and Schlossplatz.

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