How to travel from Salzburg to Lucerne

There are 3 options to travel between Salzburg and Lucerne including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Salzburg to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of $88.

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Lucerne costing on average $116.

A bus is $457 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Lucerne costing on average $545.

The fastest way to travel from Salzburg to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 6h 30m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Flight takes on average 7h 57m.

Bus takes on average 8h 54m.

The distance from Salzburg to Lucerne is approximately 227 miles (366 km).

The average frequency per day from Salzburg to Lucerne is:

• Around 11 flights per day.
• Around 10 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Salzburg and Lucerne 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 Salzburg to Lucerne:

• Flights mostly depart from Salzburg Airport and arrive in Turin Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Salzburg Hbf and arrive in Lucerne station.
• Buses mostly depart from Salzburg, P+R Süd and arrive in Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Salzburg to Lucerne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh to go to Lucerne by bus.
• Travel with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to go to Lucerne by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Salzburg to Lucerne:

• 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Salzburg 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.