How to travel from Schaffhausen to Lucerne

There are 2 options to travel between Schaffhausen and Lucerne including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Schaffhausen to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of €31.

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

A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schaffhausen to Lucerne costing on average €36.

The fastest way to travel from Schaffhausen to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 1h 54m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 25m.

The distance from Schaffhausen to Lucerne is approximately 47 miles (76 km).

The average frequency per day from Schaffhausen to Lucerne is:

• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Schaffhausen to Lucerne:

• Trains mostly depart from Schaffhausen and arrive in Lucerne station.
• Buses mostly depart from Singen, Hohentwielstadion and arrive in Neuenkirch, Autobahnraststätte West 9Marché Bistro Neuenkirch).

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

• Travel with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Lucerne by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Lucerne by bus.

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

• 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Schaffhausen 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.