How to travel from Stockholm to Lucerne

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Stockholm to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockholm to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €117 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 20h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €117, while a bus costs an average of €128.

Distance: 937 miles (1509 km)

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31h 9m

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The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Lucerne is a train with an average price of €117.

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

A train is €10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm to Lucerne costing on average €128.

A train is €24 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm to Lucerne costing on average €141.

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Lucerne is by flight with an average journey time of 11h 10m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Train takes on average 20h 48m.

Bus takes on average 31h 9m.

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

The journey is about 11m faster (20h 18m by train vs 20h 29m by car) and roughly €359 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€117 vs €476). 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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from Stockholm to Lucerne

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

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

  • FlixBus
    8:55 AM39h30
    Stockholm
    12:25 AMLucerne
    1301One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    8:55 AM39h30
    Stockholm
    12:25 AMLucerne
    1301One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    8:55 AM39h30
    Stockholm
    12:25 AMLucerne
    1301One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stockholm to Lucerne

Travel to Lucerne 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 Stockholm to Lucerne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stockholm and Lucerne including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stockholm to Lucerne is a train with an average price of €117.

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

A train is €10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stockholm to Lucerne costing on average €128.

A train is €24 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stockholm to Lucerne costing on average €141.

The fastest way to travel from Stockholm to Lucerne is by flight with an average journey time of 11h 10m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Train takes on average 20h 48m.

Bus takes on average 31h 9m.

The distance from Stockholm to Lucerne is approximately 937 miles (1509 km).
The average frequency per day from Stockholm to Lucerne is:
  • Around 54 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stockholm 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 Stockholm to Lucerne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport and arrive in Turin Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stockholm, Cityterminalen and arrive in Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
  • Trains mostly depart from Stockholm Central Station and arrive in Lucerne station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stockholm to Lucerne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Lucerne by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SJ to go to Lucerne by train.
Omio customers who travel from Stockholm 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.

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