How to travel from Strasbourg to Lucerne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Strasbourg to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Strasbourg to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. 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 €23, while a flight costs an average of €867.

Distance: 109 miles (176 km)

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€867

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€26

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€86

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4h 45m

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2h 45m

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4h 48m

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4h 18m

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The cheapest way to travel from Strasbourg to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of €21.

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

A bus is €72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strasbourg to Lucerne costing on average €94.

A bus is €831 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Strasbourg to Lucerne costing on average €852.

The fastest way to travel from Strasbourg to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 3h 16m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 27m.

Flight takes on average 6h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Strasbourg and Lucerne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Strasbourg to Lucerne 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 €21 compared to roughly €86 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €65. The journey takes 3h 57m versus 2h 43m 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 Strasbourg to Lucerne

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:05 AM3h05
    Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    7:10 AMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:05 AM3h05
    Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    7:10 AMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:05 AM3h05
    Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    7:10 AMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9211+TER96219+SBBIR 70 2631 | 2631
    11:51 AM5h00
    Strasbourg station
    4:51 PMLucerne station
    981One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9211+SBBIR 75 2124 | 2124+TER96219
    11:51 AM4h34
    Strasbourg station
    4:25 PMLucerne station
    981One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9211+TER96219+SBBIR 70 2629 | 2629
    11:51 AM4h00
    Strasbourg station
    3:51 PMLucerne station
    991One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 AM4h50
    Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    1:05 PMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    331One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:55 PM4h30
    Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile
    1:25 AMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    501One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg to Lucerne.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Strasbourg and Lucerne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Strasbourg to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of €23.

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

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strasbourg to Lucerne costing on average €26.

A bus is €843 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Strasbourg to Lucerne costing on average €867.

The fastest way to travel from Strasbourg to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 45m.

Bus takes on average 4h 48m.

The distance from Strasbourg to Lucerne is approximately 109 miles (176 km).
The average frequency per day from Strasbourg to Lucerne is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Strasbourg and Lucerne 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 Strasbourg to Lucerne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Strasbourg Airport and arrive in Turin Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Strasbourg station and arrive in Lucerne station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Strasbourg, Place de l'Étoile and arrive in Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Strasbourg to Lucerne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Deutsche Bahn, SBB, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Lucerne by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lucerne by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Strasbourg to Lucerne:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Strasbourg 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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