How to travel from Stuttgart to Lucerne

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Stuttgart to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł176 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. 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 zł176, while a flight costs an average of zł1255.

Distance: 126 miles (203 km)

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zł192

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zł176

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zł1255

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zł216

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4h 14m

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3h 44m

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5h 34m

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45m

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3h 17m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.6 - 1.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of zł176.

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

A bus is zł16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Lucerne costing on average zł192.

A bus is zł1079 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Lucerne costing on average zł1255.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Lucerne is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 45m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 14m.

Bus takes on average 5h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Lucerne including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart to Lucerne 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 zł192 compared to roughly zł216 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł24. The journey takes 3h 44m versus 3h 17m 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 Stuttgart to Lucerne

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM12h30
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    11:20 AMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    1321One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM12h30
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    11:20 AMLuzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    1321One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2153+Air DolomitiLH1882
    6:10 AM3h05
    Stuttgart Airport
    9:15 AMTurin Airport
    27191One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 1089 · IR 2582
    2:26 PM3h59
    Stuttgart Hbf
    6:25 PMLucerne station
    2091One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 183 · IR 2116
    8:25 AM4h00
    Stuttgart Hbf
    12:25 PMLucerne station
    2411One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 185 · IR 2120
    10:25 AM4h00
    Stuttgart Hbf
    2:25 PMLucerne station
    2411One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH2153 · LH95+Air DolomitiLH292
    6:10 AM7h30
    Stuttgart Airport
    1:40 PMTurin Airport
    15931One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2153 · LH127+Air DolomitiLH292
    6:10 AM7h30
    Stuttgart Airport
    1:40 PMTurin Airport
    15931One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH2153 · LH97+Air DolomitiLH292
    6:10 AM7h30
    Stuttgart Airport
    1:40 PMTurin Airport
    16351One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Lucerne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Lucerne including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of zł176.

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

A bus is zł16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Lucerne costing on average zł192.

A bus is zł1079 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Lucerne costing on average zł1255.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Lucerne is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 45m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 14m.

Bus takes on average 5h 34m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Lucerne is approximately 126 miles (203 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Lucerne is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Lucerne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Turin Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Lucerne station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Lucerne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Swiss, Helvetic Airways to go to Lucerne by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus to go to Lucerne by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Lucerne by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stuttgart to Lucerne with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Swiss, Helvetic Airways.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart 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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