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 $43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. 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 $43, while a flight costs an average of $773.

Distance: 126 miles (203 km)

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$73

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$773

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$56

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4h 17m

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3h 47m

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7h 19m

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0.6 - 1.2kg

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Compare ways to travel from Stuttgart to Lucerne

Compare the available ways to get from Stuttgart to Lucerne, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Lucerne is a bus with an average price of $43.

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

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Lucerne costing on average $73.

A bus is $730 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Lucerne costing on average $773.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 4h 17m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 35m.

Bus takes on average 7h 19m.

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 $73 compared to roughly $56 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$17. The journey takes 3h 47m 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

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2168 · ICE 101 · IC 671
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2168 · ICE 101 · IC 671
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4101+Air DolomitiLH9472
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2168 · ICE 101 · IC 671
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2166 · ICE 103 · IC 675
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 568 · ICE 279 · IR 2327
    2 transfers
  • EurowingsAZ7789+ITAAZ1417
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsAZ7789+ITAAZ1435
    1 transfer
  • EurowingsAZ7789+ITAAZ1421
    1 transfer

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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 $43.

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

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Lucerne costing on average $73.

A bus is $730 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Lucerne costing on average $773.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 4h 17m.

Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 35m.

Bus takes on average 7h 19m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Lucerne is approximately 126 miles (203 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Lucerne is:
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 2 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 FlixBus to go to Lucerne by bus.
  • Travel with Turkish Airlines, Air Dolomiti, ITA, Eurowings, Vueling, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic, Swiss to go to Lucerne by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft to go to Lucerne by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stuttgart to Lucerne:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Air Baltic, Swiss.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart to Lucerne often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Interlaken, Zurich, 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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