Basel to Luzern by bus + train
This route from Basel to Luzern is not by bus the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 5h 35m in total, run by FlixBus, SBB. A quicker option we found is train, at 1h 07m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €24
- Total journey
- 5h 35m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- FlixBus, SBB
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The journey, step by step
- 1Basel to Zurich
FlixBus1h 05mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Zurich - 2Zurich to Luzern
SBB50mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €20Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 1h 07mdirect | See Train details |
- Train€20Omio catalogue, Sep 91h 07m · directSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Basel to Luzern by bus: common questions
How long does Basel to Luzern take by bus?
The bus does not cover the whole route: bus + train together take about 5h 35m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Basel to Luzern?
The best price in our latest check was €24. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Basel to Luzern?
FlixBus, SBB. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the train better?
The train is faster at 1h 07m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Basel Luzern bus
- Basel to Luzern by bus
- bus ticket Basel to Luzern
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