What is the cheapest way to get from Alsace to Lucerne?

The cheapest way to get from Alsace to Lucerne is to train and bus which costs SFr 19 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alsace to Lucerne?

The fastest way to get from Alsace to Lucerne is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Alsace and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Alsace to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Scherwiller and arriving at Luzern via Selestat and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Alsace to Lucerne?

The distance between Alsace and Lucerne is 195 km. The road distance is 188.9 km.

How do I travel from Alsace to Lucerne without a car?

The best way to get from Alsace to Lucerne without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

How long does it take to get from Alsace to Lucerne?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Alsace to Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alsace to Lucerne train from?

Alsace to Lucerne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Selestat station.

Where does the Alsace to Lucerne train arrive?

Alsace to Lucerne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Basel Sbb station.

Can I drive from Alsace to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Alsace to Lucerne is 189 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Alsace to Lucerne.

How do I get a train ticket from Alsace to Lucerne?

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Where can I stay near Lucerne?

There are 671+ hotels available in Lucerne.

Alsace to Lucerne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Alsace to Lucerne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Selestat to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
3h 18m
CHF 46–74
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Selestat to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
4h 26m
CHF 19–35
Drive 188.9 km
1. Drive from Alsace to Lucernecar 188.9 km
1h 58m
CHF 32–46
Train via Sissach
1. Take the train from Selestat to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Gelterkinden to Luzerntrain Ir27
4h 3m
CHF 46–107

Alsace to Lucerne by train

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Distance: 194.8 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Alsace, Grand Est, France and Lucerne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Scherwiller to Luzern via Selestat, Basel Sbb, and Basel SBB in around 3h 18m.

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