What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Luthern?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Luthern is to rideshare which costs SFr 4 - SFr 10 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Luthern?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Luthern is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 23.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Luthern?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Luzern. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Luthern?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Luzern. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Basel to Luthern?

The distance between Basel and Luthern is 92 km. The road distance is 97.1 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Luthern without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Luthern without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 45.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Luthern?

The train from Basel SBB to Luzern takes 1h 16m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basel to Luthern bus from?

Basel to Luthern bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Luthern train from?

Basel to Luthern train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel to Luthern?

The best way to get from Basel to Luthern is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 10 - SFr 50 and takes 2h.

Where does the Basel to Luthern bus arrive?

Basel to Luthern bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Luzern station.

Where does the Basel to Luthern train arrive?

Basel to Luthern train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Basel to Luthern?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Luthern is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Basel to Luthern.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Luthern?

Book your Basel to Luthern train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Luthern?

Book your Basel to Luthern bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Luthern?

There are 561+ hotels available in Luthern.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Luthern?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Luthern. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basel to Luthern - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basel to Luthern by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Basel to Luthern by train

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1h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 92.4 km
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Luthern, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Luzern hourly. Tickets cost CHF 20–45 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Südostbahn also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Luzern 4 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 11–17 and the journey takes 2h. Two other operators also service this route.

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