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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Lucerne is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Lucerne is to fly and train which takes 1h 57m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 360.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Lucerne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Genève and arriving at Luzern. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Geneva to Lucerne?

The distance between Geneva and Lucerne is 266 km. The road distance is 240.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Lucerne without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 260.

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

The train from Genève to Luzern takes 3h 7m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Lucerne train from?

Geneva to Lucerne train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Where does the Geneva to Lucerne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geneva to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Lucerne is 241 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Geneva to Lucerne.

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

Book your Geneva to Lucerne train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lucerne?

There are 662+ hotels available in Lucerne.

Geneva to Lucerne - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Geneva to Lucerne by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Genève to Luzerntrain Ir15 / ...
3h 7m
CHF 90–260
Drive 240.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Geneva to Lucernecar 240.8 km
3h 11m
CHF 40–57
Fly, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
1h 57m
CHF 122–351

Geneva to Lucerne by train

115Weekly Trains

3h 7mAverage Duration

CHF 90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 265.6 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Lucerne, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Genève to Luzern hourly. Tickets cost CHF 90–260 and the journey takes 3h 7m.

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