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

The cheapest way to get from Giessbach to Luthern is to drive which costs SFr 8 - SFr 13 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Giessbach to Luthern is to drive which takes 46 min and costs SFr 8 - SFr 13.

How far is it from Giessbach to Luthern?

The distance between Giessbach and Luthern is 59 km. The road distance is 53.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Giessbach to Luthern without a car is to line 59 ferry and train which takes 2h 32m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Giessbach to Luthern, including transfers.

Can I drive from Giessbach to Luthern?

Yes, the driving distance between Giessbach to Luthern is 53 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Giessbach to Luthern.

Where can I stay near Luthern?

There are 620+ hotels available in Luthern.

Giessbach to Luthern - 3 ways to travel via train, line 59 ferry, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Giessbach to Luthern by ferry, train, car, or taxi

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

Line 59 ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Giessbach See to Brienzferry 59 / ...
2. Take the train from Brienz to Luzerntrain Lix / ...
2h 32m
CHF 29–40
Drive 53.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Giessbach to Lutherncar 53.5 km
46 min
CHF 9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Giessbach to Lutherntaxi 53.5 km
46 min
CHF 240–290

Giessbach to Luthern by ferry and train

52Weekly Services

2h 32mAverage Duration

CHF 29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Giessbach to Luthern.

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Distance: 58.9 km
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Giessbach, Canton of Bern, Switzerland and Luthern, Switzerland?

There is no direct connection from Giessbach to Luthern. However, you can take the line 59 ferry to Brienz, walk to Brienz, then take the train to Luzern. Alternatively, you can drive from Giessbach to Luthern in around 46 min.

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