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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Lucerne is to bus which costs SFr 90 - SFr 140 and takes 28h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Lucerne is to fly and train which takes 7h 9m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 350.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Istanbul and arriving at Lucerne Landenbergstrasse via Munich Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Luzern via Halkali, Videle, Budapest-Keleti, Sargans and Thalwil. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 55m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Lucerne?

The distance between Istanbul and Lucerne is 1846 km. The road distance is 2151.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Lucerne without a car is to bus which takes 28h 40m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m to get from Istanbul to Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Lucerne bus from?

Istanbul to Lucerne bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, depart from Istanbul station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Lucerne train from?

Istanbul to Lucerne train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Where does the Istanbul to Lucerne bus arrive?

Istanbul to Lucerne bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, arrive at Munich station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Lucerne?

Lucerne is 2h behind Istanbul. It is currently 10:14 AM in Istanbul and 8:14 AM in Lucerne.

Where does the Istanbul to Lucerne train arrive?

Istanbul to Lucerne train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Videle station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Lucerne is 2151 km. It takes approximately 20h 52m to drive from Istanbul to Lucerne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul to Lucerne?

Book your Istanbul to Lucerne bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lucerne?

There are 665+ hotels available in Lucerne.

Istanbul to Lucerne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 9 ways to get from Istanbul to Lucerne by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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

Fly Istanbul to Zurich Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane IST - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
7h 9m
CHF 118–350
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Basel, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Basel (BSL)plane SAW - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain
8h 19m
CHF 78–298
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Munichbus
2. Take the bus from Munich Central Bus Station to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
28h 40m
CHF 92–140
Night train, train
1. Take the nighttrain from Halkali to Videlenighttrain
2. Take the train from Videle to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
3. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Sarganstrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Sargans to Thalwiltrain
5. Take the train from Thalwil to Luzerntrain N7 / ...
40h 55m
CHF 214–333
Drive 2,151.4 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Lucernecar 2,151.4 km
20h 52m
CHF 358–517
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane SAW - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
7h 29m
CHF 83–350
Fly Istanbul to Basel, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Basel (BSL)plane IST - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain
8h 9m
CHF 123–348
Fly Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane IST - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
3. Take the train from Lugano to Luzerntrain
10h 46m
CHF 142–359
Bus via Paraćin
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Paraćin ASbus N1920
2. Take the bus from Paraćin to Lucernebus
37h 50m
CHF 145–306

Istanbul to Lucerne by bus

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28h 40mAverage Duration

CHF 92Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Istanbul to Lucerne.

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Distance: 1,846.2 km
Duration: 7h 9m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Lucerne, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Istanbul to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse via Munich Central Bus Station in around 28h 40m.

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