What is the cheapest way to get from Lindau to Sarnen?

The cheapest way to get from Lindau to Sarnen is to drive which costs SFr 29 - SFr 45 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lindau to Sarnen?

The fastest way to get from Lindau to Sarnen is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Lindau and Sarnen?

No, there is no direct train from Lindau to Sarnen. However, there are services departing from Lindau-Insel and arriving at Sarnen via Bregenz, Zürich HB and Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Lindau to Sarnen?

The distance between Lindau and Sarnen is 204 km. The road distance is 186.8 km.

How do I travel from Lindau to Sarnen without a car?

The best way to get from Lindau to Sarnen without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 51m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 85.

How long does it take to get from Lindau to Sarnen?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Lindau to Sarnen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lindau to Sarnen train from?

Lindau to Sarnen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Bregenz station.

Where does the Lindau to Sarnen train arrive?

Lindau to Sarnen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Lindau to Sarnen?

Yes, the driving distance between Lindau to Sarnen is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Lindau to Sarnen.

How do I get a train ticket from Lindau to Sarnen?

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Where can I stay near Sarnen?

There are 970+ hotels available in Sarnen.

Lindau to Sarnen - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lindau to Sarnen by bus, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lindau to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N106 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
3h 51m
CHF 34–81
Drive 186.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lindau to Sarnencar 186.8 km
2h 44m
CHF 30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Bregenz to Zürich HBtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
4h 18m
CHF 68–191

Lindau to Sarnen by bus and train

14Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

CHF 34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.5 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Lindau, Bavaria, Germany and Sarnen, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lindau-Insel to Sarnen via Bregenz, Zürich HB, and Luzern in around 4h 18m.

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