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

The cheapest way to get from Lindau to Sarnen is to bus which costs SFr 18 - SFr 29 and takes 4h 39m.

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 19m.

How far is it from Lindau to Sarnen?

The distance between Lindau and Sarnen is 210 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 train via Zurich which takes 4h 19m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m 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.

Train or bus from Lindau to Sarnen?

The best way to get from Lindau to Sarnen is to train via Zurich which takes 4h 19m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 29 and takes 4h 39m.

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 937+ hotels available in Sarnen.

Lindau to Sarnen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lindau to Sarnen by train, bus, 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.

Train via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Bregenz to Zürich HBtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
4h 19m
CHF 66–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lindau to St. Gallen train stationbus FlixBus N106 / ...
2. Take the bus from St. Gallen Lagerstrasse to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus RegioJet 22
4h 39m
CHF 19–28
Drive 186.8 km
1. Drive from Lindau to Sarnencar 186.8 km
2h 44m
CHF 30–43
Train
1. Take the train from St. Gallen to Luzerntrain Vae
5h 28m
Train via Zurich Airport (ZRH)
1. Take the train from Lindau-Reutin to Zuerich Flughafentrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Luzerntrain 75
5h 34m
CHF 42–55

Lindau to Sarnen by train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.2 km
Duration: 4h 19m

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 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lindau to Sarnen via St. Gallen Lagerstrasse, Lucerne Landenbergstrasse, and Luzern in around 4h 39m.

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