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

The cheapest way to get from Lucerne to Novara is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lucerne to Novara is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Lucerne and Novara?

No, there is no direct bus from Lucerne to Novara. However, there are services departing from Luzern and arriving at Novara via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Lucerne and Novara?

No, there is no direct train from Lucerne to Novara. However, there are services departing from Luzern and arriving at Novara Nord via Lugano and Busto Arsizio Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Lucerne to Novara?

The distance between Lucerne and Novara is 282 km. The road distance is 254 km.

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

The best way to get from Lucerne to Novara without a car is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs €19 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Lucerne to Novara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lucerne to Novara bus from?

Lucerne to Novara bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luzern station.

Where do I catch the Lucerne to Novara train from?

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

Train or bus from Lucerne to Novara?

The best way to get from Lucerne to Novara is to bus which takes 4h 49m and costs €19 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €180 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Lucerne to Novara bus arrive?

Lucerne to Novara bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Lucerne to Novara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lucerne to Novara?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucerne to Novara is 254 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Lucerne to Novara.

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

Book your Lucerne to Novara train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lucerne to Novara bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Novara?

There are 642+ hotels available in Novara.

Lucerne to Novara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Lucerne to Novara by bus, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Luzern to Milanbus FlixBus N401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Novarabus N550 / ...
4h 49m
€20–35
Train
1. Take the train from Luzern to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the train from Lugano to Busto Arsizio Nordtrain S50
4h 58m
€66–176
Drive 254 km
1. Drive from Lucerne to Novaracar 254 km
3h 6m
€46–66
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
4h 24m
€98–286
Bus via Rho
1. Take the bus from Lucerne to Aresebus
5h 34m
€23–34

Lucerne to Novara by bus

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 282.4 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Lucerne, Switzerland and Novara, Italy?

You can take a bus from Luzern to Novara via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Luzern to Novara Nord via Lugano and Busto Arsizio Nord in around 4h 58m.

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