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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Lucerne is to bus which costs SFr 22 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Lucerne is to fly and train which takes 3h 45m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 320.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Lucerne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich Central Bus Station station and arriving at Lucerne Landenbergstrasse. Services depart three times a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from München Hbf and arriving at Luzern via St. Margrethen SG and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Munich to Lucerne?

The distance between Munich and Lucerne is 358 km. The road distance is 341.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Lucerne without a car is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 35.

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

The bus from Munich Central Bus Station to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse takes 4h 40m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Munich to Lucerne bus from?

Munich to Lucerne bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Munich Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Lucerne train from?

Munich to Lucerne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich to Lucerne?

The best way to get from Munich to Lucerne is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 85 - SFr 290 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Munich to Lucerne bus arrive?

Munich to Lucerne bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Lucerne Landenbergstrasse station.

Where does the Munich to Lucerne train arrive?

Munich to Lucerne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at St. Margrethen SG station.

Can I drive from Munich to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Lucerne is 341 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Munich to Lucerne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lucerne?

There are 674+ hotels available in Lucerne.

Munich to Lucerne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Munich to Lucerne by bus, train, car, or plane

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1. Take the bus from Munich Central Bus Station to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
4h 40m
CHF 22–35
Train
1. Take the train from München Hbf to St. Margrethen SGtrain 88
2. Take the train from St. Margrethen SG to Zürich HBtrain Ec
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir / ...
5h 26m
CHF 90–287
Drive 341.2 km
1. Drive from Munich to Lucernecar 341.2 km
3h 56m
CHF 57–83
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MUC - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
3h 45m
CHF 113–315
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich Airport bus stationbus FlixBus N191
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Luzerntrain 75
6h 5m
CHF 27–43
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)plane MUC - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain
4h 35m
CHF 148–366

Munich to Lucerne by bus

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Distance: 357.8 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Lucerne, Switzerland?

RegioJet operates a bus from Munich Central Bus Station to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse 3 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 22–35 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from München Hbf to Luzern via St. Margrethen SG and Zürich HB in around 5h 26m.

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