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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Lucerne is to bus which costs SFr 50 - SFr 75 and takes 10h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Lucerne is to fly and train which takes 4h 59m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 250.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Lucerne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Prague Florenc Central Bus Station station and arriving at Lucerne Landenbergstrasse. Services depart three times a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Luzern via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 32m.

How far is it from Prague to Lucerne?

The distance between Prague and Lucerne is 590 km. The road distance is 685.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Lucerne without a car is to bus which takes 10h 25m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Prague to Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Lucerne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prague to Lucerne train from?

Prague to Lucerne train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train or bus from Prague to Lucerne?

The best way to get from Prague to Lucerne is to bus which takes 10h 25m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 240 - SFr 450 and takes 15h 32m.

Where does the Prague to Lucerne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prague to Lucerne train arrive?

Prague to Lucerne train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Prague to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Lucerne is 686 km. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Prague to Lucerne.

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

Book your Prague to Lucerne train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Prague to Lucerne bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Lucerne?

There are 684+ hotels available in Lucerne.

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Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Zurich Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane PRG - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
4h 59m
CHF 103–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prague Florenc Central Bus Station to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
10h 25m
CHF 50–75
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
15h 32m
CHF 242–445
Drive 685.8 km
1. Drive from Prague to Lucernecar 685.8 km
7h 36m
CHF 111–161
Fly Václav Havel Airport Prague to Basel, train
1. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Basel (BSL)plane PRG - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luzerntrain
5h 50m
CHF 90–254
Train to Dresden Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden Hbftrain
2. Fly from Dresden Airport (DRS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane DRS - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
7h 16m
CHF 165–448
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Prague to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N199 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
11h 8m
CHF 71–141

Prague to Lucerne by bus

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Distance: 590.2 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Lucerne, Switzerland?

RegioJet operates a bus from Prague Florenc Central Bus Station to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse 3 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 50–75 and the journey takes 10h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Luzern via Zuerich Hb and Zürich HB in around 15h 32m.

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