What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Luthern?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Luthern is to rideshare which costs SFr 3 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Luthern?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Luthern is to drive which takes 36 min and costs SFr 8 - SFr 12.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Luthern?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai station and arriving at Lucerne Landenbergstrasse. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Luthern?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Luzern. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Zurich to Luthern?

The distance between Zurich and Luthern is 54 km. The road distance is 52.2 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Luthern without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Luthern without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs SFr 23 - SFr 45.

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Luthern?

The train from Zürich HB to Luzern takes 41 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Luthern bus from?

Zurich to Luthern bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Luthern train from?

Zurich to Luthern train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Luthern?

The best way to get from Zurich to Luthern is to train which takes 41 min and costs SFr 23 - SFr 45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 2 - SFr 5 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Zurich to Luthern bus arrive?

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

Where does the Zurich to Luthern train arrive?

Zurich to Luthern train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Luthern?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Luthern is 52 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Zurich to Luthern.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Luthern?

Book your Zurich to Luthern train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Zurich to Luthern?

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Where can I stay near Luthern?

There are 620+ hotels available in Luthern.

Can I share a ride from Zurich to Luthern?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Zurich and Luthern. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Zurich to Luthern - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Zurich to Luthern by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
41 min
CHF 23–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus RegioJet 22
50 min
CHF 2–5
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Zurich to Lucernerideshare 50.9 km
54 min
CHF 3
Drive 52.2 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Lutherncar 52.2 km
36 min
CHF 9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Zurich to Lutherntaxi 52.2 km
36 min
CHF 230–280

Zurich to Luthern by train

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41 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 54.4 km
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Luthern, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Luzern every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 23–45 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse once a week. Tickets cost CHF 2–5 and the journey takes 50 min.

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