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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Basel to Lucerne
Cheapest price on Oct 08
€6
Average ticket price on Oct 08
€12
Fastest journey on Oct 08
1 h
Average journey duration on Oct 08
1 h 8 m
Buses on Oct 08
5
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Basel to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Lucerne will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Thu, Oct 08, we found 5 buses from Basel to Lucerne, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 08 the direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Thu, Oct 08 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:50 PM1h00Basel1:50 PMLucerne€61One-way0 transfers- 10:10 AM1h10Basel11:20 AMLucerne€81One-way0 transfers
- 2:30 PM1h10Basel3:40 PMLucerne€121One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 PM1h10Basel3:10 PMLucerne€121One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM1h10Basel6:10 PMLucerne€181One-way0 transfers
- 12:50 PM1h00Basel1:50 PMLucerne€61One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM1h10Basel6:10 PMLucerne€181One-way0 transfers
- 10:10 AM1h10Basel11:20 AMLucerne€81One-way0 transfers
- 2:30 PM1h10Basel3:40 PMLucerne€121One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 PM1h10Basel3:10 PMLucerne€121One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Lucerne
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Take a bus from Basel to Lucerne and enjoy the approximately 79 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:04, the last at 23:54.
Distance 79 km |
First bus 12:04 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Live departures
Basel to Lucerne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Lucerne buses for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:40 PM Basel | 1h10 | 1:50 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:00 PM Basel | 1h10 | 4:10 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:40 PM Basel | 1h10 | 4:50 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Basel | 1h10 | 7:10 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:10 PM Basel | 1h10 | 8:20 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect |
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FAQs: Bus from Basel to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Lucerne by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lucerne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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