The cheapest and fastest ferries from Gersau to Lucerne
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€30
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€30
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 33 m
Ferries on Sep 19
1
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Gersau to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gersau to Lucerne will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 ferries from Gersau to Lucerne, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct ferries cover the 18 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 33 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.
2:14 PM1h33Gersau (see)3:47 PMLucerne€301One-way0 transfers
2:14 PM1h33Gersau (see)3:47 PMLucerne€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry, bus, and train for Gersau to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gersau to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €19, while a ferry costs an average of €30.
Distance: 9 nautical miles (18 km)
Compare ferry with
| Ferry | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
2h 33m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gersau to Lucerne:
A train is €0.04 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gersau to Lucerne costing on average €19.
A train is €11 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Gersau to Lucerne costing on average €30.
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 24m.
Ferry takes on average 1h 33m.
Gersau to Lucerne Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Vierwaldstättersee | Departure Time 02:14PM | Arrival Time 03:47PM | Duration 1h33 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Gersau to Lucerne ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Gersau to Lucerne ferries for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:14 PM Gersau (see) | 1h33 | 3:47 PM Lucerne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Gersau to Lucerne
Ferries from Gersau to Lucerne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €17 by train.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 14:14, the last at 14:14. The fastest ferry covers the 9 nautical miles (18 km) distance in 1h 33m.

Distance 9 nautical miles (18 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 1h 33m |
First ferry 2:14 PM |
Last ferry 2:14 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Vierwaldstättersee from Gersau to LucerneYou can travel by ferry between Gersau to Lucerne with Vierwaldstättersee for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Vierwaldstättersee
FAQs: Ferry from Gersau to Lucerne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gersau to Lucerne by ferry. 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 ferry, 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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