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One way to Travel from Lake Lucerne to Basel

Composite routes from Lake Lucerne to Basel

Cheapest
1 h 22 min
Car
125 km.
from $6

Transport providers

Train operators

Südostbahn

Phone:
+41 58 580 70 70
Email:
Website:
sob.ch/
Train from Luzern to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Luzern to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.26–$82.70

Trenitalia EuroCity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Email:
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Luzern to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.08–$89.06

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Lucerne to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.49

Bus operators

Gruppo Di Maio

Phone:
+39 0827 34 117
Email:
Website:
gruppodimaio.it/
Bus from Lucerne to Basel
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17

Bosna Tours

Phone:
+ 387 30 514 886
Website:
bosnatours.ba/
Bus from Luzern, Bahnhof to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Basel is to rideshare which costs $6.40 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Basel is to drive which takes 1h and costs $18.48 - $28.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Lake Lucerne and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lucerne and arriving at Basel. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Lake Lucerne to Basel?

The distance between Lake Lucerne and Basel is 93 km. The road distance is 96.7 km.

How do I travel from Lake Lucerne to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Lucerne to Basel without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $30.43 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Lake Lucerne to Basel?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Lake Lucerne to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Lucerne to Basel bus from?

Lake Lucerne to Basel bus services, operated by Bosna Tours, depart from Luzern, Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Lake Lucerne to Basel?

The best way to get from Lake Lucerne to Basel is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $30.43 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Lake Lucerne to Basel bus arrive?

Lake Lucerne to Basel bus services, operated by Bosna Tours, arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Lake Lucerne to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Lucerne to Basel is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Lake Lucerne to Basel.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 949+ hotels available in Basel. Prices start at $58.93 per night.

Can I share a ride from Lake Lucerne to Basel?

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