Basel to Lucerne bus with BlaBlaCar

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Lucerne

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

1 h 15 m

Average duration

1 h 15 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

79 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Basel to Lucerne will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Basel for Lucerne every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.

FlixBus
09:251h15
Basel
10:40Lucerne
£101One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Basel to Lucerne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 79 km

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Most popular
Train

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£32

Average Price

1h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 41m

Average total duration

1h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Basel to Lucerne bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 19:38
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Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus09:25 Basel
1h15
10:40 Lucerne0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Basel to Lucerne

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Buses from Basel to Lucerne run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
79 km
Average bus duration
1h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
1h 15m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:54
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Bartolini Turismo, FlixBus from Basel to LucerneYou can travel by bus between Basel to Lucerne with BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Bartolini Turismo, FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£10
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day

Gruppo Di Maio

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
£8
Gruppo Di Maio frequency
1 a day

Bartolini Turismo

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
£43
Bartolini Turismo frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Basel to Lucerne coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Basel to Lucerne with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Lucerne.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Basel to Lucerne can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Basel to Lucerne is £19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Basel to Lucerne is 1 h 15 min   to travel the 49 mile long journey, with around there are 3 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Basel to Lucerne leaves at 02: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Basel to Lucerne leaves at 21: 00.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Basel to Lucerne with Bartolini Turismo, FlixBus or Gruppo Di Maio. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the route from Basel to Lucerne you can take a coach with BlaBlaCar, Bartolini Turismo, FlixBus or Gruppo Di Maio. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Basel to Lucerne on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to Lucerne from Basel is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
You have options as you can travel from Basel to Lucerne 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Basel to Lucerne has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Basel to Lucerne.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Basel to Lucerne.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Basel to Lucerne.
    No, luggage for the coach from Basel to Lucerne needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Basel to Lucerne.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Basel to Lucerne.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Basel to Lucerne.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Basel to Lucerne.

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