Lucerne to Basel bus with BlaBlaCar

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lucerne to Basel

Showing times and prices for 20 Nov

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£11

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

1 h 14 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

79 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Lucerne to Basel will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Lucerne for Basel every day 5 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 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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.

BlaBlaCar
14:201h10
Lucerne
15:30Basel
£51One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
11:401h10
Lucerne
12:50Basel
£61One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
12:001h10
Lucerne
13:10Basel
£101One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
17:301h10
Lucerne
18:40Basel
£121One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
10:001h30
Lucerne
11:30Basel
£231One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Lucerne to Basel

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Basel 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

£16

Average Price

Cheapest

£28

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

Lucerne to Basel bus times

The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Basel coaches for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:19
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blablacar15:10 Lucerne
1h10
16:20 Basel0 changesdirect
blablacar17:00 Lucerne
1h10
18:10 Basel0 changesdirect
Thursday 20 November
Bartolini Turismo08:00 Lucerne
3h30
11:30 Basel0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Lucerne to Basel

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Buses from Lucerne to Basel 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.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:52. The fastest coach covers the 79 km distance in 1h 15m.

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
00:04
Last bus
23:52
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 Lucerne to BaselYou can travel by bus between Lucerne to Basel 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
1 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
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
£8
Gruppo Di Maio frequency
1 a day

Bartolini Turismo

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
£44
Bartolini Turismo frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Lucerne to Basel coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Basel by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, it is possible to travel from Lucerne to Basel without having to change trains with FlixBus, Gruppo Di Maio or Bartolini Turismo. There are 3 direct coaches from Lucerne to Basel each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Lucerne to Basel coach with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Gruppo Di Maio or Bartolini Turismo. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route from Lucerne to Basel as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to Basel from Lucerne is worth doing with a journey time of min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lucerne and Basel including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Lucerne to Basel has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Lucerne to Basel.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Lucerne to Basel.

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

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