Lucerne to Basel bus with BlaBlaCar

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lucerne to Basel

Showing times and prices for 23 Feb

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

40 m

Average duration

1 h 2 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 £7 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 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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
10:001h00
Lucerne
11:00Basel
£51One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
20:500h40
Lucerne
21:30Basel
£61One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
12:001h00
Lucerne
13:00Basel
£61One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
11:201h10
Lucerne
12:30Basel
£91One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar
07:001h20
Lucerne
08:20Basel
£91One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach 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 train which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 £19.

Distance: 79 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£16

Average Price

Cheapest

£27

Average Price

1h 41m

Average total duration

1h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
BlaBlaCar

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Lucerne to Basel bus times

The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Basel coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 14:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blablacar16:50 Lucerne
1h10
18:00 Basel0 changesdirect
blablacar17:00 Lucerne
1h20
18:20 Basel0 changesdirect
blablacar18:20 Lucerne
1h30
19:50 Basel0 changesdirect
blablacar19:00 Lucerne
0h40
19:40 Basel0 changesdirect
blablacar19:50 Lucerne
1h10
21:00 Basel0 changesdirect
blablacar06:00 Lucerne
1h20
07:20 Basel0 changesdirect
blablacar09:00 Lucerne
1h00
10:00 Basel0 changesdirect
blablacar10:20 Lucerne
1h10
11:30 Basel0 changesdirect
blablacar11:00 Lucerne
1h00
12:00 Basel0 changesdirect

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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 11m. 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 11m
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 from Lucerne to BaselYou can travel by bus between Lucerne to Basel with BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Bartolini Turismo for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
£9
Gruppo Di Maio frequency
1 a day

Bartolini Turismo

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
£46
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
Cheap coach tickets from Lucerne to Basel can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lucerne to Basel is £16; 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 Lucerne to Basel is 1h 15m to travel the 79 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Lucerne to Basel leaves at 0:04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lucerne to Basel leaves at 23:52.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Lucerne to Basel with BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Bartolini Turismo. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Lucerne to Basel, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio, Bartolini Turismo for the best way to get you to Basel. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Lucerne and Basel and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Basel from Lucerne is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 15m 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 train and coach.
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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
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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