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Swiss Museum of Transport
Major transport museum with trains, planes, automobiles and interactive exhibits. Excellent for families and anyone curious about mobility.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Lucerne
Showing times and prices for 23 Aug
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£2
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
40 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Lucerne will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Fast coaches
Of the 2 buses that leave Zurich for Lucerne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 40 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.
23:000h50Zurich23:50Lucerne£21One-way0 changes- 21:200h40Zurich22:00Lucerne£31One-way0 changes
- 21:200h40Zurich22:00Lucerne£31One-way0 changes
- 23:000h50Zurich23:50Lucerne£21One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Zurich to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £24.
Distance: 40 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£27 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Lucerne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lucerne coaches for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 22:10 Zurich | 1h20 | 23:30 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Lucerne
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Buses from Zurich to Lucerne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 40 km distance in 1h 19m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Distance 40 km |
Average bus duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 19m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio from Zurich to LucerneYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Lucerne with BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio for as low as £15. 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
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
£4
Gruppo Di Maio frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Lucerne
Things to do in Lucerne
Discover the best of Lucerne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucerne trip today.
- Recommended
Kunstmuseum Luzern
Art museum at KKL with modern and classical exhibitions. A strong choice for thoughtful shows in a prominent lakeside cultural venue.
- Recommended
Sammlung Rosengart
Museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso’s later years, showing works and photographs in a central old-town building near the Reuss.
- Must visit
Altstadt
Car-free old town area with painted facades, fountains and lively lanes. Ideal for wandering, shopping and seeing Lucerne beyond the postcard icons.
- Recommended
Nationalquai
Lakeside promenade and district with grand villas, gardens and mountain views. Perfect for an easy walk away from the busiest centre streets.
- Recommended
Dietschiberg
Hilltop viewpoint above Lucerne reached by funicular, with broad panoramas over the city, lake and surrounding mountains.
- Vegetarian
Käsefondue
A rich cheese fondue often made with Swiss cheeses and white wine. A classic shared Alpine dish widely enjoyed in Lucerne, especially in colder months.
- Gluten-free
Rösti
Swiss rösti of grated potatoes fried until crisp and often served as a side or main. It is a staple across Central Switzerland and common in Lucerne inns.
- Vegetarian
Älplermagronen
Pasta-like dumplings from Central Switzerland, traditionally served with cheese, onions or apple sauce. A hearty rustic dish linked to Alpine farming traditions.
Restaurant Oliveira's
Refined dining venue by the lake with seasonal cuisine, polished service and elegant surroundings suited to a special meal.
Restaurant Fritschi
Well-known old-town Swiss restaurant serving fondue, raclette and hearty regional food in a lively, traditional setting.
Rössli Gourmet & Bar
Casual Lucerne institution popular for crisp potato rösti with varied toppings, offering a relaxed and reliable Swiss meal near the centre.
Swiss franc (CHF)
Lucerne is pricier than most European cities, with high hotel, dining and local transport costs, especially in peak tourist season.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- CHF 35-60 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service in restaurants. Round up small amounts for taxis and cafés.
FAQs: Zurich to Lucerne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Lucerne 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 Lucerne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Zurich to Lucerne can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Zurich to Lucerne is £27; 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 Zurich to Lucerne is 1h 19m to travel the 40 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 Zurich to Lucerne leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Zurich to Lucerne leaves at 23:58.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Zurich to Lucerne with BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Zurich to Lucerne, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio for the best way to get you to Lucerne. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Zurich and Lucerne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Zurich , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Opfikon, Glatthof, Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) . When arriving in Lucerne , you can end your route in coach stations like Luzern.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Opfikon, Glatthof, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luzern, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Lucerne from Zurich is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 19m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Zurich to Lucerne is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Lucerne including taking a coach and train.
No, the coach from Zurich to Lucerne has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Zurich to Lucerne.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Zurich to Lucerne.
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 Zurich to Lucerne.
No, luggage for the coach from Zurich to Lucerne needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Zurich to Lucerne.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Zurich to Lucerne.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Zurich to Lucerne.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Zurich to Lucerne.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Lucerne
Most Zurich to Lucerne buses use the Opfikon, Glatthof to Luzern station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Lucerne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Zurich
Arrival bus stations in Lucerne
Which Zurich station do buses to Lucerne leave from?
Buses from Zurich to Lucerne leave from Opfikon, Glatthof. The station is 1 km from Zurich city centre at Wallisellerstrasse 7, 8152 Opfikon, Switzerland.
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)Sihlquai, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) from Zurich city centre
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) bus station facilities and services
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)Zürich Flughafen, 8302 Kloten, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) from Zurich city centre
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Train75 · 10m · £4 · every ~2 min
S2, S24, Ic5, Ir36, Ir75, Ir13, Ic81, Ic1, Ic8, S, Ir, N1, Ext · 12m · £4 · every ~22 min
S7, S16 · 18m · £4 · every ~5 min
BusN10 · 27m · £5
Tram10 · 30m · £3 · every ~14 min
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) bus station facilities and services
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several fast-food and cafe options available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof). ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Which Lucerne station do buses from Zurich arrive at?
Buses from Zurich to Lucerne arrive at Luzern. Luzern is from Lucerne city centre.
LuzernLucerne, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Luzern from Lucerne city centre
Bus10, 11, 12, 14, 18, 1, 20 · 2m · £3 · every ~11 min
Luzern bus station facilities and services
Luzern has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several dining options nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available at the bus station. ATMs are aTMs available within walking distance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luzern.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern: Wheelchair accessible.
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