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Kunstmuseum Basel
A major art museum with works from old masters to modern art. It is essential for understanding Basel’s strong cultural scene.
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
1 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
1 h 1 m
Trains on 03 Sept
63
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 63 trains from Lucerne to Basel, including 29 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
RE 24 4734 | 4734 · IC 61 632 | 632
IC 21 688 | 688
IR 26 2336 | 2336 · IC 6 336 | 336
RE 24 4736 | 4736 · IC 6 634 | 634
IR 27 2484 | 2484
IR 26 2316 | 2316
IR 26 2320 | 2320
IC 21 672 | 672
EC 178 | 178
IR 26 2324 | 2324Omio 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 train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a coach costs an average of £27.
Distance: 79 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lucerne to Basel:
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Lucerne to Basel costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Basel take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 11m.
The journey is about 7m faster (1h 5m by train vs 1h 12m by car) and roughly £32 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£23 vs £56). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Basel trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 27 2486 | 2486 | 20:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 21:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 75 2587 | 2587 · S 26 8682 | 8682 · IR 37 2284 | 2284 | 20:35 Lucerne station | 1h41 | 22:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
IR 75 2587 | 2587 · IC 3 1056 | 1056 | 20:35 Lucerne station | 1h51 | 22:26 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 26 2336 | 2336 · IC 6 336 | 336 | 20:54 Lucerne station | 1h06 | 22:00 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
RE 24 4738 | 4738 · EC 66 | 66 | 21:05 Lucerne station | 1h32 | 22:37 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 70 2640 | 2640 · NJ 402 | 402 | 21:09 Lucerne station | 1h43 | 22:52 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 70 2640 | 2640 · IR 37 2286 | 2286 | 21:09 Lucerne station | 2h07 | 23:16 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 70 2640 | 2640 · IC 60402 | 60402 | 21:09 Lucerne station | 1h43 | 22:52 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
S 1 21173 | 21173 · S 29 8987 | 8987 · IC 21 692 | 692 | 21:14 Lucerne station | 1h46 | 23:00 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
S 1 21173 | 21173 · S 29 8987 | 8987 · S 3 17386 | 17386 | 21:14 Lucerne station | 2h12 | 23:26 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
IR 75 2589 | 2589 · S 26 8686 | 8686 · IR 37 2286 | 2286 | 21:35 Lucerne station | 1h41 | 23:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
RE 24 4740 | 4740 · IC 6 648 | 648 | 22:05 Lucerne station | 1h35 | 23:40 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 75 2591 | 2591 · S 26 8690 | 8690 · IR 37 2288 | 2288 | 22:35 Lucerne station | 1h41 | 0:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2340 | 2340 | 22:54 Lucerne station | 1h06 | 0:00 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4742 | 4742 · IC 6 646 | 646 | 23:05 Lucerne station | 1h38 | 0:43 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 75 2593 | 2593 · S 26 8694 | 8694 · IR 37 2290 | 2290 | 23:35 Lucerne station | 1h41 | 1:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
IC 21 696 | 696 | 23:54 Lucerne station | 1h09 | 1:03 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 696 | 696 · S 3 17394 | 17394 | 23:54 Lucerne station | 1h33 | 1:27 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
RE 24 4708 | 4708 · IC 6 606 | 606 | 6:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 7:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2458 | 2458 | 6:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 7:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 26 2308 | 2308 | 6:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 7:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4710 | 4710 · IC 61 608 | 608 | 7:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 8:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2460 | 2460 | 7:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 8:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 664 | 664 · IC 6 960 | 960 | 7:54 Lucerne station | 1h06 | 9:00 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 21 664 | 664 | 7:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 8:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4712 | 4712 · IC 6 610 | 610 | 8:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 9:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2462 | 2462 | 8:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 9:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 75 2571 | 2571 · S 26 8634 | 8634 · IR 37 2260 | 2260 | 8:35 Lucerne station | 1h41 | 10:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
IR 75 2571 | 2571 · TGV 9210 | 9210 | 8:35 Lucerne station | 1h51 | 10:26 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 26 2312 | 2312 | 8:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 9:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4714 | 4714 · IC 61 612 | 612 | 9:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 10:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2464 | 2464 | 9:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 10:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 668 | 668 · IC 61 964 | 964 | 9:54 Lucerne station | 1h06 | 11:00 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 21 668 | 668 | 9:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 10:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4716 | 4716 · EC 60 | 60 | 10:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 11:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2466 | 2466 | 10:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 11:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 75 2117 | 2117 · S 26 8642 | 8642 · IR 37 2264 | 2264 | 10:35 Lucerne station | 1h41 | 12:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2316 | 2316 | 10:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 11:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4718 | 4718 · IC 61 616 | 616 | 11:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 12:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2468 | 2468 | 11:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 12:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 672 | 672 · ICE 106 | 106 | 11:54 Lucerne station | 1h06 | 13:00 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 21 672 | 672 | 11:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 12:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4720 | 4720 · IC 6 618 | 618 | 12:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 13:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2470 | 2470 | 12:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 13:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 75 2121 | 2121 · S 26 8650 | 8650 · IR 37 2268 | 2268 | 12:35 Lucerne station | 1h41 | 14:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
IR 75 2121 | 2121 · TGV 9222 | 9222 | 12:35 Lucerne station | 1h51 | 14:26 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 26 2320 | 2320 | 12:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 13:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4722 | 4722 · IC 61 620 | 620 | 13:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 14:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2472 | 2472 | 13:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 14:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 75 2123 | 2123 · S 26 8654 | 8654 · IR 37 2270 | 2270 | 13:35 Lucerne station | 1h41 | 15:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
EC 178 | 178 | 13:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 14:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4724 | 4724 · IC 6 622 | 622 | 14:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 15:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2474 | 2474 | 14:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 15:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 75 2125 | 2125 · S 26 8658 | 8658 · IR 37 2272 | 2272 | 14:35 Lucerne station | 1h41 | 16:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
IR 75 2125 | 2125 · TGV 9226 | 9226 | 14:35 Lucerne station | 1h51 | 16:26 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 26 2324 | 2324 | 14:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 15:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4726 | 4726 · IC 61 624 | 624 | 15:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 16:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2476 | 2476 | 15:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 16:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 680 | 680 · IC 61 976 | 976 | 15:54 Lucerne station | 1h06 | 17:00 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 21 680 | 680 | 15:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 16:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4728 | 4728 · IC 6 626 | 626 | 16:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 17:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2478 | 2478 | 16:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 17:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 75 2581 | 2581 · S 26 8666 | 8666 · IR 37 2276 | 2276 | 16:35 Lucerne station | 1h41 | 18:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2328 | 2328 | 16:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 17:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4730 | 4730 · IC 61 628 | 628 | 17:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 18:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2480 | 2480 | 17:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 18:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 684 | 684 · ICE 100 | 100 | 17:54 Lucerne station | 1h06 | 19:00 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IC 21 684 | 684 | 17:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 18:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4732 | 4732 · EC 64 | 64 | 18:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 19:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2482 | 2482 | 18:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 19:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 75 2133 | 2133 · S 26 8674 | 8674 · IR 37 2280 | 2280 | 18:35 Lucerne station | 1h41 | 20:16 Basel SBB | 2 changes | |
IR 26 2332 | 2332 | 18:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 19:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 24 4734 | 4734 · IC 61 632 | 632 | 19:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 20:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
IR 27 2484 | 2484 | 19:30 Lucerne station | 1h14 | 20:44 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 688 | 688 | 19:54 Lucerne station | 1h01 | 20:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 21 688 | 688 · IC 61 984 | 984 | 19:54 Lucerne station | 1h06 | 21:00 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
RE 24 4736 | 4736 · IC 6 634 | 634 | 20:05 Lucerne station | 1h24 | 21:29 Basel SBB | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Lucerne to Basel run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Basel — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Basel trip today.
A major art museum with works from old masters to modern art. It is essential for understanding Basel’s strong cultural scene.
A leading museum for contemporary art and design. The building and collection make it a highlight for modern architecture fans.
This museum presents fine art from the 15th to 19th centuries in a grand setting near the cathedral and old town lanes.
Basel’s main square hosts the town hall and daily market. It is a lively place to start exploring the old town on foot.
This broad terrace beside the cathedral offers one of Basel’s best Rhine views and a peaceful pause above the old town.
A charming old town street lined with medieval houses, small shops and quiet corners. It captures Basel’s historic atmosphere well.
Basel’s spiced honey biscuit, traditionally baked for autumn fairs and Christmas. Its long shelf life and ornate shapes make it a local classic.
A baked flour soup slowly browned for a deep flavour, traditionally served during Basel Carnival and often finished with cheese.
A rich onion tart from the Basel region, usually made with onions, cream, eggs and often bacon. Popular in autumn during market season.
Elegant dining room in central Basel known for refined French-influenced cuisine and polished service.
Long-established vegetarian restaurant offering creative seasonal dishes in a relaxed, modern setting.
Well-known riverside beer hall and restaurant with hearty Swiss fare, local beers and a lively, classic atmosphere.
Basel is costly versus most European cities, with high hotel, dining and daily transport prices for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafés or add 5-10% for great service; round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Basel by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lucerne to Basel trains use the Luzern Bhf to Basel SBB station pair, with some services arriving at Basel Bad Bhf. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Basel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luzern Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
Luzern Allmend/Messe is 1 km from Lucerne city centre. Public transport options include:
Luzern Allmend/Messe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
ATMs are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
Available at Luzern Allmend/Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luzern Allmend/Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
Luzern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Bahnhof.
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Basel, Brausebad has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the station. ATMs are available at Basel, Brausebad.
Ticket office support is available at Basel, Brausebad.
Available at Basel, Brausebad: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Brausebad: The station has accessible entrances and facilities.
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