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Compare coach, train and flight for Hamburg to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, while a flight costs an average of £519.
Distance: 736 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£103 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £519 Average Price | £95 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 39m Average total duration 16h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Hamburg to Lucerne
Compare the available ways to get from Hamburg to Lucerne, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Lucerne is a coach with an average price of £65.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Lucerne:
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Lucerne costing on average £103.
A coach is £454 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Lucerne costing on average £519.
The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Lucerne is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 23m.
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 54m.
Coach takes on average 16h 39m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Lucerne including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 1h 2m sooner (8h 24m by train vs 9h 26m by car). Tickets start at around £103 compared to roughly £95 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Travel optionsfrom Hamburg to Lucerne
How to get to Lucerne from Hamburg by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Hamburg to Lucerne is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
18:15 15h05 Hamburg 9:20 Lucerne £38 1 One-way 0 changes
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18:15 15h05 Hamburg 9:20 Lucerne £38 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
18:15 15h05 Hamburg 9:20 Lucerne £38 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
9:00 20h10 Hamburg 5:10 Lucerne £71 1 One-way 0 changes20:45 23h35 Hamburg 20:20 Lucerne £79 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Lucerne by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Lucerne are Vitznau, Zurich, Bern, Weggis and Basel. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Lucerne on Omio.
Day trip from Lucerne to Zurich by ferry
Why visit Zurich for the day?
Zurich combines a global financial role with a calm lakeside setting and a well-kept Altstadt. It is known for banking and shopping, but also for art, river bathing and a distinctly orderly Swiss feel.
Day trip from Lucerne to Bern by ferry
Why visit Bern for the day?
Bern is Switzerland’s capital, known for its sandstone Old City, arcades and the Aare around its centre. It combines medieval character with a calm, everyday feel and a strong link to Albert Einstein.
Day trip from Lucerne to Weggis by ferry
Why visit Weggis for the day?
Weggis is a lakeside village on Lake Lucerne known for its mild climate and views of Mount Rigi. Its palm-lined promenade and relaxed resort feel make it well suited to slow days by the water.
Day trip from Lucerne to Basel by ferry
Why visit Basel for the day?
Basel is known for its art museums, Rhine setting and well-kept old town. On Switzerland’s northern border, it feels both historic and distinctly international.
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FAQs: Hamburg to Lucerne
Travel to Lucerne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Lucerne.
There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Lucerne including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Lucerne is a coach with an average price of £65.
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Lucerne:
A coach is £38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Lucerne costing on average £103.
A coach is £454 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Lucerne costing on average £519.
The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Lucerne is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 23m.
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 54m.
Coach takes on average 16h 39m.
The Hamburg to Lucerne distance is approximately 736 km.
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Lucerne is:
- Around 38 flights per day.
- Around 7 trains per day.
- Around 1 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg and Lucerne as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Lucerne:
- Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Turin Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Lucerne station.
- Coaches mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Lucerne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Lucerne by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Lucerne by coach.
- Travel with Air France, Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, KLM, Turkish Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, ITA, Eurowings, Vueling, BA Euroflyer, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic to go to Lucerne by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Hamburg to Lucerne:
- 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg to Lucerne often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Interlaken, Zurich, Paris, Basel. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lucerne and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Hamburg to Lucerne, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Lucerne, you can enjoy a boat tour or scenic walk around the picturesque Lake Lucerne, explore the charming Old Town with its cobblestone streets and historic landmarks, and visit the Richard Wagner Museum. Take a scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne for breathtaking mountain views, or ride the world's steepest cogwheel railway to Mount Pilatus for an unforgettable adventure. Don't miss the historic Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument, the interactive Swiss Museum of Transport, and the medieval Museggmauer wall with its panoramic views.
Three days in Lucerne is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Chapel Bridge, Mount Pilatus, and the Swiss Transport Museum, while also enjoying scenic boat trips on Lake Lucerne.
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