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Compare train, coach and flight for Heidelberg to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a flight costs an average of £424.
Distance: 264 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£57 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £424 Average Price | £94 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg 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 Heidelberg to Lucerne
Compare the available ways to get from Heidelberg to Lucerne, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg to Lucerne is a coach with an average price of £29.
This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg to Lucerne:
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Lucerne costing on average £57.
A coach is £396 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Lucerne costing on average £424.
The fastest way to travel from Heidelberg to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 4h 8m.
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 24m.
Coach takes on average 7h 15m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Heidelberg and Lucerne including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 11m faster (3h 38m by train vs 3h 49m by car) and roughly £37 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£57 vs £94). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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How to get to Lucerne from Heidelberg by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Heidelberg to Lucerne is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
0:25 10h40 Heidelberg 11:05 Lucerne £23 1 One-way 0 changes
Cheapest
0:25 10h40 Heidelberg 11:05 Lucerne £23 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
15:30 7h55 Heidelberg 23:25 Lucerne £25 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
16:30 7h55 Heidelberg 0:25 Lucerne £30 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 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 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: Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Lucerne.
There are 3 options to travel between Heidelberg and Lucerne including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg to Lucerne is a coach with an average price of £29.
This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg to Lucerne:
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg to Lucerne costing on average £57.
A coach is £396 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heidelberg to Lucerne costing on average £424.
The fastest way to travel from Heidelberg to Lucerne is by train with an average journey time of 4h 8m.
Other travel options to Lucerne take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 24m.
Coach takes on average 7h 15m.
The Heidelberg to Lucerne distance is approximately 264 km.
The average frequency per day from Heidelberg to Lucerne is:
- Around 30 flights per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 2 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Heidelberg and Lucerne as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Heidelberg to Lucerne:
- Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Turin Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Heidelberg Hbf and arrive in Lucerne station.
- Coaches mostly depart from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Heidelberg to Lucerne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Lucerne by coach.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Lucerne by train.
- Travel with Air France, Air Dolomiti, ITA, Turkish Airlines, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa, BA Euroflyer, British Airways to go to Lucerne by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Heidelberg to Lucerne with the following travel companies:
- 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
- 3 direct flights per day with Air Dolomiti.
Omio customers who travel from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Lucerne, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach 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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