How to get to Prague from Lucerne

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Compare coach, train and flight for Lucerne to Prague

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, while a flight costs an average of £335.

Distance: 562 km

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Driving

£170

Average Price

£70

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Cheapest

£335

Average Price

£160

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(fuel + tolls)

11h 23m

Average total duration

10h 53m

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30m

Additional time*

14h 47m

Average total duration

14h 17m

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30m

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5h 19m

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Fastest

3h 19m

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2h 0m

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7h 53m

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(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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0.6 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

1.7 - 3.4kg

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Air Dolomiti

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Prague is a coach with an average price of £70.

This is compared to other travel options from Lucerne to Prague:

A coach is £100 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Prague costing on average £170.

A coach is £264 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Prague costing on average £335.

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Prague is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Prague take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 23m.

Coach takes on average 14h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lucerne and Prague including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £170 compared to roughly £160 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-10.30. The journey takes 10h 53m versus 7h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Lucerne to Prague

How to get to Prague from Lucerne by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Lucerne to Prague is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    15:3516h55
    Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    8:30Praha, Zličín
    £571One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    15:3516h55
    Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    8:30Praha, Zličín
    £571One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Air DolomitiLH1883+LufthansaLH1690
    9:552h45
    Turin Airport
    12:40Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    £2531One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 668 · ICE 108 · ICE 517+alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH363
    9:5412h28
    Lucerne station
    22:22Prague hlavní nádraží
    £1171One-way
    3 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIR 2316 · ICE 370 · ICE 567 · 88621
    10:5411h28
    Lucerne station
    22:22Prague hlavní nádraží
    £1211One-way
    5 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIR 2312 · ICE 372 · IC 2049 · RJ 385
    8:5412h31
    Lucerne station
    21:25Prague hlavní nádraží
    £1421One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    16:3018h05
    Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    10:35Prague, Central Train Station
    £571One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:2519h30
    Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    23:55Prague, Central Train Station
    £571One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    4:2516h45
    Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)
    21:10Praha, Na Knížecí
    £571One-way
    2 changes
  • Air FranceKL2103+KLMKL1408 · KL1359
    10:209h30
    Turin Airport
    19:50Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    £1591One-way
    2 changes
  • KLMKL1638 · KL1359
    6:0513h45
    Turin Airport
    19:50Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    £1611One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1638 · KL1361
    6:0516h30
    Turin Airport
    22:35Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    £1611One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Lucerne to Prague

Travel to Prague 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 Lucerne to Prague.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lucerne and Prague including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Prague is a coach with an average price of £70.

This is compared to other travel options from Lucerne to Prague:

A coach is £100 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Prague costing on average £170.

A coach is £264 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Prague costing on average £335.

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Prague is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Prague take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 23m.

Coach takes on average 14h 47m.

The Lucerne to Prague distance is approximately 562 km.
The average frequency per day from Lucerne to Prague is:
  • Around 33 flights per day.
  • Around 11 coaches per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lucerne and Prague 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 Lucerne to Prague:
  • Flights mostly depart from Turin Airport and arrive in Prague Vaclav Havel Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lucerne station and arrive in Prague hlavní nádraží.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) and arrive in Prague, Central Train Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lucerne to Prague, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Buzz, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, ITA to go to Prague by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Prague by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, alex-Länderbahn und Vogtlandbahn-GmbH, České dráhy to go to Prague by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lucerne to Prague:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Buzz.
Omio customers who travel from Lucerne to Prague often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Budapest, Berlin, Dresden, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Prague and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Lucerne to Prague, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
Discover Prague by climbing Petrin Hill for stunning city views and exploring the Petrin Tower and Mirror Maze. Experience the vibrant nightlife in Vinohrady, or enjoy a boat cruise on the Vltava River for a unique perspective of the city's landmarks. Immerse yourself in Czech history at the National Museum, and attend a classical music concert in one of its historic churches or concert halls. Visit iconic sights such as Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, St. Vitus Cathedral, and the Jewish Quarter to fully appreciate the city's rich heritage and architectural beauty.
Typically, spending three to four days in Prague allows visitors to explore its main attractions, such as Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town Square, while also enjoying the local cuisine and culture.

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