Basel to Lucerne Train
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Basel to Lucerne by train
The journey from Basel to Lucerne by train is 49.16 mi and takes 1 hr 29 min. There are 91 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:04 AM and the last at 11:30 PM. It is possible to travel from Basel to Lucerne by train for as little as $22.68 or as much as $70.56. The best price for this journey is $22.68.
| Lowest Price | $22.68 |
| Journey Duration | 1 hr 29 min |
| Connection per Day | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen 91 |
| Lowest Price | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen $22.68 |
| Highest Price | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen $70.56 |
| First Departure | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen 12:04 AM |
| Last Departure | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen 11:30 PM |
| Distance | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen 49.16 mi |
| Departure | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen Basel |
| Arrival | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen Lucerne |
| Carriers | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen Schweizerische Bundesbahnen |
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Find the best day to travel to Lucerne by train
When travelling to Lucerne by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Basel to Lucerne CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
5.54kg
Bus
5.93kg
Flight
15.82kg
Car
12.66kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Basel to Lucerne by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Basel and Lucerne are 5.54kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Basel and Lucerne? By taking the train between Basel and Lucerne you will save 10.28kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.39kg compared to a bus and 7.12kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Basel to Lucerne?
A train ticket from Basel to Lucerne is $34.82. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $22.68.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Basel to Lucerne?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Basel to Lucerne is $22.68. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Basel and Lucerne by train?
Basel to Lucerne is 49.16 mi.
How long does the train between Basel and Lucerne take?
Basel to Lucerne is on average 1 hr 29 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 1 min.
How many train connections per day go from Basel to Lucerne?
Basel to Lucerne has 91 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Basel to Lucerne leave?
The earliest train from Basel to Lucerne departs at 12:04 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Basel to Lucerne depart?
The latest train from Basel to Lucerne departs at 11:30 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Basel to Lucerne in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $22.68 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Basel to Lucerne?
There are on average 35 direct connection(s) from Basel to go to Lucerne.
What's the fastest journey time between Basel to Lucerne by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Basel and Lucerne is 1 hr 1 min.
Is there a direct train from Basel to Lucerne?
Yes, there is a direct train between Basel and Lucerne.
What are the CO2 emissions for Basel to Lucerne by train?
The train journey from Basel to Lucerne creates 5.54kg of CO2 emissions.