What is the best way to travel from Erlangen to Lucerne?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Lucerne from Erlangen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Lucerne from Erlangen?
You can reach Lucerne with just £33 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus14h 30m020:55ErlangenCentral Station11:25LucerneBus Station Inselipark0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 05/12/2025 20:55:00 to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 06/12/2025 11:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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FlixBus14h 30m020:55ErlangenCentral Station11:25LucerneBus Station Inselipark0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 06/12/2025 20:55:00 to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 07/12/2025 11:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus14h 30m020:55ErlangenCentral Station11:25LucerneBus Station Inselipark0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 08/12/2025 20:55:00 to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 09/12/2025 11:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 53m005:02ErlangenCentral Station13:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 08/12/2025 05:02:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 08/12/2025 13:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 26m013:29ErlangenCentral Station21:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 08/12/2025 13:29:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 08/12/2025 21:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 26m011:29ErlangenCentral Station19:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 08/12/2025 11:29:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 08/12/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £85 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 26m
Cheapest Buses Monday
Cheapest Trains Monday
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Deutsche Bahn8h 53m005:02ErlangenCentral Station13:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 05:02:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 11/12/2025 13:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £77 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 53m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 26m011:29ErlangenCentral Station19:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 11:29:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 11/12/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £85 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 26m013:29ErlangenCentral Station21:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 13:29:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 11/12/2025 21:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 26m
Cheapest Trains Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Erlangen to Lucerne?
You can get to Lucerne from Erlangen in just 8h 26m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus14h 30m020:55ErlangenCentral Station11:25LucerneBus Station Inselipark0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 05/12/2025 20:55:00 to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 06/12/2025 11:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
Fastest Buses Friday
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FlixBus14h 30m020:55ErlangenCentral Station11:25LucerneBus Station Inselipark0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 06/12/2025 20:55:00 to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 07/12/2025 11:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn8h 26m013:29ErlangenCentral Station21:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 08/12/2025 13:29:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 08/12/2025 21:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 26m011:29ErlangenCentral Station19:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 08/12/2025 11:29:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 08/12/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £85 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 53m005:02ErlangenCentral Station13:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 08/12/2025 05:02:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 08/12/2025 13:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 53m
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FlixBus14h 30m020:55ErlangenCentral Station11:25LucerneBus Station Inselipark0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 08/12/2025 20:55:00 to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 09/12/2025 11:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 30m
Fastest Trains Monday
Fastest Buses Monday
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Deutsche Bahn8h 26m011:29ErlangenCentral Station19:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 11:29:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 11/12/2025 19:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £85 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 26m013:29ErlangenCentral Station21:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 13:29:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 11/12/2025 21:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £97 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 26m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 53m005:02ErlangenCentral Station13:55LucerneCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 05:02:00 to Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 11/12/2025 13:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £77 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 53m
Fastest Trains Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Erlangen to Lucerne
What are the most popular stations in Erlangen and Lucerne?
In Erlangen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Paul-Gossen-Straße Train Station or Bubenreuth Train Station, while in Lucerne you will be arriving at Bus Station Inselipark, Central Bus Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Lucerne from Erlangen? With 3 connections between 2 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Erlangen and Lucerne, you can pay as low as £33 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Lucerne in just 8h 26m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Erlangen and Lucerne are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Erlangen and Lucerne is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Langensendelbach or to Kriens, and look at flights from Nuremberg Airport, and landing at Zurich Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Erlangen to Lucerne?
The most popular companies between Erlangen and Lucerne, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Erlangen to Lucerne
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Erlangen to Lucerne. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Erlangen to Lucerne
How can I reach Lucerne from Erlangen?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Lucerne from Erlangen.
How far is Lucerne from Erlangen?
The distance between Erlangen and Lucerne is 345.9 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Erlangen and Lucerne?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 59 kgs, and a flight 85 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Erlangen to Lucerne?
You can get to Lucerne with just £33 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Erlangen to Lucerne?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Lucerne in just 8h 26m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Erlangen and to Lucerne
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Erlangen and to Lucerne. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

