What is the best way to travel from Lucerne to Kiel?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Kiel from Lucerne. 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 Kiel from Lucerne?
You can reach Kiel with just £40 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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FlixBus32h 0m013:00LucerneBus Station Inselipark21:00KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 20/01/2026 13:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 21/01/2026 21:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus20h 35m017:25Zurich AirportZurich Airport14:00KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 24/01/2026 17:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 25/01/2026 14:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 35m
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FlixBus20h 40m007:30Zurich AirportZurich Airport04:10KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 24/01/2026 07:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 25/01/2026 04:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 40m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus23h 5m002:15LucerneBus Station Inselipark01:20KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 02:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 27/01/2026 01:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 5m
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FlixBus22h 25m015:35LucerneBus Station Inselipark14:00KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 15:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 27/01/2026 14:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 25m
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FlixBus28h 25m016:35LucerneBus Station Inselipark21:00KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 16:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 27/01/2026 21:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 25m
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Deutsche Bahn15h 48m017:05LucerneCentral Station08:53KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 17:05:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 27/01/2026 08:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £59 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 48m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 47m014:05LucerneCentral Station00:52KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 14:05:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 27/01/2026 00:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £69 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 47m
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Deutsche Bahn11h 45m011:05LucerneCentral Station22:50KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 11:05:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 26/01/2026 22:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £75 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn11h 35m008:05LucerneCentral Station19:40KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 08:05:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 26/01/2026 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £78 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
Cheapest Buses Monday
Cheapest Trains Monday
What are the fastest trips from Lucerne to Kiel?
You can get to Kiel from Lucerne in just 10h 47m 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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FlixBus32h 0m013:00LucerneBus Station Inselipark21:00KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 20/01/2026 13:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 21/01/2026 21:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus20h 35m017:25Zurich AirportZurich Airport14:00KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 24/01/2026 17:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 25/01/2026 14:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 35m
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FlixBus20h 40m007:30Zurich AirportZurich Airport04:10KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Zurich Airport, Zurich Airport (Switzerland) at 24/01/2026 07:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 25/01/2026 04:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 40m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Deutsche Bahn10h 47m014:05LucerneCentral Station00:52KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 14:05:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 27/01/2026 00:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £69 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 47m
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Deutsche Bahn11h 35m008:05LucerneCentral Station19:40KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 08:05:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 26/01/2026 19:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £78 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
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Deutsche Bahn11h 45m011:05LucerneCentral Station22:50KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 11:05:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 26/01/2026 22:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £75 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
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Deutsche Bahn15h 48m017:05LucerneCentral Station08:53KielCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 17:05:00 to Central Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 27/01/2026 08:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £59 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 48m
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FlixBus22h 25m015:35LucerneBus Station Inselipark14:00KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 15:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 27/01/2026 14:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 25m
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FlixBus23h 5m002:15LucerneBus Station Inselipark01:20KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 02:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 27/01/2026 01:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 5m
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FlixBus28h 25m016:35LucerneBus Station Inselipark21:00KielCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) at 26/01/2026 16:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Kiel (Germany) arriving at 27/01/2026 21:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 25m
Fastest Trains Monday
Fastest Buses Monday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Lucerne to Kiel
What are the most popular stations in Lucerne and Kiel?
In Lucerne, you will usually depart from Bus Station Inselipark, Central Bus Station or Central Station, while in Kiel you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station or Norwegenkai Bus Stop, 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 Kiel from Lucerne? 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 Lucerne and Kiel, you can pay as low as £40 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 Kiel in just 10h 47m.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 Lucerne and Kiel are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn, 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 Lucerne and Kiel 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 Kriens or to Kronshagen, and look at flights from Zurich Airport, and landing at . 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 Lucerne to Kiel?
The most popular companies between Lucerne and Kiel, are FlixBus and Deutsche Bahn. 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 Lucerne to Kiel
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Lucerne to Kiel. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Lucerne to Kiel
How can I reach Kiel from Lucerne?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Kiel from Lucerne.
How far is Kiel from Lucerne?
The distance between Lucerne and Kiel is 818.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Lucerne and Kiel?
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 22 kgs of CO2, a train 29 kgs, a car 139 kgs, and a flight 201 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Lucerne to Kiel?
You can get to Kiel with just £40 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Lucerne to Kiel?
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 Kiel in just 10h 47m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Lucerne and to Kiel
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Lucerne and to Kiel. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
