Bus Zurich to Lucerne: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Zurich to Lucerne

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Zurich to Lucerne from various bus operators like Shuttler for the next days.

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Friday

$22

Saturday

$23

Sunday

$14

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Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Shuttler	0h 46m	6:20 PM	Zurich	Central Bus Station Sihlquai	7:06 PM	Lucerne	Bus Station Inselipark		Economy	$22	A Bus from Shuttler goes from Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Zurich (Switzerland) at 8/28/2026 6:20:00 PM to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 8/28/2026 7:06:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 46m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Shuttler	0h 45m	9:00 AM	Zurich	Central Station	9:45 AM	Lucerne	Pilatusplatz Bus Stop	Basic	$23	A Bus from Shuttler goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 8/29/2026 9:00:00 AM to Pilatusplatz Bus Stop, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 8/29/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
Shuttler	0h 45m	2:45 PM	Zurich	Central Station	3:30 PM	Lucerne	Pilatusplatz Bus Stop	Basic	$23	A Bus from Shuttler goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 8/29/2026 2:45:00 PM to Pilatusplatz Bus Stop, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 8/29/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
Shuttler	0h 40m	9:05 AM	Zurich	Zürich Brunau Train Station	9:45 AM	Lucerne	Pilatusplatz Bus Stop	Basic	$23	A Bus from Shuttler goes from Zürich Brunau Train Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 8/29/2026 9:05:00 AM to Pilatusplatz Bus Stop, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 8/29/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
Shuttler	0h 40m	2:50 PM	Zurich	Zürich Brunau Train Station	3:30 PM	Lucerne	Pilatusplatz Bus Stop	Basic	$23	A Bus from Shuttler goes from Zürich Brunau Train Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 8/29/2026 2:50:00 PM to Pilatusplatz Bus Stop, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 8/29/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 40m
Shuttler	0h 41m	9:05 AM	Zurich	Zürich Brunau Train Station	9:46 AM	Lucerne	Eichhof Bus Stop	Basic	$23	A Bus from Shuttler goes from Zürich Brunau Train Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 8/29/2026 9:05:00 AM to Eichhof Bus Stop, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 8/29/2026 9:46:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 41m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Shuttler	0h 45m	9:00 AM	Zurich	Central Station	9:45 AM	Lucerne	Pilatusplatz Bus Stop		Basic	$14	A Bus from Shuttler goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 8/30/2026 9:00:00 AM to Pilatusplatz Bus Stop, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 8/30/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
	Shuttler	0h 45m	2:45 PM	Zurich	Central Station	3:30 PM	Lucerne	Pilatusplatz Bus Stop		Basic	$14	A Bus from Shuttler goes from Central Station, Zurich (Switzerland) at 8/30/2026 2:45:00 PM to Pilatusplatz Bus Stop, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 8/30/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Zurich to Lucerne is $14 on 8/23/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Zurich and Lucerne

See here how frequent the connections between Zurich and Lucerne are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Zurich to Lucerne. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Zurich and Lucerne.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 6 buses from Zurich to Lucerne, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Zurich and Lucerne, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Zurich to Lucerne

Compare all providers like Shuttler that travel 4 times every day by bus from Zurich to Lucerne in one click! Book your bus ticket from Zurich to Lucerne starting from $14!

Cheapest Bus	$14
Fastest Bus	0h 40m
Earliest Bus	6:20 PM
Latest Bus	2:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	24.5 miles
Bus Companies	Shuttler

Cheapest bus connections from Zurich to Lucerne

Every day, 4 buses from 1 bus companies leave Zurich for Lucerne: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/26/2026 and for the following days.

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Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

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Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/23

Monday 08/24

Tuesday 08/25

Wednesday 08/26

Thursday 08/27

Friday 08/28

$22

Saturday 08/29

$23

Sunday 08/30

$14

Monday 08/31

Tuesday 09/01

Wednesday 09/02

Thursday 09/03

Friday 09/04

$20

Saturday 09/05

Sunday 09/06

$14

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

Saturday 09/12

Sunday 09/13

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

The cheapest time to travel from Zurich to Lucerne

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Zurich to Lucerne, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $14, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Zurich to Lucerne. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $23.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Zurich to Lucerne, with $14. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $22.

How to save money travelling from Zurich to Lucerne

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Zurich to Lucerne in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Zurich to Lucerne, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Zurich to Lucerne are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Zurich and Lucerne

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Zurich and Lucerne.

Central Bus Station Sihlquai

Ausstellungsstrasse 5

Central Station

Bahnhofplatz

Goldauerstrasse

Kinkelstrasse

Central Polybahn

Bus Station Inselipark

Europaplatz / Inseliquai 1

Central Bus Station

West

Autobahnraststätte West (Richtung Luzern) 1

Eichhof Bus Stop

Central Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Zurich to Lucerne

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Zurich to Lucerne? Or which bus companies serve the route Zurich to Lucerne? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Zurich to Lucerne bus

How much does a Zurich Lucerne bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $14 and takes 0h 45m to reach Lucerne. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Zurich to Lucerne?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $14 and $29. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Lucerne.

On average, how many connections are available from Zurich to Lucerne each day?

Every day, the Zurich to Lucerne bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Zurich to Lucerne take?

The fastest bus from Zurich to Lucerne is offered by Shuttler and takes 0h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $23. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Zurich to Lucerne?

The earliest bus arriving in Lucerne from Zurich starts at 6:20 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Zurich to Lucerne?

The latest bus trip departing from Zurich for Lucerne starts at 2:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Zurich Lucerne route?

When traveling by bus from Zurich to Lucerne, passengers can travel with Shuttler. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Lucerne?

You can check all the direct connections between Zurich and Lucerne by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Shuttler.

What can I take with me on the Zurich to Lucerne bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Zurich Lucerne bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Zurich Lucerne bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Zurich to Lucerne on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Zurich to Lucerne?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Zurich to Lucerne

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Zurich and to Lucerne

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Zurich and to Lucerne. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!