How to get from Geneva to Luzern
- 190 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 3h 36m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
3h 36m
1 transfer
Train
€61
Cheapest
6h 25m
2 transfers
Bus + Train
€37
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Geneva to Luzern. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 25m by bus, train, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 190 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
190 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €48Omio catalogue, Sep 25 | 3h 36m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €37Reading date not recorded | 6h 25m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Train€48Omio catalogue, Sep 253h 36m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€37Reading date not recorded6h 25m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Geneva to Luzern: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Geneva → Zurich Airportbus
FlixBus·3h 50m - 2Zurich Airport → ZurichbusCity transit·10m
- 3Zurich → Luzerntrain
SBB·50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Train· 3h€48Book
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusGeneva-Zurich AirportBook →City transitZurich Airport-ZurichBook →SBBZurich-Luzern, Geneva-Bern, Bern-LuzernBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, City transit, SBB; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Geneva to Luzern works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Geneva to Zurich Airport, about 3h 50m. Transfer in Zurich Airport and continue by City transit bus on to Zurich (10 min). Transfer in Zurich and continue by SBB train on to Luzern (50 min). In total it's roughly €37 over 6h 25m, 2 transfers.
Geneva to Luzern: common questions
How long does it take to get from Geneva to Luzern?
The most useful route takes about 6h 25m by bus, train, 2 transfers.
Is there a bus from Geneva to Luzern?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a train from Geneva to Luzern?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Luzern from Geneva?
About 190 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Geneva to Luzern cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €37. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Geneva to Luzern?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, City transit, SBB.
Can you get from Geneva to Luzern without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Luzern?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, City transit, SBB
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026