How to get from Munich to Luzern
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Munich to Luzern by price and travel time.
- 273 km as the crow flies
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
3h 20m
1 transfer
Flight + Train
€437
Cheapest
5h 55m
1 transfer
Bus + Train
€34
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 20 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Munich to Luzern. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 55m by bus, train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 273 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €34, on Fri, Oct 9.
273 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €437Checked Oct 19 | 3h 20m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €34Reading date not recorded | 5h 55m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€437Checked Oct 193h 20m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€34Reading date not recorded5h 55m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Munich 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.
- 1Munich → Zurichbus
FlixBus·3h 50m - 2Zurich → Luzerntrain
SBB·50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departure and arrival
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.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 20
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusMunich-ZurichBook →SBBZurich-Luzern, Zurich Airport-LuzernBook →
SwissMunich Airport-Zurich AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB, Swiss; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Munich to Luzern works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Munich to Zurich, about 3h 50m. Transfer in Zurich and continue by SBB train on to Luzern (50 min). In total it's roughly €34 over 5h 55m, 1 transfer.
Munich to Luzern: common questions
How long does it take to get from Munich to Luzern?
The most useful route takes about 5h 55m by bus, train, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Munich 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 Munich 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 Munich?
About 273 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Munich to Luzern cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €34 to €37. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Which operators run Munich to Luzern?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB, Swiss.
Can you get from Munich to Luzern without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 4h 37m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Munich 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.
Where to next
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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.
Route calculated: 20 Oct 2026