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Today11 Sept
from US$38
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 11 September at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 12 September at
    Destination city: Lucerne
    Destination location: Luzern
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 11 September at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    Arrival time: 12 September at
    Destination city: Lucerne
    Destination location: Luzern
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Lucerne

Bus
Average priceUS$38 - US$69Average duration13h 35m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$32 - US$57Average duration5h 50m
19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Lucerne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lucerne. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
5h 50mAverage duration
US$32Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Lucerne: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$47
Average bus trip duration13h 35m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure11:50
Distance282 miles
Latest bus departure23:35

Cologne to Lucerne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Lucerne

  1. What's the distance between Cologne and Lucerne by coach?

    The distance between Cologne and Lucerne by coach is approximately 275 miles (444 km).

  2. How can I travel from Cologne to Lucerne avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Lucerne was searched and found on 11 Sept 2025 with a price of US$34

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Lucerne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$64 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Lucerne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$41, which is on 2025-09-14.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Lucerne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cologne to Lucerne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Lucerne.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cologne to Lucerne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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