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Get from Basel to Luzern
The journey takes about 1 hour 2 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Luzern?
Basel
- ABasel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
- BMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- C
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland - D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel - E
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Luzern
- ABahnhofpl. 1a, 6003 Luzern, Switzerland
- B
Littau
Littau, 6014 Luzern, Switzerland - C
Luzern Verkehrshaus
Luzern Verkehrshaus, 6006 Luzern, Switzerland
Train companies
Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at $45
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Luzern by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Basel to Luzern?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Luzern start at $45. The average price for this train route is around $75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Basel to Luzern?
The average train trip from Basel to Luzern takes 1h 2m and covers 78 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 1m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Luzern route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Luzern?
The earliest train from Basel to Luzern departs at 7:03am. The latest train departs at 11:45pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Luzern was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Luzern, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $278 for a train ticket from Basel to Luzern based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-14.
