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Next departures for Basel to Luzern on August 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	7:16am	Basel	1h 14m	8:30am	Luzern
Train	8:03am	Basel	1h 2m	9:05am	Luzern
Train	3:03pm	Basel	1h 2m	4:05pm	Luzern
Train	3:16pm	Basel	1h 14m	4:30pm	Luzern
Train	4:03pm	Basel	1h 2m	5:05pm	Luzern

Get from Basel to Luzern

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 1 minute, and with fares starting at just RUB 2,495, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 1mAverage Duration

78 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Luzern?

Basel

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Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
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Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
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Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Luzern

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Luzern
Bahnhofpl. 1a, 6003 Luzern, Switzerland
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Littau
Littau, 6014 Luzern, Switzerland
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Luzern Verkehrshaus
Luzern Verkehrshaus, 6006 Luzern, Switzerland

Train companies

Swiss Federal Railways

4.8/59 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi5.0

Based on 9 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 RUB 2,495

CH train companies:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Deutsche Bahn ICE

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 RUB 2,495. The average price for this train route is around RUB 4,402. 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 1m 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 5 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 7:04am. The latest train departs at 4:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08-23

RUB 2,271

08-24

RUB 2,193

Today

RUB 2,424

08-26

RUB 2,436

08-27

RUB 2,222

08-28

RUB 2,487

08-29

RUB 2,391

08-30

RUB 2,105

The cheapest trip from Basel to Luzern was searched and found on Aug 30, 2026 with a price of RUB 2,105

To 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 RUB 2,105 to RUB 22,800 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 RUB 2,105 which is on 2026-08-30.