Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Luzern | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Luzern | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Luzern | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Luzern | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Luzern | No tags |
Get from Cologne to Lucerne
The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just CA$66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Lucerne?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Lucerne
- A
Lucerne Carparkplatz Inseliquai
Inseliquai, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland - B
Luzern Omnibusbahnhof
Luzern,, Switzerland - CEuropaplatz, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland
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Based on 12560 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at CA$66
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Lucerne
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Lucerne?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cologne to Lucerne start from CA$66. The average price for this route is around CA$69. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Lucerne?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Lucerne is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 270 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Lucerne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Lucerne?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Lucerne at 12:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Lucerne?
A bus journey from Cologne to Lucerne produces an estimated 10.8734 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Lucerne was searched and found on 5 May 2026 with a price of CA$56To 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 CA$56 to CA$61 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 CA$56, which is on 2026-05-05.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Lucerne?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
