Lucerne to Basel train

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Information about the Lucerne to Basel train

Travel by train from Lucerne to Basel. 43 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lucerne at 0h 47m and the last at 23h 54m, allowing you to cover the 77.52 km distance in as little as 1h 01m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

1h 17m

Shortest route time

1h 01m

First hour of departure

0h 47m

Last hour of departure

23h 54m

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How much does a train ticket from Lucerne to Basel cost?

To get the best price for a train ticket, we recommend booking several months in advance. When making your booking, you can adjust the dates and times of your departure to travel at the lowest price. To stay up to date with our best offers, create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Lucerne to Basel take?

By train, allow an average of 1h 17m to complete the Lucerne to Basel journey.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Lucerne to Basel?

Allow 1h 01m to travel between Lucerne and Basel on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Lucerne to Basel each day?

43 trains complete the Lucerne to Basel journey each day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Lucerne and Basel?

It is possible to travel between Lucerne and Basel on Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Lucerne and Basel by train?

The rail connection between Lucerne and Basel is approximately 77.52 km.

What time is the first train from Lucerne to Basel?

Looking for an early start? Take the Lucerne to Basel train at 0h 47m.

What time is the last train from Lucerne to Basel?

The last train leaves Lucerne at 23h 54m.

To leave Lucerne, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page presents a list of trains departing from: LUZERN.

At Basel, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains on this page terminate at: BASEL SBB.

Which train companies operate trains from Lucerne to Basel?

Journeys from Lucerne to Basel are operated by SBB.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Basel?

The price of a Lucerne – Basel train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Lucerne to Basel thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Basel.

Price of a Lucerne – Basel Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Basel: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Lucerne to Basel at the lowest fare.

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Last-minute Lucerne – Basel Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Lucerne to Basel. For last-minute train tickets from Lucerne to Basel, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Lucerne to Basel and alternative routes

For your journey to Basel, if a direct train is available from Lucerne, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Which companies operate the train from Lucerne to Basel?

If you're travelling from Lucerne to Basel, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

SBB

Travel from Lucerne to Basel with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). SBB is Switzerland’s national rail operator, with an extensive and punctual network connecting cities across the country efficiently. SBB operates a range of services, including high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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What travel classes are available on the Lucerne to Basel train?

To travel from Lucerne to Basel, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

SBB

Travel from Lucerne to Basel by train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Depending on your journey and the train selected, enjoy 1st or 2nd class comfort on long-distance InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, tilting trains, or the regional network, which includes InterRegio (IR), RegioExpress (RE), and Regio (R) services. Your SBB train ticket Lucerne - Basel allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.

What on-board services are available on the Lucerne to Basel train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lucerne to Basel route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

SBB

Treats and relaxation at the SBB Restaurant

Turn your journey into a break: enjoy a selection of carefully chosen meals and drinks at the SBB Restaurant or SBB Bistro, to delight your taste buds even on the train.
Free Internet on board and in stations

Browse free of charge: thanks to SBB WiFi, Internet access is available in many stations and on board mainline trains!
Enhanced comfort in 1st class

Travel with greater ease: in 1st class, you'll enjoy more legroom, individually adjustable seats spaced further apart, outlets in every compartment, 2+1 layouts, as well as "business" and "quiet" areas for greater peace of mind.
Transporting your luggage on board the train

SBB makes it easy to travel with your luggage. You can keep your luggage with you on the train thanks to the numerous storage areas: under or between the seats, in the overhead luggage racks, or in the multi-function compartments of duplex cars. Pictograms indicate luggage and stroller zones.
Transporting your bicycle on board the train

Bicycles are welcome on SBB trains. You can transport your personal bicycle in the areas provided, including in the IC2000 cars on the lower level. Groups of cyclists (10 people or more) can benefit from specially adapted services on booking. Folding bicycles can be transported as hand luggage, without a specific ticket. For other types of bicycles, we recommend checking transport conditions and booking in advance, especially during busy periods.
Travelling with your pet

Small animals, up to the size of a cat, can travel free of charge on SBB trains if they are transported in a closed cage or bag, placed under the seat or in the luggage racks. For dogs, a specific ticket is required and can be purchased via the SNCF Connect application. Dogs must be kept on a leash and remain on the floor during the journey.

Which stations does the train from Lucerne to Basel depart from and arrive at?

Find information on the location of departure and arrival stations, how to get there and a selective overview of destinations served.

Basel SBB

Basel station, also known as Basel SBB, is the largest border station in Europe. Located in the city centre, it plays a key role in international rail connections between Switzerland, France and Germany. From the station, you can easily reach Basel Cathedral on Münsterplatz (around 15 minutes on foot) or Basel Town Hall (around 20 minutes).

How do I get to Basel station?

Basel station is very well served by public transport. To get there, you can take one of the tram lines that stop in front of the station ("Bahnhof SBB" stop). Many bus lines serve the station. If you are a cyclist, you can easily park your bike at the Velostation at the station.

What are the main destinations from Basel station?

From Basel station, enjoy a wide range of journeys within Switzerland and abroad, including to France. TGV Lyria offers several journeys every day to Paris, via Dijon, Mulhouse Ville and Belfort - Montbéliard TGV. TER offers journeys to Strasbourg via St-Louis, Colmar, Mulhouse and Sélestat. Other operators run services to Zurich, Frankfurt am Main, Laufenburg and Laufen, among others.

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Lucerne to Basel train schedule for Friday 6 November 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
0h 47m	2h 05m	1h 18m	SBB	Booking
0h 47m Luzern SBB 2344 1h 05m Sursee 1h 19m Zofingen 1h 28m Olten 1h 53m Liestal 2h 05m Basel Sbb
5h 30m	6h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
5h 30m Luzern SBB 2456 5h 47m Sursee 6h 01m Zofingen 6h 10m Olten 6h 22m Gelterkinden 6h 26m Sissach 6h 33m Liestal 6h 44m Basel Sbb
5h 54m	6h 55m	1h 01m	SBB	Booking
5h 54m Luzern SBB 2306 6h 28m Olten 6h 55m Basel Sbb
6h 05m	7h 29m	1h 24m	SBB	Booking
6h 05m Luzern SBB 4708 6h 10m Emmenbruecke 6h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 6h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 6h 26m Sursee 6h 31m Wauwil 6h 35m Nebikon 6h 38m Dagmersellen 6h 40m Reiden 6h 44m Zofingen 6h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 7h 04m Olten SBB 606 7h 29m Basel Sbb
6h 30m	7h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
6h 30m Luzern SBB 2458 6h 47m Sursee 7h 01m Zofingen 7h 10m Olten 7h 22m Gelterkinden 7h 26m Sissach 7h 33m Liestal 7h 44m Basel Sbb
7h 05m	8h 28m	1h 23m	SBB	Booking
7h 05m Luzern SBB 4710 7h 10m Emmenbruecke 7h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 7h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 7h 26m Sursee 7h 31m Wauwil 7h 35m Nebikon 7h 38m Dagmersellen 7h 40m Reiden 7h 44m Zofingen 7h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 8h 04m Olten SBB 74 8h 28m Basel Sbb
7h 30m	8h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
7h 30m Luzern SBB 2460 7h 47m Sursee 8h 01m Zofingen 8h 10m Olten 8h 22m Gelterkinden 8h 26m Sissach 8h 33m Liestal 8h 44m Basel Sbb
7h 54m	8h 55m	1h 01m	SBB	Booking
7h 54m Luzern SBB 664 8h 28m Olten 8h 55m Basel Sbb
8h 05m	9h 29m	1h 24m	SBB	Booking
8h 05m Luzern SBB 4712 8h 10m Emmenbruecke 8h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 8h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 8h 26m Sursee 8h 31m Wauwil 8h 35m Nebikon 8h 38m Dagmersellen 8h 40m Reiden 8h 44m Zofingen 8h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 9h 04m Olten SBB 610 9h 29m Basel Sbb
8h 30m	9h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
8h 30m Luzern SBB 2462 8h 47m Sursee 9h 01m Zofingen 9h 10m Olten 9h 22m Gelterkinden 9h 26m Sissach 9h 33m Liestal 9h 44m Basel Sbb
9h 05m	10h 29m	1h 24m	SBB	Booking
9h 05m Luzern SBB 4714 9h 10m Emmenbruecke 9h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 9h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 9h 26m Sursee 9h 31m Wauwil 9h 35m Nebikon 9h 38m Dagmersellen 9h 40m Reiden 9h 44m Zofingen 9h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 10h 04m Olten SBB 612 10h 29m Basel Sbb
9h 30m	10h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
9h 30m Luzern SBB 2464 9h 47m Sursee 10h 01m Zofingen 10h 10m Olten 10h 22m Gelterkinden 10h 26m Sissach 10h 33m Liestal 10h 44m Basel Sbb
9h 54m	10h 55m	1h 01m	SBB	Booking
9h 54m Luzern SBB 668 10h 28m Olten 10h 55m Basel Sbb
10h 30m	11h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
10h 30m Luzern SBB 2466 10h 47m Sursee 11h 01m Zofingen 11h 10m Olten 11h 22m Gelterkinden 11h 26m Sissach 11h 33m Liestal 11h 44m Basel Sbb
11h 05m	12h 29m	1h 24m	SBB	Booking
11h 05m Luzern SBB 4718 11h 10m Emmenbruecke 11h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 11h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 11h 26m Sursee 11h 31m Wauwil 11h 35m Nebikon 11h 38m Dagmersellen 11h 40m Reiden 11h 44m Zofingen 11h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 12h 04m Olten SBB 616 12h 29m Basel Sbb
11h 30m	12h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
11h 30m Luzern SBB 2468 11h 47m Sursee 12h 01m Zofingen 12h 10m Olten 12h 22m Gelterkinden 12h 26m Sissach 12h 33m Liestal 12h 44m Basel Sbb
11h 54m	12h 55m	1h 01m	SBB	Booking
11h 54m Luzern SBB 672 12h 28m Olten 12h 55m Basel Sbb
12h 05m	13h 30m	1h 25m	SBB	Booking
12h 05m Luzern SBB 4720 12h 10m Emmenbruecke 12h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 12h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 12h 26m Sursee 12h 31m Wauwil 12h 35m Nebikon 12h 38m Dagmersellen 12h 40m Reiden 12h 44m Zofingen 12h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 13h 04m Olten SBB 278 13h 30m Basel Sbb
12h 30m	13h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
12h 30m Luzern SBB 2470 12h 47m Sursee 13h 01m Zofingen 13h 10m Olten 13h 22m Gelterkinden 13h 26m Sissach 13h 33m Liestal 13h 44m Basel Sbb
13h 05m	14h 29m	1h 24m	SBB	Booking
13h 05m Luzern SBB 4722 13h 10m Emmenbruecke 13h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 13h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 13h 26m Sursee 13h 31m Wauwil 13h 35m Nebikon 13h 38m Dagmersellen 13h 40m Reiden 13h 44m Zofingen 13h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 14h 04m Olten SBB 620 14h 29m Basel Sbb
13h 30m	14h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
13h 30m Luzern SBB 2472 13h 47m Sursee 14h 01m Zofingen 14h 10m Olten 14h 22m Gelterkinden 14h 26m Sissach 14h 33m Liestal 14h 44m Basel Sbb
14h 05m	15h 29m	1h 24m	SBB	Booking
14h 05m Luzern SBB 4724 14h 10m Emmenbruecke 14h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 14h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 14h 26m Sursee 14h 31m Wauwil 14h 35m Nebikon 14h 38m Dagmersellen 14h 40m Reiden 14h 44m Zofingen 14h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 15h 04m Olten SBB 622 15h 29m Basel Sbb
14h 30m	15h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
14h 30m Luzern SBB 2474 14h 47m Sursee 15h 01m Zofingen 15h 10m Olten 15h 22m Gelterkinden 15h 26m Sissach 15h 33m Liestal 15h 44m Basel Sbb
15h 05m	16h 30m	1h 25m	SBB	Booking
15h 05m Luzern SBB 4726 15h 10m Emmenbruecke 15h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 15h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 15h 26m Sursee 15h 31m Wauwil 15h 35m Nebikon 15h 38m Dagmersellen 15h 40m Reiden 15h 44m Zofingen 15h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 16h 04m Olten SBB 70 16h 30m Basel Sbb
15h 30m	16h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
15h 30m Luzern SBB 2476 15h 47m Sursee 16h 01m Zofingen 16h 10m Olten 16h 22m Gelterkinden 16h 26m Sissach 16h 33m Liestal 16h 44m Basel Sbb
15h 54m	16h 55m	1h 01m	SBB	Booking
15h 54m Luzern SBB 680 16h 28m Olten 16h 55m Basel Sbb
16h 05m	17h 29m	1h 24m	SBB	Booking
16h 05m Luzern SBB 4728 16h 10m Emmenbruecke 16h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 16h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 16h 26m Sursee 16h 31m Wauwil 16h 35m Nebikon 16h 38m Dagmersellen 16h 40m Reiden 16h 44m Zofingen 16h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 17h 04m Olten SBB 626 17h 29m Basel Sbb
16h 30m	17h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
16h 30m Luzern SBB 2478 16h 47m Sursee 17h 01m Zofingen 17h 10m Olten 17h 22m Gelterkinden 17h 26m Sissach 17h 33m Liestal 17h 44m Basel Sbb
17h 05m	18h 29m	1h 24m	SBB	Booking
17h 05m Luzern SBB 4730 17h 10m Emmenbruecke 17h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 17h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 17h 26m Sursee 17h 31m Wauwil 17h 35m Nebikon 17h 38m Dagmersellen 17h 40m Reiden 17h 44m Zofingen 17h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 18h 04m Olten SBB 628 18h 29m Basel Sbb
17h 30m	18h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
17h 30m Luzern SBB 2480 17h 47m Sursee 18h 01m Zofingen 18h 10m Olten 18h 22m Gelterkinden 18h 26m Sissach 18h 33m Liestal 18h 44m Basel Sbb
17h 54m	18h 55m	1h 01m	SBB	Booking
17h 54m Luzern SBB 684 18h 28m Olten 18h 55m Basel Sbb
18h 30m	19h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
18h 30m Luzern SBB 2482 18h 47m Sursee 19h 01m Zofingen 19h 10m Olten 19h 22m Gelterkinden 19h 26m Sissach 19h 33m Liestal 19h 44m Basel Sbb
19h 05m	20h 29m	1h 24m	SBB	Booking
19h 05m Luzern SBB 4734 19h 10m Emmenbruecke 19h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 19h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 19h 26m Sursee 19h 31m Wauwil 19h 35m Nebikon 19h 38m Dagmersellen 19h 40m Reiden 19h 44m Zofingen 19h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 20h 04m Olten SBB 632 20h 29m Basel Sbb
19h 30m	20h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
19h 30m Luzern SBB 2484 19h 47m Sursee 20h 01m Zofingen 20h 10m Olten 20h 22m Gelterkinden 20h 26m Sissach 20h 33m Liestal 20h 44m Basel Sbb
19h 54m	20h 55m	1h 01m	SBB	Booking
19h 54m Luzern SBB 688 20h 28m Olten 20h 55m Basel Sbb
20h 05m	21h 29m	1h 24m	SBB	Booking
20h 05m Luzern SBB 4736 20h 10m Emmenbruecke 20h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 20h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 20h 26m Sursee 20h 31m Wauwil 20h 35m Nebikon 20h 38m Dagmersellen 20h 40m Reiden 20h 44m Zofingen 20h 52m Olten Connection: 12 min 21h 04m Olten SBB 634 21h 29m Basel Sbb
20h 30m	21h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
20h 30m Luzern SBB 2486 20h 47m Sursee 21h 01m Zofingen 21h 10m Olten 21h 22m Gelterkinden 21h 26m Sissach 21h 33m Liestal 21h 44m Basel Sbb
21h 30m	22h 44m	1h 14m	SBB	Booking
21h 30m Luzern SBB 2488 21h 47m Sursee 22h 01m Zofingen 22h 10m Olten 22h 22m Gelterkinden 22h 26m Sissach 22h 33m Liestal 22h 44m Basel Sbb
21h 54m	23h 00m	1h 06m	SBB	Booking
21h 54m Luzern SBB 692 22h 28m Olten 22h 49m Liestal 23h 00m Basel Sbb
22h 05m	23h 36m	1h 31m	SBB	Booking
22h 05m Luzern SBB 4740 22h 10m Emmenbruecke 22h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 22h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 22h 26m Sursee 22h 31m Wauwil 22h 35m Nebikon 22h 38m Dagmersellen 22h 40m Reiden 22h 44m Zofingen 22h 48m Aarburg-Oftringen 22h 53m Olten Connection: 15 min 23h 08m Olten SBB 648 23h 24m Liestal 23h 36m Basel Sbb
22h 09m	23h 52m	1h 43m	SBB	Booking
22h 09m Luzern SBB 2642 22h 28m Zug 22h 51m Zurich Hb Connection: 08 min 22h 59m Zurich Hb SBB 792 23h 52m Basel Sbb
23h 05m	0h 36m	1h 31m	SBB	Booking
23h 05m Luzern SBB 4742 23h 10m Emmenbruecke 23h 16m Rothenburg(Ch) Station 23h 20m Sempach-Neuenkirch 23h 26m Sursee 23h 31m Wauwil 23h 35m Nebikon 23h 38m Dagmersellen 23h 40m Reiden 23h 44m Zofingen 23h 48m Aarburg-Oftringen 23h 53m Olten Connection: 15 min 0h 08m Olten SBB 646 0h 24m Liestal 0h 36m Basel Sbb
23h 54m	1h 03m	1h 09m	SBB	Booking
23h 54m Luzern SBB 696 0h 28m Olten 0h 51m Liestal 1h 03m Basel Sbb

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Lucerne to Basel train schedule for Friday 6 November 2026

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