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- Departure time: July 30 atDeparture city: CologneDeparture location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Arrival time: July 31 atDestination city: LucerneDestination location: LuzernOperated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: July 30 atDeparture city: CologneDeparture location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-StraßeArrival time: July 31 atDestination city: LucerneDestination location: LuzernOperated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: July 30 atDeparture city: CologneDeparture location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Arrival time: July 31 atDestination city: LucerneDestination location: LuzernOperated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: August 22 atDeparture city: CologneDeparture location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-StraßeArrival time: August 23 atDestination city: LucerneDestination location: Luzern- AllmendOperated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: August 22 atDeparture city: CologneDeparture location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)Arrival time: August 23 atDestination city: LucerneDestination location: Luzern- AllmendOperated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$44 - $82 | Average Duration12h 45m | 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average Price$32 - $51 | Average Duration5h 40m | 19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to LucerneAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lucerne. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Lucerne was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $43To 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.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling 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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