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What is the best way to travel from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains, Carpool and Flights to Frankfurt am Main from Lucerne. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
7h 0m
£18
£25
3
Train
4h 47m
£2
£48
20
Car
4h 10m
£27
£29
3
Flight
0h 55m
£50
£214
11

What is the cheapest way to reach Frankfurt am Main from Lucerne?

You can reach Frankfurt am Main with just £2 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £2
Sunday
from £50
Monday
from £20
Tuesday
from £18
Wednesday
from £57
Thursday
from £20
Friday
from £45

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 56m
    0
    03:35
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    10:31
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £2
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 43m
    0
    03:35
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    10:18
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 13m
    0
    15:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    20:18
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £60
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    15:35
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    00:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    02:15
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    12:25
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    04:25
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    14:15
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Condor
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £50
  • Lufthansa
    1h 0m
    0
    20:00
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    21:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from £169
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    18:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £176

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    15:35
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    00:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    04:25
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    14:15
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    02:15
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    12:25
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £57
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    18:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £177
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    1h 5m
    0
    12:50
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    13:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from £199

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    17:20
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    00:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    15:35
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    00:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    02:15
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    12:25
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    18:00
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    18:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £77
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    1h 10m
    0
    06:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    08:05
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from £303
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 5m
    0
    09:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from £303

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £57
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 5m
    0
    09:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from £169
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    12:50
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    13:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £173

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    11:35
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    01:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    14h 0m
    0
    16:20
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    06:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    15h 10m
    0
    17:35
    Lucerne
    West
    08:45
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 40m
    0
    12:30
    Zurich Airport
    17:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £27
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 10m
    0
    16:40
    Zurich Airport
    20:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £29
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 50m
    0
    13:00
    Zurich Airport
    17:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £32
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 26m
    0
    06:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    11:31
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £63
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 26m
    0
    10:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    15:31
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £63
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 32m
    0
    06:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    11:37
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £63

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 3m
    0
    06:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    11:08
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 3m
    0
    10:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    15:08
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 47m
    0
    15:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    19:52
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £45

What are the fastest trips from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main?

You can get to Frankfurt am Main from Lucerne in just 0h 55m with a Flight from Condor. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 5h 13m
Sunday
from 1h 0m
Monday
from 0h 55m
Tuesday
from 0h 55m
Wednesday
from 0h 55m
Thursday
from 4h 10m
Friday
from 4h 47m

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 13m
    0
    15:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    20:18
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £60
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 43m
    0
    03:35
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    10:18
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £17
  • Deutsche Bahn
    6h 56m
    0
    03:35
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    10:31
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £2
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    15:35
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    00:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    04:25
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    14:15
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    02:15
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    12:25
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Condor
    1h 0m
    0
    18:00
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £50
  • Lufthansa
    1h 0m
    0
    20:00
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    21:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from £169
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    18:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £176

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £57
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    18:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £177
  • Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    1h 5m
    0
    12:50
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    13:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos
    Economy
    from £199
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    15:35
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    00:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    04:25
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    14:15
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £25
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    02:15
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    12:25
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    18:00
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    18:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £77
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 0m
    0
    18:55
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    19:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £303
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 5m
    0
    09:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from £303
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    17:20
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    00:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    15:35
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    00:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    10h 10m
    0
    02:15
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    12:25
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Condor
    0h 55m
    0
    08:05
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    09:00
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Condor
    Economy
    from £57
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 5m
    0
    09:30
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from £169
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    1h 5m
    0
    12:50
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    13:55
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from £173

    Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 10m
    0
    16:40
    Zurich Airport
    20:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £29
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 40m
    0
    12:30
    Zurich Airport
    17:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £27
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 50m
    0
    13:00
    Zurich Airport
    17:50
    Frankfurt am Main
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £32
  • Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 21m
    0
    10:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    15:26
    Frankfurt am Main
    West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £63
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 26m
    0
    06:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    11:31
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £63
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 26m
    0
    10:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    15:31
    Frankfurt am Main
    South Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £63
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    13h 35m
    0
    11:35
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    01:10
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    14h 0m
    0
    16:20
    Lucerne
    Bus Station Inselipark
    06:20
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    15h 10m
    0
    17:35
    Lucerne
    West
    08:45
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    4h 47m
    0
    15:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    19:52
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 3m
    0
    06:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    11:08
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £45
  • Deutsche Bahn
    5h 3m
    0
    10:05
    Lucerne
    Central Station
    15:08
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £45
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main

What are the most popular stations in Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main?

In Lucerne, you will usually depart from Bus Station Inselipark, Central Station or Central Bus Station, while in Frankfurt am Main you will be arriving at Central Station, Stuttgarter Strasse Bus Stop or Central Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Frankfurt am Main from Lucerne? With 7 connections between 2 Bus, Train, Carpool and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main, you can pay as low as £2 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Condor: you will get to Frankfurt am Main in just 0h 55m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and Condor, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Kriens or to Neu-Isenburg, and look at flights from Zurich Airport, and landing at Frankfurt am Main Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main?

The most popular companies between Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and Condor. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn

Airlines: Condor, Transportes Aéreos Bolivianos, Air Dolomiti and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main

How can I reach Frankfurt am Main from Lucerne?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus, Train, Carpool and Flight, with which you can get to Frankfurt am Main from Lucerne.

How far is Frankfurt am Main from Lucerne?

The distance between Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main is 341.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Lucerne and Frankfurt am Main?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 12 kgs, a car 58 kgs, and a flight 84 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main?

You can get to Frankfurt am Main with just £2 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.

What is the fastest way to get from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Frankfurt am Main in just 0h 55m with a Flight from Condor.

More routes to Lucerne and to Frankfurt am Main

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Lucerne and to Frankfurt am Main. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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