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Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main Bus Schedule
Bus from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main. Traveling by bus from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main usually takes around 10 hours and 26 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 29 minutes.
| Distance | 212 mi (341 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 29m |
| Cheapest price | $55.99 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6 | 10h 27m | $93.34 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 6 trips from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main, and usually makes the trip in about 10 hours and 27 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 341 kilometers from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 29 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Frankfurt am Main at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Lucerne to Frankfurt am Main; ticket prices start at $88.49.
City Information
Frankfurt am Main
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Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.
Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the center of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.
Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighborhood near the city's train station.
The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on bus carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Lucerne?
Main departure station: Landenbergstrasse 41
Most buses depart from the main station in Lucerne.
All bus stations in Lucerne:
Landenbergstrasse 41
Where does the bus arrive in Frankfurt am Main?
Main arrival station: Frankfurt Main Airport P36
Buses arrive in Frankfurt am Main at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Frankfurt am Main:
Frankfurt Main Airport P36
Central Bus Station
Frankfurt Süd Station
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