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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Bochum to Lucerne. Traveling by bus from Bochum to Lucerne usually takes around 17 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 16 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 310 mi (499 km) |
| Shortest duration | 16h 10m |
| Cheapest price | €33.74 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Bochum to Lucerne?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bochum to Lucerne. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 17h 55m | €67.53 |
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 2 trips from Bochum to Lucerne, and usually makes the trip in about 17 hours and 55 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 310 miles from Bochum to Lucerne. However, the fastest bus only takes 16 hours and 10 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Bochum to Lucerne for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bochum to Lucerne, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Bochum to Lucerne. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Bochum to Lucerne; ticket prices start at €36.71.
City Information
Bochum
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Image credit: Pixabay
Bochum is a city in the Rhine-Ruhr Metropolitan Region in western Germany. Like many of the cities in the Ruhr Valley, Bochum grew thanks to its industrious history, particularly via coal mining and steel manufacturing facilities.
To learn more about the industries that made Bochum, visit the German Mining Museum, the largest mining museum in the world. It displays the lasting effects mining had on the community, from its social and cultural impact to its economic and ecological consequences. You can't miss the green winding tower rising above the museum; this industrial structure was once part of a coal mine but now offers visitors panoramic views over the Ruhr.
For those who prefer the outdoors to the underground, visit the Ruhr University Bochum Botanical Garden. Opened in 1968, this garden has numerous greenhouses, each housing an impressive display of plants and shrubs from around the world. The Tierpark und Fossilium Bochum is another great outdoor activity, home to almost 4,000 animals and an impressive fossil collection.
Many ICE trains connect Bochum to the rest of Germany and Europe via the city's main railway station. Regional trains also depart and arrive frequently. Book a bus on Sindbad or FlixBus into Bochum for travel by road from various destinations around the continent.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bochum?
Main departure station: Wittener Straße 2
Next to Bochum Hbf on Wittener Straße is one of the city’s main Flixbus stops. There's a sign to note where the stop is, but the stop itself is underneath the railway bridge, so it may be hard to find. Luckily, it's very close to the rail station itself, so the staff there can help you find it if needed. Flixbus routes stopping here travel to international destinations, including London, Dresden, and Bratislava. Unfortunately, there is no seating at the stop, but Bochum Hbf (the train station) has a KFC, Mcdonald's, supermarkets, ticket offices, cafes, and a hotel. It is also in the city center, so there are attractions, restaurants, hotels such as the Mercure, and a large shopping mall.
All bus stations in Bochum:
Wittener Straße 2
Where does the bus arrive in Lucerne?
Main arrival station: Landenbergstrasse 41
All buses from Bochum arrive at one main station in Lucerne.
All bus stations in Lucerne:
Landenbergstrasse 41
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