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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

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$34

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$48

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	8h 35m	2:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	11:20 AM	Lucerne	Bus Station Inselipark		Economy	$34	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 7/28/2026 2:45:00 AM to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
	FlixBus	9h 55m	3:30 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	1:25 AM	Lucerne	Bus Station Inselipark		Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 7/28/2026 3:30:00 PM to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 7/29/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	9h 55m	3:30 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	1:25 AM	Lucerne	Bus Station Inselipark	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 7/31/2026 3:30:00 PM to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 8/1/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
FlixBus	8h 35m	2:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	11:20 AM	Lucerne	Bus Station Inselipark	Economy	$52	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 7/31/2026 2:45:00 AM to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 7/31/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 35m
FlixBus	9h 25m	9:45 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	7:10 AM	Lucerne	Bus Station Inselipark	Economy	$59	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 7/31/2026 9:45:00 PM to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 8/1/2026 7:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne via Mannheim, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
  
  12h 30m
  
  0
  
  10:50 PM
  
  Frankfurt am Main
  Central Bus Station
  
  12:10 AM
  
  Mannheim
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $5
  
  A Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus goes from Central Bus Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 7/26/2026 10:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) arriving at 7/27/2026 12:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  7h 20m
  
  0
  
  4:00 AM
  
  Mannheim
  Central Bus Station
  
  11:20 AM
  
  Lucerne
  Bus Station Inselipark
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $28
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Mannheim (Germany) at 7/27/2026 4:00:00 AM to Bus Station Inselipark, Lucerne (Switzerland) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
Travel time is 3h 55m longer, but you will save $15

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne is $31 on 8/13/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne

See here how frequent the connections between Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 2 buses from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne in one click! Book your bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne starting from $31!

Cheapest Bus	$31
Fastest Bus	8h 35m
Earliest Bus	2:45 AM
Latest Bus	9:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	212.2 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Frankfurt am Main for Lucerne: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

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Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

$34

Wednesday 07/29

$34

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

$45

Saturday 08/01

$45

Sunday 08/02

Monday 08/03

$36

Tuesday 08/04

$35

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$35

Friday 08/07

$38

Saturday 08/08

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

$38

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

$31

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $34, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $38.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne, with $31. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $59.

How to save money travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne.

Central Bus Station

Karlsruher Straße 10

Stuttgarter Strasse Bus Stop

Stuttgarter Str.

Seilerstraße Bus Stop

Stresemannallee/Mörfelder Landstr. Bus Stop

Baseler Platz Bus Stop

Bus Station Inselipark

Europaplatz / Inseliquai 1

Central Bus Station

West

Autobahnraststätte West (Richtung Luzern) 1

Eichhof Bus Stop

Pilatusplatz Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne? Compare all modes of transports from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne? Or which bus companies serve the route Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne bus

How much does a Frankfurt am Main Lucerne bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $31 and takes 8h 35m to reach Lucerne. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $31 and $59. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Lucerne.

On average, how many connections are available from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne each day?

Every day, the Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne take?

The fastest bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne is offered by FlixBus and takes 8h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $34. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne?

The earliest bus arriving in Lucerne from Frankfurt am Main starts at 2:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne?

The latest bus trip departing from Frankfurt am Main for Lucerne starts at 9:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Frankfurt am Main Lucerne route?

When traveling by bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne?

You can check all the direct connections between Frankfurt am Main and Lucerne by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Frankfurt am Main Lucerne bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Frankfurt am Main Lucerne bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Frankfurt am Main to Lucerne

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Frankfurt am Main and to Lucerne

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Frankfurt am Main and to Lucerne. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!