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Next departures for Luzern to Basel on October 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:54pm	Luzern	1h 2m	4:56pm	Basel
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:30pm	Luzern	1h 15m	5:45pm	Basel
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:54pm	Luzern	1h 2m	4:56pm	Basel
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:30pm	Luzern	1h 15m	5:45pm	Basel
Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	3:30pm	Luzern	1h 15m	4:45pm	Basel

Get from Luzern to Basel

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 482, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 6mAverage Duration

78 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Luzern and Basel?

Luzern

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Luzern
Bahnhofpl. 1a, 6003 Luzern, Switzerland
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Littau
Littau, 6014 Luzern, Switzerland
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Luzern Verkehrshaus
Luzern Verkehrshaus, 6006 Luzern, Switzerland

Basel

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Basel
Basel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
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Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland
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Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel
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Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland

Train companies

Swiss Federal Railways

4.8/59 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi5.0

Based on 9 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 482

CH train companies:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Luzern to Basel by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Luzern to Basel?
The cheapest train tickets from Luzern to Basel start at ZAR 482. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 835. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Luzern to Basel?
The average train trip from Luzern to Basel takes 1h 6m and covers 78 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 1m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators serve the Luzern to Basel route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Luzern to Basel?
The earliest train from Luzern to Basel departs at 7:28am. The latest train departs at 11:54pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10-10

ZAR 779

10-11

ZAR 406

Today

ZAR 483

10-13

ZAR 484

10-14

ZAR 489

10-15

ZAR 476

10-16

ZAR 490

10-17

ZAR 441

The cheapest trip from Luzern to Basel was searched and found on Oct 11, 2026 with a price of ZAR 406

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Luzern to Basel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 406 to ZAR 1,967 for a train ticket from Luzern to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 441 which is on 2026-10-17.