THE SHORT VERSION
Lucerne to Vienna at a glance.
- From
- Lucerne Luzern
- To
- Vienna Wien
- Road distance
- About 779 km
- Straight line
- 618 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~8 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Vienna to Lucerne →
- Border
- Switzerland → Austria. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Lucerne
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Vienna
All the main stops are on the U-Bahn.
- Vienna International Busterminal (VIB)
At Erdberg (U3). Many international coaches. - Other stops
Operators also use Westbahnhof, Hauptbahnhof/Südtiroler Platz, Praterstern and the airport.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check the exact stop for your operator: Vienna has several.
KEEP GOING
From Vienna, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Vienna
More buses from Lucerne
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Lucerne from Vienna by road?+
About 779 km by road (618 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Lucerne to Vienna take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Lucerne?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Vienna to Lucerne?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Vienna to Lucerne guide.
Where does the bus from Lucerne arrive in Vienna?+
It depends on the operator. In Vienna, services use Vienna International Busterminal (VIB), Other stops. All the main stops are on the U-Bahn.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Vienna?+
All the main stops are on the U-Bahn.
What kind of bus runs from Lucerne to Vienna?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Lucerne to Vienna bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Vienna by bus?+
Direct buses from Vienna include Budapest, Salzburg, Prague, Zagreb, Munich and more. See all connections on our Vienna bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Lucerne to Vienna?+
Switzerland and Austria are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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