Private car transfer
from Zurich to Lucerne

Once you arrive in Lucerne, you can explore this ancient city with its world-class attractions and landmarks. Whether you're traveling alone or with family, you're almost certain to find something to love about this gorgeously quaint city in Switzerland.

Unfortunately, in 1798, Lucerne lost some of its importance when it lost its independence to Napoleon. For a few short years, Napoleon ruled Lucerne as the Helvetic Republic until Switzerland became a modern state, with advancements of the time, like the railway expansion, bringing modernity to the region. Ever since this expansion, the city has grown into a globetrotter's dream destination and a tourism hub.

Those planning a trip to Lucerne can expect to enjoy a glimpse into the city's past and the adventure of a lifetime. The city perfectly balances cozy, charming, adventurous, and thrilling. Prepare yourself for long, meandering walks through cobblestone streets that spill into beautiful squares and admire hand-painted building facades and magnificent ancient fountains. Not to mention, you need to make room in your travel schedule for hearty meals, chocolate tastings, and lazy lakeside visits with ice-cold beverages.

Book hotels and cabins in advance

Since Switzerland is one of the most visited European countries in the world, it's unsurprising that everything from fancy hotels to rugged cabins and cheap backpacker accommodation is booked in advance. So, to avoid missing out on staying over in any of the places found along the way or in Lucerne itself, book your stay well ahead of your intended travel time.

Try to call places by their local names

It can be easy to visit attractions and landmarks and call them by their Westernized names, but if you want to make friends and impress the locals, it is best to call places by their local names. For example, use Lac Leman (Lake Geneva) or Vierwaldstattersee (Lake Lucerne) for instant kudos. You can brush up on the local history by speaking with your Daytrip driver to learn what the locals call the places you plan on visiting during your stay.

However, although the direct trip is fast and the fare cost-effective for most, you'll not have access to many onboard amenities or the opportunity to stop and sightsee.

From Zurich to Lucerne by train

With trains leaving multiple times a day – be sure to check the timetable – from Zurich to Lucerne and trips costing between $25 and $45, it's a popular form of transportation for travelers. Usually, you'll need to book with Swiss Railways, and you can expect the trip to take about 45 minutes. In addition, most train trips will offer numerous amenities, but you won't get to make any stops along the way – the same situation as the bus.

From Zurich to Lucerne by taxi

If you don't mind spending a small fortune on travel fares, you can consider a direct taxi trip from Zurich to Lucerne. Multiple taxis offer trips between these two cities, but the cost is exorbitant at $320 to $390 per trip. The one plus is that a taxi can get you to Lucerne from Zurich in about 40 minutes, but so can a private car service like Daytrip for a fraction of the price.

From Zurich to Lucerne by private car transfer service Daytrip

The easiest, fastest, and most cost-effective way to travel from Zurich to Lucerne is with Daytrip’s door-to-door car service. With Daytrip, you'll ride in luxury and stop and sightsee in places like Zug and Mount Rigi.

The trip prices start at $46 per person, and if you drive the distance directly, you'll get to Lucerne in about 40 minutes. In addition, your local English-speaking driver will handle your luggage and share any travel insights you might want to learn. You can also choose when you travel, which is very convenient when traveling in Switzerland – there is no need to check schedules or timetables.

Sammlung Rosengart

Art lovers will find solace, inspiration, and joy when visiting the Sammlung Rosengart Museum. The museum houses an extraordinary collection of artworks gathered by Swiss art dealers Siegfried and Rosengard. Since the pair were friends with famed artist Picasso, it's unsurprising that a tour through the museum will showcase more than 40 examples of Picasso's best works.

Besides Picasso's artwork, the museum is also home to imaginative and exploratory art by modernists Miro, Monet, Cezanne, Chagall, and Matisse. You'll also see a few gorgeous sketches by Swiss-born artist Paul Klee, so be sure to book your tickets to this museum in advance so you don't miss out.

Lucerne's Cold War bunker

Those in the mood to visit a site that is not the typical attraction when in Lucerne should consider adding a trip to Lucerne's Cold War bunker to their travel itinerary. Built in 1976, the bunker has an interesting history: it was designed to house a third of the city's population if a nuclear war broke out. When visiting you can learn more about its design and how it would function when housing so many people in a new world underground.