Getting around Luxembourg

Are you an expat in Luxembourg or planning to move there? When you arrive in the Grand Duchy, you’ll quickly be impressed by the quality and efficiency of its public transportation system. Despite its small size (2,586 km²), Luxembourg is a pioneer in sustainable mobility and transportation innovation.

An ambitious approach to mobility challenges

With a population of over 700,000 by 2025 and nearly 230,000 cross-border workers commuting daily, managing transportation is a major challenge for Luxembourg.

Daily traffic flows, particularly from the Greater Region—including the Lorraine region in France, the Saarland in Germany, and Belgian Luxembourg—are concentrated around the capital city of Luxembourg and the main economic hubs. To support its economic growth, the country has adopted an ambitious, sustainable, and accessible mobility policy.

Thanks to strategic investments and a strong commitment to reducing traffic congestion and CO2 emissions, Luxembourg is developing an efficient and environmentally friendly transportation system.

However, depending on where you live, purchasing a vehicle may still be necessary.

Free public transportation: a world first

Since March 2020, Luxembourg has been the first country in the world to introduce free public transportation throughout its territory.

This measure applies specifically to buses and the tram, making public transit accessible to everyone, regardless of income.

The Luxembourg government’s goal is to encourage alternatives to private cars, reduce traffic congestion, and promote eco-friendly modes of transportation.

Highly appreciated by users, this measure represents an annual investment of approximately 41 million euros for the government.

Increasingly Eco-Friendly Transportation

Luxembourg is actively committed to the green transition of its transportation system.

• Development of electric buses
• Expansion of bike lanes
• Incentives of up to €8,000 forthe purchase of electric vehicles.

Since its launch, the tram network has also seen a strong push for expansion. By 2035, several lines will serve the capital and its surrounding areas to improve service to Luxembourg City, which is currently served by a single line.

Since 2025, this T1 line has been fully operational, connecting the Luxembourg Stadium in the south of Luxembourg City to Findel Airport in the north. Sixteen stations serve the major points of interest in the Luxembourg capital.

At the same time, the government is investing in high-quality road infrastructure to improve traffic flow: city bypasses, road widening, and the modernization of major thoroughfares.

Safety on Public Transportation

Following the introduction of free public transportation, an increasing number of incidents of incivility have been reported, particularly toward bus drivers. A comprehensive overview of safety, including for public transportation users, is available here.

An integrated and multimodal transport network

Luxembourg is committed to seamless mobility between the various available modes of transport:

• trains
• buses
• trams
• bicycles.

Free Park & Ride facilities make it possible to combine car travel with public transit, particularly for cross-border commuters.

Free shuttles from the borders also make commuting easier.

For your international travel, the Flibco shuttle to Charleroi Airport is a convenient option.

The network is known for its reliability: buses and trains are punctual and well-organized.

Innovation and new forms of mobility

Luxembourg is investing in the mobility technologies of the future:

• autonomous vehicles
• electric mobility
• intelligent transportation systems.

Carpooling and car-sharing solutions are also growing rapidly.

A highway network at the heart of the Greater Region

Located in the center of the Greater Region (Luxembourg, France, Belgium, Germany), the country benefits from an efficient highway network connecting 11.8 million residents.

• A1: Trier (45 min), Cologne (2h40), Frankfurt (3h)
• A13: Saarbrücken (1 hr 20 min), Strasbourg (2 hr 40 min)
• A3: Thionville (40 min), Metz (1 hr), Nancy (1 hr 35 min), Paris (4 hr 15 min)
• A4: Esch-sur-Alzette (25 min)
• A6: Arlon (35 min), Namur (1 hr 50 min), Brussels (2 hr 45 min), Liège (2 hr)
• A7: Aachen (2h30)

If you are driving, check the administrative requirements for your vehicle as well as the driving rules in Luxembourg.

Sustainable transportation and a well-developed cycling network

Luxembourg strongly encourages cycling.

A dense network of safe bike paths connects urban, residential, and rural areas.

Bike-sharing systems and secure parking are available, particularly near train stations.

Urban Planning and Quality of Life

Luxembourg’s cities are designed to promote walking and sustainable mobility.

Initiatives such as the “Fussbus” (walking bus for children) promote safe travel to schools.

Green spaces and recreational areas are integrated into urban projects, improving quality of life and fostering social interaction.

Getting Around in Luxembourg: Practical Information

Just arrived? Find all the information you need to understand and use public transportation:

Access our comprehensive guide to transportation in Luxembourg

Essential websites and tools

Mobiliteit.lu: easily plan your trips

Mobiliteit.lu is an essential tool for:

• Check real-time schedules
• Plan your routes
• Find the nearest stops
• Track service disruptions in real time

Available as a website and mobile app, it simplifies all your daily commutes.

Mobility Information Desk

Advisors are here to help you with your travel plans:

• Central Station (Luxembourg)
• Belval University Station

Phone: (+352) 2465-2465

Official transportation portal

transports.public.lu brings together:

• Transport news
• Services (taxi, people with reduced mobility, etc.)
• Charging stations
• Traffic information and speed cameras

For individual transportation, also check out taxi and ride-hailing services.