Is there a direct train between Bern and Rigi?

No, there is no direct train from Bern to Rigi. However, there are services departing from Bern and arriving at Rigi Kulm via Luzern and Arth-Goldau RB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Bern to Rigi?

The distance between Bern and Rigi is 143 km.

How do I travel from Bern to Rigi without a car?

The best way to get from Bern to Rigi without a car is to train and line 81 train which takes 3h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bern to Rigi?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Bern to Rigi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bern to Rigi train from?

Bern to Rigi train services, operated by Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB, depart from Bern station.

Where does the Bern to Rigi train arrive?

Bern to Rigi train services, operated by Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB, arrive at Luzern station.

How do I get a train ticket from Bern to Rigi?

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Where can I stay near Rigi?

There are 342+ hotels available in Rigi.

Bern to Rigi - 2 ways to travel via train, and line 81 train

There are 2 ways to get from Bern to Rigi by train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 81 train
best
1. Take the train from Bern to Luzerntrain Ic
2. Take the train from Luzern to Arth-Goldautrain S3 / ...
3. Take the train from Arth-Goldau RB to Rigi Kulmtrain 81
3h 24m
Train, line 81 train via Ruswil
1. Take the train from Bern to Wolhusentrain Re7 / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau RB to Rigi Kulmtrain 81
4h 12m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 143.4 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Bern, Switzerland and Rigi, Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Bern to Rigi Kulm via Luzern, Arth-Goldau, and Arth-Goldau RB in around 3h 24m.

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