What is the cheapest way to get from Chur to Pilatus?

The cheapest way to get from Chur to Pilatus is to drive which costs SFr 26 - SFr 40 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chur to Pilatus?

The fastest way to get from Chur to Pilatus is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Chur and Pilatus?

No, there is no direct train from Chur to Pilatus. However, there are services departing from Chur and arriving at Pilatus Kulm via Zürich HB, Luzern and Alpnachstad PB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Chur to Pilatus?

The distance between Chur and Pilatus is 184 km. The road distance is 165.2 km.

How do I travel from Chur to Pilatus without a car?

The best way to get from Chur to Pilatus without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 80.

How long does it take to get from Chur to Pilatus?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Chur to Pilatus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chur to Pilatus train from?

Chur to Pilatus train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Chur station.

Train or bus from Chur to Pilatus?

The best way to get from Chur to Pilatus is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 130 - SFr 170 and takes 6h.

Where does the Chur to Pilatus train arrive?

Chur to Pilatus train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Chur to Pilatus?

Yes, the driving distance between Chur to Pilatus is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Chur to Pilatus.

Where can I stay near Pilatus?

There are 771+ hotels available in Pilatus.

Chur to Pilatus - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chur to Pilatus by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chur to Zürich HBtrain Ic3 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir70 / ...
3h 55m
CHF 44–79
Drive 165.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chur to Pilatuscar 165.2 km
2h 6m
CHF 27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 171
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Lucernebus
6h
CHF 130–169
Train via Rapperswil
1. Take the train from Chur to Pfäffikon SZtrain Ir35 / ...
2. Take the train from Pfäffikon SZ to Luzerntrain Vae
4h 59m

Chur to Pilatus by train

119Weekly Trains

3h 55mAverage Duration

CHF 44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.4 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Chur, Grisons, Switzerland and Pilatus, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Chur to Pilatus Kulm via Zürich HB, Luzern, Alpnachstad, and Alpnachstad PB in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chur, Postautostation to Pilatus via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona Station, and Lucerne in around 6h.

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