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

The cheapest way to get from Como to Pilatus is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Como to Pilatus is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Como and Pilatus?

No, there is no direct train from Como to Pilatus. However, there are services departing from Como S. Giovanni and arriving at Pilatus Kulm via Arth-Goldau, Luzern and Alpnachstad PB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Como to Pilatus?

The distance between Como and Pilatus is 220 km. The road distance is 205.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Como to Pilatus without a car is to bus which takes 4h 17m and costs SFr 150 - SFr 190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Como to Pilatus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Como to Pilatus train from?

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

Train or bus from Como to Pilatus?

The best way to get from Como to Pilatus is to bus which takes 4h 17m and costs SFr 150 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can train and line 83 train, which costs and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Como to Pilatus train arrive?

Como to Pilatus train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Arth-Goldau station.

Can I drive from Como to Pilatus?

Yes, the driving distance between Como to Pilatus is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Como to Pilatus.

How do I get a train ticket from Como to Pilatus?

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Where can I stay near Pilatus?

There are 739+ hotels available in Pilatus.

Como to Pilatus - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 83 train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Como to Pilatus by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chiasso to Luthern
4h 17m
CHF 157–187
Drive 205.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Como to Pilatus205.2 km
2h 32m
CHF 33–48
Train, line 83 train
1. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Arth-GoldauEc
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to LuzernVae / ...
3. Take the train from Luzern to AlpnachstadS5
4. Take the train from Alpnachstad PB to Pilatus Kulm83
4h 19m
Train
1. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to LocarnoRe80
2. Take the train from Locarno to LuzernIr26 / ...
7h 6m
CHF 46–80

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 220.3 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Como, Italy and Pilatus, Switzerland?

Bartolini Turismo operates a bus from Chiasso to Luthern twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 47 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Como S. Giovanni to Pilatus Kulm via Arth-Goldau, Luzern, Alpnachstad, and Alpnachstad PB in around 4h 19m.

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