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 34m.

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 34m 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 227 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 3h 38m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m 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 Trenitalia EuroCity, 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 3h 38m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 160. 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 Trenitalia EuroCity, 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 34m to drive from Como to Pilatus.

Where can I stay near Pilatus?

There are 884+ 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), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Como Piazzale San Gottardo to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
3h 38m
CHF 122–158
Drive 205.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Como to Pilatuscar 205.2 km
2h 34m
CHF 33–47
Train, line 83 train
1. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Arth-Goldautrain Ec
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Luzerntrain Vae
3. Take the train from Luzern to Alpnachstadtrain S5
4. Take the train from Alpnachstad PB to Pilatus Kulmtrain 83
4h 19m
Train
1. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Bellinzonatrain S10 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
4h 45m
CHF 40–114

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 226.6 km
Duration: 3h 38m

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

RegioJet operates a bus from Como Piazzale San Gottardo to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse once a week. Tickets cost CHF 12–18 and the journey takes 3h. 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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