Is there a direct train between Como and Rigi?

No, there is no direct train from Como to Rigi. However, there are services departing from Como S. Giovanni and arriving at Rigi Kulm via Arth-Goldau RB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Como to Rigi?

The distance between Como and Rigi is 172 km.

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

The best way to get from Como to Rigi without a car is to train and line 81 train which takes 3h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Como to Rigi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Como to Rigi train from?

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

Where does the Como to Rigi train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rigi?

There are 596+ hotels available in Rigi.

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

There are 2 ways to get from Como to Rigi by train (Trenitalia) 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.

Train, line 81 train
best
1. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Arth-GoldauEc
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau RB to Rigi Kulm81
3h 31m
Train
1. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to CadenazzoRe80
2. Take the train from Cadenazzo to Arth-GoldauIr26 / ...
5h 48m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 172.3 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Como S. Giovanni to Rigi Kulm via Arth-Goldau and Arth-Goldau RB in around 3h 31m.

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