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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Pilatus is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 60 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Pilatus is to fly and train which takes 3h 40m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 270.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Pilatus?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Pilatus. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Pilatus Kulm via Luzern and Alpnachstad PB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Geneva to Pilatus?

The distance between Geneva and Pilatus is 282 km. The road distance is 250.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Pilatus without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Geneva to Pilatus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Pilatus train from?

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

Train or bus from Geneva to Pilatus?

The best way to get from Geneva to Pilatus is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 170 - SFr 220 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Geneva to Pilatus train arrive?

Geneva to Pilatus train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Pilatus?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Pilatus is 250 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Geneva to Pilatus.

Where can I stay near Pilatus?

There are 584+ hotels available in Pilatus.

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

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

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 Genève to Luzerntrain Ir15 / ...
4h 50m
CHF 54–93
Drive 250.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Geneva to Pilatuscar 250.1 km
3h 54m
CHF 41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zurich to Luthernbus
7h 33m
CHF 172–216
Fly, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
3h 40m
CHF 105–268

Geneva to Pilatus by train

117Weekly Trains

4h 50mAverage Duration

CHF 54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.8 km
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Pilatus, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Genève to Luzern hourly. Tickets cost CHF 45–85 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva to Pilatus via Zurich and Luthern in around 7h 33m.

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