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

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Pilatus is to train via Milan which costs SFr 45 - SFr 95 and takes 9h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genoa to Pilatus is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 90.

Is there a direct train between Genoa and Pilatus?

No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Pilatus. However, there are services departing from Genova Brignole and arriving at Pilatus Kulm via Arth-Goldau, Luzern and Alpnachstad PB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

How far is it from Genoa to Pilatus?

The distance between Genoa and Pilatus is 454 km. The road distance is 385.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Genoa to Pilatus without a car is to train which takes 8h 23m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 23m to get from Genoa to Pilatus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Pilatus train from?

Genoa to Pilatus train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Genova Brignole station.

Train or bus from Genoa to Pilatus?

The best way to get from Genoa to Pilatus is to train which takes 8h 23m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 130 - SFr 200 and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Genoa to Pilatus train arrive?

Genoa to Pilatus train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Arth-Goldau station.

Can I drive from Genoa to Pilatus?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Pilatus is 386 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Genoa to Pilatus.

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

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Where can I stay near Pilatus?

There are 561+ hotels available in Pilatus.

Genoa to Pilatus - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Genoa to Pilatus by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Arth-GoldauEc
8h 23m
CHF 95–192
Train via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano CentraleIc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuzernEc
9h 1m
CHF 47–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Como Grandate495
2. Take the bus from Como Grandate to Lucerne
8h 48m
CHF 136–194
Drive 385.6 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Pilatus385.6 km
4h 22m
CHF 62–89
Train via Zug
1. Take the train from Genova P. Principe to ZugEc
8h 30m
CHF 142–248

Genoa to Pilatus by train (Trenitalia)

7Weekly Trains

8h 23mAverage Duration

CHF 95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 454.3 km
Duration: 8h 23m

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

Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Genova Brignole to Arth-Goldau once daily. Tickets cost CHF 80–130 and the journey takes 5h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genoa to Pilatus via Como Grandate and Lucerne in around 8h 48m.

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