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

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Rapperswil is to train via Milan which costs SFr 40 - SFr 80 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genoa to Rapperswil is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct train between Genoa and Rapperswil?

No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Rapperswil. However, there are services departing from Genova Brignole and arriving at Rapperswil SG via Arth-Goldau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Genoa to Rapperswil?

The distance between Genoa and Rapperswil is 448 km. The road distance is 392.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Genoa to Rapperswil without a car is to bus which takes 6h 51m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Genoa to Rapperswil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Rapperswil train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Genoa to Rapperswil?

The best way to get from Genoa to Rapperswil is to bus which takes 6h 51m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 80 - SFr 130 and takes 7h 26m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 110 - SFr 300 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Genoa to Rapperswil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Genoa to Rapperswil?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Rapperswil is 392 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Genoa to Rapperswil.

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

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Where can I stay near Rapperswil?

There are 298+ hotels available in Rapperswil.

Genoa to Rapperswil - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Genoa to Rapperswil by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, plane, 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 Genoa to Zurich Bus StationN177
6h 51m
CHF 42–86
Train via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano CentraleIc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Arth-GoldauEc
7h 47m
CHF 41–79
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Arth-GoldauEc
7h 26m
CHF 80–130
Drive 392.4 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Rapperswil392.4 km
4h 25m
CHF 64–93
Fly from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport
1. Fly from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)GOA - ZRH
8h 6m
CHF 115–291
Train via Zug
1. Take the train from Genova P. Principe to ZugEc
2. Take the train from Zug to Rapperswil SGS5
7h 36m
CHF 151–265
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)MXP - ZRH
8h 1m
CHF 99–251
Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Bologna Centrale
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)BLQ - ZRH
7h 8m
CHF 129–293
Train, train to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Ventimiglia
2. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Nice Saint-Augustin
3. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)NCE - ZRH
8h 3m
CHF 112–264

Genoa to Rapperswil by bus and train

7Weekly Services

6h 51mAverage Duration

CHF 42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 448.2 km
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Genoa, Italy and Rapperswil, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland?

FlixBus operates a bus from Genoa to Zurich Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost CHF 25–70 and the journey takes 6h 5m. Alternatively, Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Genova Brignole to Arth-Goldau once daily. Tickets cost CHF 80–130 and the journey takes 5h 56m.

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