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

The cheapest way to get from Lachen to Rapperswil is to line 3730 ferry which costs SFr 3 - SFr 5 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lachen to Rapperswil is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs SFr 45 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct ferry between Lachen and Rapperswil?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Lachen SZ and arriving at Rapperswil SG. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Lachen and Rapperswil?

No, there is no direct train from Lachen to Rapperswil. However, there are services departing from Lachen SZ and arriving at Rapperswil SG via Pfäffikon SZ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Lachen to Rapperswil?

The distance between Lachen and Rapperswil is 10 km.

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

The best way to get from Lachen to Rapperswil without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs SFr 10 - SFr 19.

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

It takes approximately 19 min to get from Lachen to Rapperswil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lachen to Rapperswil train from?

Lachen to Rapperswil train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lachen SZ station.

Where does the Lachen to Rapperswil train arrive?

Lachen to Rapperswil train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Pfäffikon SZ station.

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

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Where can I stay near Rapperswil?

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Lachen to Rapperswil - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 521 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Lachen to Rapperswil by train, bus, ferry, taxi, or foot

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 Lachen SZ to Pfäffikon SZtrain S2 / ...
2. Take the train from Pfäffikon SZ to Rapperswil SGtrain S5 / ...
19 min
CHF 11–19
Line 3730 ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Lachen SZ to Rapperswil SGferry 3730
51 min
CHF 3–5
Line 521 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lachen SZ, Kirche to Pfäffikon SZ, Bahnhofbus 521 / ...
2. Take the train from Pfäffikon SZ to Rapperswil SGtrain S5 / ...
30 min
CHF 11–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lachen to Rapperswiltaxi 9.3 km
11 min
CHF 45–55
Walk
1. Take the foot from Lachen to Rapperswilwalk 9.3 km
1h 43m

Lachen to Rapperswil by train

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19 minAverage Duration

CHF 11Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lachen to Rapperswil.

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Distance: 10.1 km
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Lachen, Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland and Rapperswil, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lachen SZ to Rapperswil SG via Pfäffikon SZ in around 19 min. Alternatively, Zürichsee-Schifffahrtsgesellschaft AG operates a ferry from Lachen SZ to Rapperswil SG twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 3–5 and the journey takes 51 min.

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