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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Pilatus is to drive which costs SFr 26 - SFr 40 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Pilatus is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Pilatus?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Pilatus. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Pilatus Kulm via Bellinzona, Luzern and Alpnachstad PB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Locarno to Pilatus?

The distance between Locarno and Pilatus is 173 km. The road distance is 165 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Pilatus without a car is to train and line 83 train which takes 4h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Locarno to Pilatus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Pilatus train from?

Locarno to Pilatus train services, operated by Südostbahn, depart from Locarno station.

Train or bus from Locarno to Pilatus?

The best way to get from Locarno to Pilatus is to train and line 83 train which takes 4h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 120 - SFr 160 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Locarno to Pilatus train arrive?

Locarno to Pilatus train services, operated by Südostbahn, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Pilatus?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Pilatus is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Locarno to Pilatus.

Where can I stay near Pilatus?

There are 741+ hotels available in Pilatus.

Locarno to Pilatus - 4 ways to travel via train, line 83 train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Pilatus by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, 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 83 train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Bellinzonatrain
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Luzerntrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Luzern to Alpnachstadtrain S5
4. Take the train from Alpnachstad PB to Pilatus Kulmtrain 83
4h 15m
Drive 165 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Pilatuscar 165 km
2h 17m
CHF 27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 311
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Lucernebus
4h 36m
CHF 123–160
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Luzerntrain Ir26 / ...
4h 51m
CHF 43–74

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Pilatus.

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Distance: 173.2 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Pilatus Kulm via Bellinzona, Luzern, Alpnachstad, and Alpnachstad PB in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Pilatus via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona Station, and Lucerne in around 4h 36m.

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