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 11m.

How far is it from Locarno to Pilatus?

The distance between Locarno and Pilatus is 173 km. The road distance is 165.2 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 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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 Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), 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 11m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 120 - SFr 170 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Locarno to Pilatus train arrive?

Locarno to Pilatus train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), 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.

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

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Where can I stay near Pilatus?

There are 845+ 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 S20 / ...
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 11m
Drive 165.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Pilatuscar 165.2 km
2h 17m
CHF 27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus RegioJet 22
4h 44m
CHF 124–161
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Luzerntrain Ir26 / ...
4h 51m
CHF 67–117

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Distance: 173.2 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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 11m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse once a week. Tickets cost CHF 8–14 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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