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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Pilatus is to drive which costs SFr 27 - SFr 40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Pilatus is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Pilatus?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Pilatus. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Pilatus Kulm via Luzern and Alpnachstad PB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Lugano to Pilatus?

The distance between Lugano and Pilatus is 196 km. The road distance is 174.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Pilatus without a car is to bus which takes 3h 18m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Lugano to Pilatus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Pilatus train from?

Lugano to Pilatus train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Pilatus?

The best way to get from Lugano to Pilatus is to bus which takes 3h 18m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 90 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Lugano to Pilatus train arrive?

Lugano to Pilatus train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Pilatus?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Pilatus is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Lugano to Pilatus.

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

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Where can I stay near Pilatus?

There are 737+ hotels available in Pilatus.

Lugano to Pilatus - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lugano to Pilatus by bus, train (Trenitalia), or car

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Lugano to Pilatus by train

75Weekly Trains

3h 22mAverage Duration

CHF 43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195.7 km
Duration: 3h 18m

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

Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Lugano to Lucerne twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 13–19 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Luzern every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 35–70 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Trenitalia EuroCity also services this route once daily.

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