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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Rapperswil is to bus which costs SFr 29 - SFr 45 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Rapperswil is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Rapperswil?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Rapperswil. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Rapperswil SG via Arth-Goldau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Lugano to Rapperswil?

The distance between Lugano and Rapperswil is 172 km. The road distance is 181.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Rapperswil without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Lugano to Rapperswil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rapperswil train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Rapperswil?

The best way to get from Lugano to Rapperswil is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 29 - SFr 45 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Lugano to Rapperswil train arrive?

Lugano to Rapperswil train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Arth-Goldau station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Rapperswil?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Rapperswil is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Lugano to Rapperswil.

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

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Where can I stay near Rapperswil?

There are 294+ hotels available in Rapperswil.

Lugano to Rapperswil - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Rapperswil by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Arth-Goldautrain Ic2 / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Rapperswil SGtrain Vae
2h 37m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Zurich Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
3h 18m
CHF 29–40
Drive 181.5 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Rapperswilcar 181.5 km
2h 16m
CHF 29–41
Train via Zug
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zugtrain Ic2 / ...
2. Take the train from Zug to Rapperswil SGtrain S5
3h 12m
CHF 57–103

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 171.8 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Rapperswil SG via Arth-Goldau in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lugano to Zurich Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 16–23 and the journey takes 2h 35m. RegioJet also services this route once a week.

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