Is there a direct train between Lugano and Rigi?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Rigi. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Rigi Kulm via Arth-Goldau RB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Lugano to Rigi?

The distance between Lugano and Rigi is 143 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Rigi without a car is to train and line 81 train which takes 2h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Lugano to Rigi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rigi train from?

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

Where does the Lugano to Rigi train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Rigi?

There are 612+ hotels available in Rigi.

Lugano to Rigi - 2 ways to travel via train, and line 81 train

There are 2 ways to get from Lugano to Rigi by train (Trenitalia) or train

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Train, line 81 train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Arth-Goldautrain Ic2 / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau RB to Rigi Kulmtrain 81
2h 48m
Train, line 81 train via Cadenazzo
1. Take the train from Cadenazzo to Arth-Goldautrain Ir46 / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau RB to Rigi Kulmtrain 81
5h 4m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 142.9 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Rigi, Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lugano to Rigi Kulm via Arth-Goldau and Arth-Goldau RB in around 2h 48m.

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