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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Vitznau is to bus which costs SFr 17 - SFr 25 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Vitznau is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Vitznau?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Vitznau station. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Vitznau, Station via Luzern, Bahnhof and Küssnacht am Rigi, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Lugano to Vitznau?

The distance between Lugano and Vitznau is 160 km. The road distance is 157 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Vitznau without a car is to train and line 508 bus which takes 2h 16m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Lugano to Vitznau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Vitznau bus from?

Lugano to Vitznau bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Vitznau?

The best way to get from Lugano to Vitznau is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Lugano to Vitznau bus arrive?

Lugano to Vitznau bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Lucerne station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Vitznau?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Vitznau is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Lugano to Vitznau.

Where can I stay near Vitznau?

There are 793+ hotels available in Vitznau.

Lugano to Vitznau - 4 ways to travel via train, line 508 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Vitznau by train, bus, or car

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 508 bus
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Arth-Goldautrain Ic2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brunnen, Bahnhof to Vitznau, Unteraltdorfbus 502 / ...
2h 16m
CHF 19–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Lucernebus
4h 57m
CHF 18–25
Drive 157 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Vitznaucar 157 km
1h 54m
CHF 25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Brunnentrain Ir46 / ...
3h 45m

Lugano to Vitznau by train and bus

269Weekly Services

2h 16mAverage Duration

CHF 19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.9 km
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Lugano to Lucerne twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 12–18 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Südostbahn operates a train from Bellinzona to Brunnen hourly, and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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