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

The cheapest way to get from Lucerne to Pilatus is to drive which costs SFr 4 - SFr 6 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lucerne to Pilatus is to taxi which takes 38 min and costs SFr 110 - SFr 140.

Is there a direct train between Lucerne and Pilatus?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kriens and arriving at Fräkmüntegg. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Lucerne to Pilatus?

The distance between Lucerne and Pilatus is 5 km. The road distance is 25 km.

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

The best way to get from Lucerne to Pilatus without a car is to line 2516 gondola which takes 30 min and costs .

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

The line 2516 gondola from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg takes 30 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Lucerne to Pilatus train from?

Lucerne to Pilatus train services, operated by Zentralbahn, depart from Luzern station.

Where does the Lucerne to Pilatus train arrive?

Lucerne to Pilatus train services, operated by Zentralbahn, arrive at Alpnachstad station.

Can I drive from Lucerne to Pilatus?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucerne to Pilatus is 25 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Lucerne to Pilatus.

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

Book your Lucerne to Pilatus train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Pilatus?

There are 892+ hotels available in Pilatus.

Lucerne to Pilatus - 5 ways to travel via train, line 2516 gondola, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Lucerne to Pilatus by cable car, taxi, car, foot, 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.

Line 2516 gondola
best
1. Take the cable car from Kriens to Fräkmünteggcablecar 2516
30 min
Drive 25 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lucerne to Pilatuscar 25 km
38 min
CHF 5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lucerne to Pilatustaxi 25 km
38 min
CHF 110–140
Walk
1. Take the foot from Lucerne to Pilatuswalk 10.2 km
2h 2m
Train, line 83 train
1. Take the train from Luzern to Alpnachstadtrain S5
2. Take the train from Alpnachstad PB to Pilatus Kulmtrain 83
1h 25m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lucerne to Pilatus.

Launch map view

Distance: 4.9 km
Duration: 30 min

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

Kriens-Fräkmüntegg operates a vehicle from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg every 5 minutes, and the journey takes 30 min.

Train operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.