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

The cheapest way to get from Rapperswil to Lachen is to line 3730 ferry which costs SFr 4 - SFr 6 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rapperswil to Lachen is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs SFr 40 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct ferry between Rapperswil and Lachen?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Rapperswil SG and arriving at Lachen SZ. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Rapperswil and Lachen?

No, there is no direct train from Rapperswil to Lachen. However, there are services departing from Rapperswil SG and arriving at Lachen SZ via Pfäffikon SZ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Rapperswil to Lachen?

The distance between Rapperswil and Lachen is 10 km.

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

The best way to get from Rapperswil to Lachen without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 22.

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

It takes approximately 23 min to get from Rapperswil to Lachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rapperswil to Lachen train from?

Rapperswil to Lachen train services, operated by Südostbahn, depart from Rapperswil SG station.

Where does the Rapperswil to Lachen train arrive?

Rapperswil to Lachen train services, operated by Südostbahn, arrive at Pfäffikon SZ station.

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

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Where can I stay near Lachen?

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Rapperswil to Lachen - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 521 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Rapperswil to Lachen by train, bus, ferry, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Pfäffikon SZtrain S40 / ...
2. Take the train from Pfäffikon SZ to Lachen SZtrain S2 / ...
23 min
CHF 13–21
Line 3730 ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Rapperswil SG to Lachen SZferry 3730
59 min
CHF 4–6
Train, line 521 bus
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Pfäffikon SZtrain S40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pfäffikon SZ, Bahnhof to Lachen SZ, Kirchebus 521 / ...
28 min
CHF 6–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rapperswil to Lachentaxi 9 km
11 min
CHF 40–55
Walk
1. Take the foot from Rapperswil to Lachenwalk 9.3 km
1h 43m

Rapperswil to Lachen by train

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23 minAverage Duration

CHF 13Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rapperswil to Lachen.

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Distance: 10.1 km
Duration: 23 min

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

You can take a train from Rapperswil SG to Lachen SZ via Pfäffikon SZ in around 23 min. Alternatively, Zürichsee-Schifffahrtsgesellschaft AG operates a ferry from Rapperswil SG to Lachen SZ twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 4–6 and the journey takes 59 min.

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