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

The cheapest way to get from Rapperswil to Lugano is to train and bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 45 and takes 4h 16m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Rapperswil and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Rapperswil to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Rapperswil SG and arriving at Lugano via Arth-Goldau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Rapperswil to Lugano?

The distance between Rapperswil and Lugano is 172 km. The road distance is 181.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rapperswil to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Rapperswil to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rapperswil to Lugano train from?

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

Where does the Rapperswil to Lugano train arrive?

Rapperswil to Lugano train services, operated by Südostbahn, arrive at Arth-Goldau station.

Can I drive from Rapperswil to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapperswil to Lugano is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Rapperswil to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6297+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rapperswil to Lugano 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
best
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Arth-Goldautrain Vae
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Luganotrain Ec / ...
2h 19m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Zürich HBtrain S15 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Luganobus FlixBus 421 / ...
4h 16m
CHF 28–42
Drive 181.8 km
1. Drive from Rapperswil to Luganocar 181.8 km
2h 16m
CHF 29–41
Train via Cadenazzo
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Arth-Goldautrain Vae
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Cadenazzotrain Ir46 / ...
4h 20m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rapperswil to Lugano.

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Distance: 171.6 km
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a train from Rapperswil SG to Lugano via Arth-Goldau in around 2h 19m.

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