Is there a direct train between Sarnen and Rigi?

No, there is no direct train from Sarnen to Rigi. However, there are services departing from Sarnen and arriving at Rigi Kulm via Luzern and Arth-Goldau RB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Sarnen to Rigi?

The distance between Sarnen and Rigi is 54 km.

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

The best way to get from Sarnen to Rigi without a car is to train and line 81 train which takes 2h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Sarnen to Rigi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sarnen to Rigi train from?

Sarnen to Rigi train services, operated by Zentralbahn, depart from Sarnen station.

Where does the Sarnen to Rigi train arrive?

Sarnen to Rigi train services, operated by Zentralbahn, arrive at Luzern station.

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

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Where can I stay near Rigi?

There are 612+ hotels available in Rigi.

Sarnen to Rigi - one way to travel via train, and line 81 train

There is 1 way to get from Sarnen to Rigi by train

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Train, line 81 train
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1. Take the train from Sarnen to Luzerntrain S5 / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to Arth-Goldautrain S3 / ...
3. Take the train from Arth-Goldau RB to Rigi Kulmtrain 81
2h 50m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 54 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Sarnen to Rigi Kulm via Luzern, Arth-Goldau, and Arth-Goldau RB in around 2h 50m.

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