Is there a direct train between Zug and Rigi?

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

How far is it from Zug to Rigi?

The distance between Zug and Rigi is 24 km.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Zug to Rigi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zug to Rigi train from?

Zug to Rigi train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zug station.

Where does the Zug to Rigi train arrive?

Zug to Rigi train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Arth-Goldau station.

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

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Where can I stay near Rigi?

There are 579+ hotels available in Rigi.

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

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

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Train, line 81 train
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1. Take the train from Zug to Arth-GoldauS2 / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau RB to Rigi Kulm81
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Distance: 24.2 km
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Zug to Rigi Kulm via Arth-Goldau and Arth-Goldau RB in around 2h.

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