What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Capolago?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Capolago is to bus which costs SFr 16 - SFr 20 and takes 4h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Capolago?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Capolago is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 85.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Capolago?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Capolago. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Capolago-Riva S. Vitale via Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Zurich to Capolago?

The distance between Zurich and Capolago is 191 km. The road distance is 217.7 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Capolago without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Capolago without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 85.

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Capolago?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Zurich to Capolago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Capolago train from?

Zurich to Capolago train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Capolago?

The best way to get from Zurich to Capolago is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 20 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Zurich to Capolago train arrive?

Zurich to Capolago train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Capolago?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Capolago is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Zurich to Capolago.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Capolago?

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Where can I stay near Capolago?

There are 5149+ hotels available in Capolago.

Zurich to Capolago - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Zurich to Capolago by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Zürich HB to LuganoIc2 / ...
2h 15m
CHF 45–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Chiasso
4h 12m
CHF 17–20
Drive 217.7 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Capolago217.7 km
2h 25m
CHF 35–51
Fly, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)ZRH - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Capolago-Riva S.Vitale
4h 14m
CHF 71–193
Train via Bellinzona
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to BellinzonaIc2 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Capolago-Riva S. VitaleS10 / ...
2h 21m
CHF 38–68
Train via Bellinzona #2
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Castione-ArbedoIr46
2. Take the train from Castione-Arbedo to Capolago-Riva S. VitaleS10
3h 45m

Zurich to Capolago by train

165Weekly Trains

2h 15mAverage Duration

CHF 45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191.1 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Capolago, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Lugano hourly. Tickets cost CHF 40–75 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Zürich to Chiasso once a week. Tickets cost CHF 14 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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