What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Monte Generoso?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Monte Generoso is to bus and drive which costs €20 - €25 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Monte Generoso?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Monte Generoso is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Monte Generoso?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Monte Generoso. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Monte Generoso Vetta via Lugano and Capolago-Riva S. Vitale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Zurich to Monte Generoso?

The distance between Zurich and Monte Generoso is 199 km. The road distance is 237 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Monte Generoso without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Monte Generoso without a car is to train and line 87 train which takes 3h 56m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Monte Generoso?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Zurich to Monte Generoso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Monte Generoso train from?

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

Where does the Zurich to Monte Generoso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Monte Generoso?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Monte Generoso is 237 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Zurich to Monte Generoso.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Monte Generoso?

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Where can I stay near Monte Generoso?

There are 5282+ hotels available in Monte Generoso.

Zurich to Monte Generoso - 5 ways to travel via train, line 87 train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Zurich to Monte Generoso 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, line 87 train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Capolago-Riva S. Vitale to Monte Generoso Vettatrain 87
3h 56m
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich to Lugano Sudbus Senise
2. Drive from Lugano Sud to Monte Generosocar
4h 5m
€21–25
Drive 237 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Monte Generosocar 237 km
3h 1m
€41–59
Fly, train, line 87 train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Capolago-Riva S.Vitaletrain
3. Take the train from Capolago-Riva S. Vitale to Monte Generoso Vettatrain
5h 52m
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Castione-Arbedotrain Ir46
2. Take the train from Castione-Arbedo to Capolago-Riva S. Vitaletrain S10
5h 23m

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) flights

35Weekly Planes

58 minAverage Duration

€63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.6 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Monte Generoso, Italy?

You can take a train from Zürich HB to Monte Generoso Vetta via Lugano and Capolago-Riva S. Vitale in around 3h 56m.

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