What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways is to drive which costs SFr 4 - SFr 6 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways?

The fastest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways is to line 3600 ferry which takes 27 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 19.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Lucerne and Rigi Railways?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways station. However, there are services departing from Weggis, Hertenstein and arriving at Vitznau, Station via Weggis, Dorfplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Lake Lucerne and Rigi Railways?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Hertenstein and arriving at Vitznau. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways?

The distance between Lake Lucerne and Rigi Railways is 7 km. The road distance is 24.8 km.

How do I travel from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways without a car is to line 3600 ferry which takes 27 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 19.

How long does it take to get from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways?

The line 3600 ferry from Hertenstein to Vitznau takes 26 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways bus from?

Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways bus services, operated by Vierwaldstättersee, depart from Weggis, Hertenstein station.

Where does the Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways bus arrive?

Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways bus services, operated by Vierwaldstättersee, arrive at Weggis, Dorfplatz station.

Can I drive from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways is 25 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways.

Where can I stay near Rigi Railways?

There are 872+ hotels available in Rigi Railways.

Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways - 4 ways to travel via line 3600 ferry, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 3600 ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Hertenstein to Vitznauferry 3600
27 min
CHF 13–19
Drive 24.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lucerne to Rigi Railwayscar 24.8 km
29 min
CHF 4–6
Bus, line 508 bus
1. Take the bus from Weggis, Hertenstein to Weggis, Dorfplatzbus Ev
2. Take the bus from Weggis, Dorfplatz to Vitznau, Stationbus 508 / ...
36 min
CHF 6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lucerne to Rigi Railwaystaxi 24.8 km
29 min
CHF 110–140

Lake Lucerne to Rigi Railways by ferry and foot

70Weekly Services

27 minAverage Duration

CHF 13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 7 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Lake Lucerne, Switzerland and Rigi Railways, Switzerland?

Vierwaldstättersee operates a ferry from Hertenstein to Vitznau every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 13–19 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weggis, Hertenstein to Rigi Railways via Weggis, Dorfplatz and Vitznau, Station in around 36 min.

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