What is the cheapest way to get from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm?

The cheapest way to get from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm is to drive which costs SFr 14 - SFr 21 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm?

The fastest way to get from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs SFr 14 - SFr 21.

Is there a direct train between Rapperswil and Pilatus Kulm?

No, there is no direct train from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm. However, there are services departing from Rapperswil SG and arriving at Pilatus Kulm via Luzern and Alpnachstad PB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm?

The distance between Rapperswil and Pilatus Kulm is 118 km. The road distance is 85.3 km.

How do I travel from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm without a car?

The best way to get from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm without a car is to train and bus and taxi which takes 2h 50m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 190.

How long does it take to get from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm train from?

Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, depart from Rapperswil SG station.

Where does the Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm train arrive?

Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm?

Yes, the driving distance between Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm is 85 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm.

How do I get a train ticket from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm?

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Where can I stay near Pilatus Kulm?

There are 910+ hotels available in Pilatus Kulm.

Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulm by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, bus, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Zürich HBtrain S15 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zürich Hbf to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
3. Take the taxi from Luzern, Bahnhof to Pilatus Kulmtaxi
2h 50m
CHF 125–186
Drive 85.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Rapperswil to Pilatus Kulmcar 85.3 km
1h 18m
CHF 14–21
Train, line 83 train
1. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Luzerntrain Vae
2. Take the train from Alpnachstad PB to Pilatus Kulmtrain 83
3h 8m

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Distance: 118.2 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Rapperswil, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland and Pilatus Kulm, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Rapperswil SG to Pilatus Kulm via Luzern, Alpnachstad, and Alpnachstad PB in around 3h 8m.

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