Is there a direct train between Schwyz and Rigi?

No, there is no direct train from Schwyz to Rigi. However, there are services departing from Schwyz and arriving at Rigi Kulm via Arth-Goldau RB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Schwyz to Rigi?

The distance between Schwyz and Rigi is 16 km.

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

The best way to get from Schwyz to Rigi without a car is to line 81 train which takes 1h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Schwyz to Rigi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Schwyz to Rigi train from?

Schwyz to Rigi train services, operated by Rigi Bahnen AG, depart from Arth-Goldau RB station.

Where does the Schwyz to Rigi train arrive?

Schwyz to Rigi train services, operated by Rigi Bahnen AG, arrive at Rigi Kulm station.

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

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Where can I stay near Rigi?

There are 689+ hotels available in Rigi.

Schwyz to Rigi - 2 ways to travel via line 81 train, and line 501 bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Schwyz to Rigi by train or bus

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Line 81 train
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1. Take the train from Arth-Goldau RB to Rigi Kulmtrain 81
1h 47m
Line 501 bus, line 81 train
1. Take the bus from Schwyz, Zentrum to Arth-Goldau, Bahnhofbus 501 / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau RB to Rigi Kulmtrain 81
2h 1m

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Distance: 16.5 km
Duration: 1h 47m

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

Rigi Bahnen AG operates a train from Arth-Goldau RB to Rigi Kulm every 3 hours, and the journey takes 39 min.

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