Arrival & Map

Located in the heart of Switzerland, Mount Pilatus has excellent transport connections. The valley stations in Alpnachstad and Kriens/Lucerne are easily accessible with direct motorway access. And travelling to the foot of the mountain by rail, ship or bus is just as quick and convenient.

Getting to Kriens/Lucerne

By car/coach

A2 motorway following signs for Lucerne; take 'Luzern Süd/Kriens' exit.

Public transport

Train to Lucerne, then bus no. 1 (Kriens) to the 'Linde Pilatus' stop (approx. 15 minutes), then 5-minute walk to the Kriens base terminus.

Getting to Alpnachstad and the world's steepest cog railway

By car/coach

A8 motorway following signs for Sarnen/Interlaken; take 'Alpnachstad' exit.

Public transport

Train to Lucerne then on to Alpnachstad station. On arrival, look out for signs marked 'Pilatus'. Alternatively, take the boat from Lucerne (landing stage no. 2) to Alpnachstad (50 - 90 minutes).

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