This cogwheel mountain train travels between Arth-Goldau and the Rigi Kulm viewpoint, on the northeast side of Mt Rigi.

Location: Arth-Goldau

Open: year round

Timetable: hourly from 7:55 - 16:55, weekends and holidays last ride down at 17:55

Website: www.rigi.ch

How to get there

By public transport: With public transportation, take the train to Arth-Goldau, then walk over to the Arth-Goldau Rigi Bahnen station, just a couple minutes away, following the signs. Catch the mountain train here to Rigi Kulm.

By car: It’s easiest to park at the Kräbel station, next to the cable car – Chräbelstrasse 44, 6410 Goldau. The Rigi mountain train stops here. There is no ticket machine here, so you can buy tickets on the train or use the SBB Mobile app.

The parking is metered, best to pay with a parking app (easypark.ch). On weekends, the parking spaces can fill up quickly. If there are no spots, you can park in the Goldau lot at Chräbelstrasse 12, 6410 Arth and catch the mountain train there instead. 

Tickets

This mountain train is free with the Swiss Travel Pass, Saver Day Pass, and GA. Kids under 16 ride free with a parent.

Otherwise, you usually need the Rigi Day Ticket, which includes unlimited rides on all transport on the mountain. Discount with Swiss Half Fare Card.

➡️Buy return ticket for Rigi mountain train.

You cannot reserve a timeslot or seat. So on very busy days, you may have to stand on the train or wait for the next train (not typical).