Can you see the Alps by train?


Can you see the Alps by train? Climb aboard some of Switzerland's legendary trains to experience the spectacular scenery of the Swiss Alps—from the twisted peak of the Matterhorn to the breathtaking vistas of the Bernina Pass.


Are trains in Switzerland expensive?

Swiss rail fares are expensive, so a Swiss pass can save money, depending what you plan to do and whether you're adult or youth.


Can you see Switzerland without a car?

Can you get around Switzerland without a car? In a word, yes. Services almost always depart on the dot, and train timetables are well integrated with postbus schedules.


What is the best way to see Switzerland by train?

Golden Pass If you only have time for one train journey, the Golden Pass line is the best way to see lots of Switzerland in one go. The journey takes you from Lucerne in Central Switzerland to Montreux, near the French border. The Golden Pass is made up of three different legs.


Can you do a day trip to the Swiss Alps?

Anyone who visits Switzerland should not miss an excursion into the Swiss mountains. A day trip to the Jungfraujoch or Mount Titlis – surrounded by perpetual snow and ice at over 3,000 meters (9,840 ft) above sea level – is a truly breathtaking experience.


What is the scenic train in Switzerland for one day?

You can enjoy the Bernina Express as a day trip - this is the highest railway across the Alps, yet the train negotiates 55 tunnels, 196 bridges and steep inclines with ease. The carriages have panoramic windows so that you can enjoy unrestricted views of the stunning landscape through which you are travelling.


Can you sleep on the Eurostar?

Eurostar + NightJet to Austria You can choose from sleeping in a 2-berth, 4-berth or 6-berth couchette compartment, and these can be shared or booked off as private.


How long is the train ride through the Swiss Alps?

Glacier Express in the Summer This legendary, eight-hour ride slowly weaves more than 150 miles across 291 bridges and through 92 tunnels in the picturesque Swiss Alps from the foot of the Matterhorn in Zermatt to St. Moritz.