Bernina Express 1st class versus 2nd class

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A traveler is planning a trip through Switzerland next year and will be taking the Bernina Express back to Italy. They are looking for advice on whether to upgrade from regular to first class seating for the journey. The traveler wants to know the difference between the two classes and if the upgrade is worth it.

Key takeaways:
  • First class seating on the Bernina Express offers more space compared to second class seating.
  • Consider your personal preference and comfort level when deciding if the upgrade is worth the cost.
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  • Anonymous
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    21 December 2017 at 23:19:33 #813857

    We will be traveling through Switzerland next year and our final trip back to Italy will be on the Bernina Espress. I see there is an option for regular seating OR first class when making reservations. Can anyone tell me the different between the two and is it worth the extra cost to upgrade to 1st class?? Thank you

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    Reply 1 of 3 • 22 December 2017 at 5:27:41 #873126

    Hi GAgrest, and welcome to MySwissAlps!

    The biggest difference between 1st and 2nd class is how much space you have: http://www.myswissalps.com/berninaexpress

    Whether or not paying for an upgrade is worthwhile is something to decide for yourself, because opinions vary 🙂

    There are some photos of the inside of first and second class Bernina Express carriages on the following site:

    http://www.seat61.com/Bernina Express.htm#Whats_the_ train_like

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    Reply 2 of 3 • 22 December 2017 at 7:26:04 #873127

    Hi GAgrest,

    Here’s also some general information about first and second class: http://www.myswissalps.com/tr ain/practical/2nd1stcl ass

    Enjoy your trip!

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    Reply 3 of 3 • 22 December 2017 at 17:06:30 #873128

    Thank you for the information. It was exactly what I was looking for.

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