Glacier Express Brig to Chur, then to Zurich

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Chinta is planning a trip on the Glacier Express from Brig to Chur and wonders if skipping the Chur to St. Moritz segment would mean missing a lot. She also seeks advice on the best way to travel from Chur to Zurich efficiently.

Key takeaways:
  • You will miss some scenic views by skipping the Chur to St. Moritz part, but the Brig to Chur route has its own great landscapes.
  • The most efficient way to reach Zurich from Chur is by taking a direct train, which takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
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  • Anonymous
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    10 May 2017 at 8:01:05 #811764

    Hello

    I’m planning to travel on Glacier express from Brig to Chur an then would like to head to Zurich. 2 Qs:

    1. Would I miss much if I dont take Chur to St. Moritz part of the Glacier Express route?
    2. What is the scenic and efficient way to reach Zurich from Chur?

    Thanks.

    Chinta

  • User
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    Reply 1 of 1 • 10 May 2017 at 15:42:06 #863117

    Hi Chinta,

    While you are missing some nice scenery, you are also seeing a lot of great landscapes on your route too! Sometimes it isn’t possible to do it all and I’m not sure if you could work it into your schedule and also get to Zurich on the same evening.

    There really isn’t another option for train routes to Zurich from Chur (direct train in about 1 hour 15 minutes) unless you go way out of your way – I’m not sure if you want/need to do that after the Glacier Express?

    Lucas

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