Golden Pass seat reservation, restrictions
A traveler is trying to figure out if they need to make seat reservations for the Golden Pass train on June 3rd. They are confused about the current situation regarding reservations and want to know if they are necessary for travel between Zweisimmen and Montreux.
- You need to make a seat reservation if you are traveling in Prestige Class on the Golden Pass.
- It’s best to book your seat in advance during peak season to ensure you have a place, especially on busy routes like Zweisimmen to Montreux.
- If you don't have a reservation and the train is full, you can wait for the next train, but this may affect your schedule.
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Hello, I am trying to understand if/how to make Golden Pass seat reservations with the restrictions in place. If I am understanding the notices correctly reservations are recommended, but at the moment seat reservations are not possible. Is that correct? Or are they available between Zweisimmen and Montreux? I’m traveling June 3rd is a reservation necessary?
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Hi 4pitesake,
Seat reservation on the Golden Pass is compulsory if you’re travelling in the Prestige Class. Otherwise there is no need to book seats in advance. There are trains every hour, it’s unlikely that all trains run at full capacity. However the section between Zweisimmen and Montreux is a popular route and is likely to be in demand during peak season. To guarantee you have a seat when you travel (unless you don’t mind standing), I recommend booking your seat well in advance. If you don’t have a seat reservation and the train is full, you could always wait for the next available train unless your plans are fixed and you have a schedule to stick to.
You can find the latest information about the Golden Pass service here: http://www.myswissalps.com/goldenpass
Regards,
Anna
Thank You Anna
@ 4pitesake,
Apologise for “hijack-ing” your post. Hope you don`t mind. Just thought that I have a similar question regarding Golden Express Pass.
@ Anna,
What I`d like to be sure regarding reservation as you mentioned that during peak season, train could be packed and full. I`m travelling from Interlaken to Montreux to catch up my flight to London via Geneva. So, obviously, I don`t wish to miss my flight, and I need to have a guarantee seat on that train at a certain time.
How can I make a reservation on Golden Express Train, given I only have a Eurail Global Pass- 2nd class …?
Additionally, making a reservation Bernina Train ..?
Thanking you in advance.
Hi YOM77,
You can find information about making seat reservations from the following links:
- Golden Pass: http://www.myswissalps.com/goldenpass/tickets
- Bernina Express: http://www.myswissalps.com/berninaexpress/tickets
Regards,
Anna
@Anna…
Sweet, thank you 🙂
One quick question regarding which station to get off on Pilatus excursion. I understand that I will have to take a bus to Kriens. My question is which stops should I get off, Kriens Pilatus Bahnen or Kriens Zentrum Pilatus..?
Thank you so much.
Hi YOM77,
If you are travelling to Pilatus with the cable car, you should take the bus to Kriens, Pilatus Bahnen: https://www.myswissalps.com/pilatus/gettingthere.
Regards,
Anna
@ Anna….
Thank you so much very confirming.
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