Scenic train route between Zermatt and Interlaken
A traveler named Arora is planning a trip to Zermatt and Interlaken this December and is looking for advice on which panoramic train to take. They also need information about the Swiss Travel Pass and suggestions for activities while staying in Interlaken.
- Take the RegioExpress Lötschberger from Zermatt to Interlaken for a scenic journey.
- Purchase the Swiss Travel Pass from the official SBB tourist shop, which offers free cancellation with the FLEX OPTION.
- Consider visiting local attractions like Gornergrat, Jungfrau, and explore nearby towns such as Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald.
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I will be staying at both zermatt and interlaken this dec and would like to know which panaroma train should i take?
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Hi Arora and welcome to MySwissAlps!
At http://www.myswissalps.com/activities/scenictrips/train you’ll find a list of the most popular panoramic trains.
I recommend the RegioExpress Lötschberger for your trip: http://www.myswissalps.com/lotschberger. Take the train from Zermatt to Brig and change there to the RegioExpress Lötschberger. From Spiez take the train to Interlaken.
Make sure to have a Swiss rail pass. If you need help with choosing one, let us know.
I hope this helps,
Ildiko
MySwissAlps.com recommends reading this: Activities in the Jungfrau region
Hi IIdiko,
Good to take RegioExpress Lötschberger from Zermatt upon check-out and go to my next destination which is Interlaken? How long is the ride to interlaken using this train? Can i bring along my luggage?
Zermatt – Brig takes around 1,5 hrs.
Brig – Spiez takes 1-1,5 hrs by the RegioExpress Lötschberger. (Use Kandersteg as via station in the timetable).
Spiez – Interlaken is about 20-25 mins by train.
You can check the traveling times in the timetable. If you are not familiar with the timetable, please start here: http://www.myswissalps.com/timetable.
Yes, you can take your luggage with you.
Ildiko
Great will take note of it.
I am getting the swiss pass. Which website is the most reliable for me to purchase and also is it refundable upon cancellation of flight?
You can get your Swiss Travel Pass here: https://shop.switzerlandtravelcentre.com This is the official SBB tourist shop. Free cancellation until 1 day before travel, if you opt for the FLEX OPTION. No questions asked. Make sure to read the fine print before buying your pass.
You can find other trusted resellers here: http://www.myswissalps.com/swisstravelpass/price.
Note, that now there is a 30% promotion on the 4 days Swiss Travel Pass, you find the details here, in the first post in this thread: http://www.myswissalps.com/forum/topic/swiss-travel-pass-promotion-until-31-oct-2022
Ildiko
Thanks for the helpful information.
What if i want to take the glacier express from zermatt but stop half way and return back to zermatt same day. Can it be done?
If yes, which route should i take?
preferably not more than 5hours ride.
Do you mean 5 hours ride in total or 5 hours each way?
If you mean 5 hours total ride, then that is 2.5 hours out and 2.5 hours back.
If you do mean that, then honestly it is not worth the bother (extra money, the stress of getting a reservation etc) of taking the Glacier Express. 2.5 hours would not get you even as far as Andermatt, and you would be riding the least interesting section of the so called Glacier Express route.
If you want a ride from Zermatt along the same route, just take the local MGB (Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn) railway trains and hop on and off as you wish.
Hi Arora,
If you are in Zermatt, I recommend Gornergrat and Klein Matterhorn or Sunnegga if the cable way is operating.
At http://www.myswissalps.com/glacierexpress/gettingthere you can read about the route description in detail.
You can travel via the Glacier Express to Andermatt and back via local trains, so you have to reserve your seats just once (on the Glacier Express), so you can save money and try the Glacier Express also.
Or, if you have more time, you can travel to Interlaken as follows: Zermatt – Andermatt (Glacier Express), Andermatt – Göschenen (cogwheel train), Göschenen – Lucerne (Gotthard Panorama Express), Lucerne – Interlaken (Golden Pass). In this case I recommend a stop and overnight somewhere on the route, like in Andermatt or Lucerne, so you do not have to travel all day long.
Ildiko
Hi IIdiko,
Thank you for the helpful information. WIll take note and update my itinerary now.
Cheers!
Hi IIdiko,
Can you recommend me what to do or see in Interlaken or out of Interlaken for my trip? I will be staying in Interlaken for 5 days.
Visiting Jungfrau will be one of them.
Cheers!
Hi Arora,
If you’re visiting in December, you should definitely check out the Christmas markets. From Interlaken you can also plan day trips to Lauterbrunnen and visit Schilthorn, or explore the mountain villages of Wengen, Grindelwald and Murren. You can also plan a day trip to Lucerne using the Golden Pass route.
More options here: http://www.myswissalps.com/interlaken/activities
Regards,
Anna
Hi Anna,
Thanks for the suggestions will try to plan around it!
cheers!!
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