[paula_parker]

20 April 2026 at 16:19:32 #2796325

Hi,

We need to travel from Wengen to Lugano in September and want to include the Gotthard Express in our journey.  Right now we can get a 1st class saver day pass for 59CHF.
Will that cover the entire trip?
Also we will be returning from Lugano to Zurich.  What would be the fastest/ least expensive way to do that?
Thanks so much for any advice!

Paula

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[Anna]

Reply 1 of 2 • 20 April 2026 at 19:24:57 #2796328

Hi Paula Parker,

Yes, you can travel on the Gotthard Panorama Express with a 1st class Saver Day Pass (https://www.myswissalps.com/travel-ticket/saver-day-pass/). However, you do need to make seat reservation. Further details available here: https://www.myswissalps.com/activity/gotthard-panorama-express/

Regards,
Anna

[Roger Sexton]

Reply 2 of 2 • 20 April 2026 at 19:58:50 #2796330

Also we will be returning from Lugano to Zurich.  What would be the fastest/ least expensive way to do that?Thanks so much for any advice!

Will this be the same day as you travel on the Gotthard Panoramic Express?  (I suspect not.)

There are fast trains through the Gotthard BASE tunnel towards Zurich at 02 and 30 minutes past each hour.   The journey takes just under two hours.  On certain departures you will need to change at Arth-Goldau.

Will you be investing in a Swiss Half Fare Card?

Best wishes for your detailed planning.

Roger