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I was at Titlis four days ago and Schilthorn two days ago. Both had snow at the top so I’m pretty sure they’ll have snow in January. Titlis is much closer to Zurich (~2.5 hours) and Lucerne (~1h 17m) than Schilthorn, but believe it or not it takes about the same amount of time from either location (~3h 25m) to get to the Schilthorn. Either one involves multiple train/bus/gondola changes, but more if coming from Zurich.
From Lucerne, 1 train & 2 gondolas to Titlis, or 2 trains, 1 bus, & 4 gondolas to Schilthorn. From Zurich, add 1 more train to the totals.
Weather can change rapidly, so look at the forecast for each before deciding, but most importantly, look at the live web cams for each mountain before leaving. If you’re in Lucerne and the weather forecast & web cams look bad for Titlis or Schilthorn, check the web cam for Mt. Pilatus, right outside Lucerne. It is lower and may be under cloud cover that obscures the other two higher mountains. And you can still take 2 gondolas up.
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Thanks CabinJon for a reply with all the info.
So it seems we need to be prepared for a Plan A, B & C. Surely, we will check the live cameras before leaving.
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Using the SBB timetable referenced many time on this site is an invaluable planning aid. Even more so when coupled with the Traveler’s WiFi, for those last minute changes.
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Hi NJ Neel,
Welcome to MySwissAlps!
Firstly I agree with CabinJon, Titlis is closer to Zurich than Schiltorn is. It makes sense to go to Titlis if you wish to stop in Lucerne on the way back.
Some useful links to help you plan your travel:
Be sure to check the weather forecast before you start your journey, and also make use of the SBB timetable. You can download the apps from this page: http://www.myswissalps.com/ab outswitzerland/practic al/websites
Also, you can check these links for more information about the Saver Day Pass
https://www.myswissalp s.com/saverdaypass/pri ce
Anna
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Hi Ann,
Wow! I am really amazed and thankful for such quick responses. And really appreciate the way you guys go out of the way sharing all the information with tourist.
Thank you! Thank you!