What is the difference between 1st and 2nd class on the Glacier Express?

The seating is arranged in tables of two and four in 1st class and only tables of four in 2nd class . In 1st and 2nd class, an at-seat lunch service is also offered, which you can add on when making a booking. All travel classes have the same panoramic windows .

Can I choose my seat on the Glacier Express in advance?

On the Glacier Express, you can specify your seat preferences during the booking process using the comments field . As the panoramic coaches can change direction of travel, it is not guaranteed that your seat preferences will always be met. We will endeavour to allocate you the best available seat and inform you if no window seat is available. The view is always impressive, regardless of your seat.

What dining options are available on board the Glacier Express?

You can choose between a daily menu or à la carte dishes . The options are displayed when you book. The meal is not included in the price of the seat reservation. We recommend that you make your choice at the time of booking .

Where does the Glacier Express start and how do I get from the railway station to the hotel and back?

The Glacier Express departs from Chur and Zermatt . The route can be done in both directions – the choice is yours. In the booking process, the distance to each train station is displayed when you choose your hotel.This allows you to choose nearby accommodation as required. Some hotels offer practical transfer services . For details about the transfer, please contact your hotel directly.

How far in advance should I book?

We recommend that you book early to avoid disappointment. Demand is particularly high for the high season (see above). You can book your package online at the touch of a button or via our travel experts .

Is the journey accessible?

For accessible holidays, we recommend that you contact us directly. This way, we can check the best options together and ensure that your travel needs are taken into consideration. Feel free to contact us by email or phone – the contact details can be found below.

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Train Journey

Glacier Express Zermatt – Chur

Climb aboard the iconic panoramic train and let the Glacier Express take you from Zermatt to Chur. On the way, you will cross the 2,033 metre-high Oberalp Pass and roll through the impressive Rhine Gorge. Admire the beauty of the Swiss Alps in all their splendour and experience unforgettable moments on the journey.

2 days / 1 night

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A panoramic train with red accents winds through an alpine landscape with colorful wildflowers, with the Matterhorn in the background under a sunny sky.

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Highlights

The oldest city in Switzerland – Chur
Panoramic ride on the Glacier Express through breathtaking alpine landscapes
Spectacular ride through the Rhine Gorge – the Grand Canyon of Switzerland
Zermatt – home to the iconic Matterhorn

A snowy mountain landscape with a lit-up village at dusk.

A woman is walking and smiling beside a red train with the inscription "EXPRESS".

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Itinerary

Direction

Overview

Map of Switzerland with the itinerary Glacier Express from Zermatt to Chur

Day 1

Arrival and stay in Zermatt

Itinerary

Travel by public transport from your starting point in Switzerland to Zermatt. Enjoy the journey and the view of the Alps.

Overnight stay in Zermatt

A mountain landscape with a cluster of houses in the valley and a tall, snow-covered peak in the background.

Day 2

Journey on the Glacier Express and return journey from Chur

Itinerary

Today, the Glacier Express takes you from Zermatt to Chur. Return journey from Chur by public transport to your destination in Switzerland. Or extend your stay at a location of your choice.

Journey time: approx. 6h 30min

A red train is traveling through a green, mountainous landscape along a river.

When is the best time to travel?

Travel period

December to October

Recommended travel period

June to October

High season

July, August

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