Luzern–Interlaken Express
Crystal clear lakes, magnificent waterfalls and snow-capped mountains
The Luzern–Interlaken Express is one of the top 5 panoramic train routes in Switzerland.
When boarding the Luzern–Interlaken Express, you are about to go on an unforgettable journey right into the heart of Switzerland. This two-hour ride will take you along the shores of crystal-clear lakes (no less than five!), past romantic waterfalls and over the magnificent Brünig mountain pass. And after experiencing some of the most spectacular views the Swiss Alps have to offer through large panoramic windows, you will arrive at your destination well-rested and thrilled at the same time!
Timetable:
Lucerne – Interlaken Ost: Every hour from 06.06am to 09.06pm (no seat reservation possible from 07.06pm)
Interlaken Ost – Lucerne: Every hour from 07.04am to 08.04pm
Journey time: 1h 50 minutes
Relaxed travel with a guaranteed seat
You can book now your individual seat with the best view in 1st and 2nd class on the Luzern–Interlaken Express. We guarantee your seat and you can enjoy your journey.
Reservation fees 2023:
13.5.2023 – 1.10.2023: CHF 14.00
Important notes on tickets: - Tickets for this route can be purchased together with the seat reservation. The reservation confirmation does not count as a rail ticket. - This route is fully included in the Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) / GA and in the Tell Pass and others. - To reserve a seat only, please select "Reservation only" in the booking process.
Seat reservation options for winter (from 10 December 2023) are not yet available, but will be activated soon. Please check back later.
Did you know that...
...that just before the Luzern–Interlaken Express winds its way up to the Brünig Pass, it switches to cogwheel drive in order to be able to climb the incline?
...that the Luzern–Interlaken Express is a section of the famous GoldenPass Line from Lucerne to Montreux, which is also part of the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland?
...that the Luzern–Interlaken Express is equipped with large panoramic windows in both 1st and 2nd class?
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Your dream is coming true: Footplate ride on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express
A footplate ride is a childhood dream come true. Experience the journey from Lucerne to Interlaken via the Brünig Pass from a completely new perspective.
