Glacier Express
A daytime panoramic train across the Swiss Alps between Zermatt and St. Moritz, crossing 291 bridges and running through 91 tunnels. Meals are cooked in an on-board kitchen and served at your seat, and passengers choose between Second, First and the all-inclusive Excellence Class.
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The route
| Route | Zermatt to St. Moritz |
|---|---|
| Journey time | About 8 hours end to end (7 h 47 min on the winter 2026/27 timetable) 12 |
| When it runs | Daily, except for an annual break from mid-October to early December (no service 11 October to 4 December 2026) 12 |
| Operator | Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn and Rhaetian Railway |
Cabins compared
| Picture | Cabin | Score | Type | Bathroom | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excellence Class | 7.4 | Seat | Shared | from CHF 874 per person |
| First Class | 7.0 | Seat | Shared | from CHF 338 per person |
| Second Class | 6.6 | Seat | Shared | from CHF 220 per person |