What route does the Goldenpass cover?

The GoldenPass Line connects Lucerne with Montreux, travelling through the Bernese Oberland and the Simmental valley via Zweisimmen to Lake Geneva. The lake scenery between Lucerne and Interlaken and the terraced vineyards of Lavaux just before Montreux are particularly striking.

What is the Goldenpass Express?

The GoldenPass Express is a panoramic train on the GoldenPass Line offering a direct connection between Interlaken and Montreux. Thanks to its large windows, it offers sweeping views of the Bernese Oberland and the Simmental valley during the journey, and later of the countryside around Lake Geneva. The journey involves no changes and focuses on the scenic experience along the route.

Which side do you sit on the Golden Pass Express?

The best side to sit on the GoldenPass Express depends on the direction of travel. When travelling from Interlaken to Montreux, the best seats on the GoldenPass Express are on the right-hand side, as this offers unobstructed views of lakes, valleys and, later on, Lake Geneva along several sections of the route. In the opposite direction, from Montreux to Interlaken, the left-hand side offers these views. As the landscape along the route changes regularly, there is no single side that is consistently better for the entire journey.

How long is the Golden Pass Line?

The GoldenPass Line connects Lucerne and Montreux and covers a total distance of around 189 kilometres, depending on the route chosen. The journey time for the entire route is usually around five to six and a half hours, depending on the connection, changes and the type of train used.

When does the Goldenpass Express run?

The GoldenPass Express runs all year round between Interlaken and Montreux. There are usually several daily services in the morning, at midday and in the afternoon in both directions. In spring, summer and autumn, trains run more frequently; in winter, the GoldenPass Express also operates, though with fewer daily services in some cases.

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GoldenPass Line

Compelling journey through Swiss Alpine scenery

Travel from Lucerne on Lake Lucerne, through the Bernese Oberland and the terraced vineyards of Lavaux, and experience a train journey that showcases the diversity of Switzerland at its best.

The Lucerne-Interlaken Express connects two world-famous destinations: Lucerne and Interlaken. During the approximately two-hour journey, the panoramic train passes five crystal-clear lakes and winds its way through picturesque valleys.

In Interlaken, the GoldenPass Express starts its journey to the Vaud Riviera in Montreux. During the three-hour journey, the modern panoramic train offers breathtaking views of lakes, mountains and idyllic villages with traditional chalets.

The GoldenPass Belle Époque, in the style of the 1930s, offers pure railway romance. It runs between Zweisimmen and Montreux and can be booked as an alternative to the GoldenPass Express.

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Highlights

Lucerne and the famous Chapelle Bridge, on the shores of Lake Lucerne.
Lake Geneva, the Lavaux vineyards listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Montreux and the medieval Chillon Castle.

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Frequently asked questions

The GoldenPass Line connects Lucerne with Montreux, travelling through the Bernese Oberland and the Simmental valley via Zweisimmen to Lake Geneva. The lake scenery between Lucerne and Interlaken and the terraced vineyards of Lavaux just before Montreux are particularly striking.
The GoldenPass Express is a panoramic train on the GoldenPass Line offering a direct connection between Interlaken and Montreux. Thanks to its large windows, it offers sweeping views of the Bernese Oberland and the Simmental valley during the journey, and later of the countryside around Lake Geneva. The journey involves no changes and focuses on the scenic experience along the route.
The best side to sit on the GoldenPass Express depends on the direction of travel. When travelling from Interlaken to Montreux, the best seats on the GoldenPass Express are on the right-hand side, as this offers unobstructed views of lakes, valleys and, later on, Lake Geneva along several sections of the route. In the opposite direction, from Montreux to Interlaken, the left-hand side offers these views. As the landscape along the route changes regularly, there is no single side that is consistently better for the entire journey.
The GoldenPass Line connects Lucerne and Montreux and covers a total distance of around 189 kilometres, depending on the route chosen. The journey time for the entire route is usually around five to six and a half hours, depending on the connection, changes and the type of train used.
The GoldenPass Express runs all year round between Interlaken and Montreux. There are usually several daily services in the morning, at midday and in the afternoon in both directions. In spring, summer and autumn, trains run more frequently; in winter, the GoldenPass Express also operates, though with fewer daily services in some cases.