Golden Pass Line: all tickets and tours
Golden Pass Line
The Golden Pass Line connects the picturesque towns of Montreux, Gstaad, Interlaken, and Lucerne as a panoramic train. The journey takes you from Montreux to Interlaken with idyllic views of Lake Geneva and Lake Thun. You will discover spectacular alpine panoramas and charming villages. On the stretch between Interlaken and Lucerne, you will initially travel alongside Lake Brienz. After crossing the Brünig Pass, the picturesque Lungern Lake impresses. The journey ends at Lake Lucerne with its unique fjord landscape. The train combines state-of-the-art technology with elegant design, including large windows for uninterrupted panoramas.
Rated by 96 customers and booked more than 1’000 times
The Golden Pass Line connects the picturesque towns of Montreux, Gstaad, Interlaken, and Lucerne as a panoramic train. The journey takes you from Montreux to Interlaken with idyllic views of Lake Geneva and Lake Thun. You will discover spectacular alpine panoramas and charming villages. On the stretch between Interlaken and Lucerne, you will initially travel alongside Lake Brienz. After crossing the Brünig Pass, the picturesque Lungern Lake impresses. The journey ends at Lake Lucerne with its unique fjord landscape. The train combines state-of-the-art technology with elegant design, including large windows for uninterrupted panoramas.
Golden Pass Express 1st or 2nd class seat reservation from Interlaken or Montreux
4.438 reviews200+ bookingsOfficial ticketThe Golden Pass Express is a panoramic train that travels between Interlaken and Montreux through a particularly beautiful region of Switzerland. With this reservation, you secure a seat in this panoramic train in 1st or 2nd class and enjoy a unique view.
- Secure a seat on the Golden Pass Express between Interlaken and Montreux
- Travel through the Bernese Oberland and take great photos of the view along the way
- Book a seat in the class of your choice (1st class or 2nd class)
The 5 offers in comparison
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| Official ticket | Official ticket | Official ticket | Official ticket | Official ticket | |
| Price | PriceCHF 20per person | PriceCHF 16per person | PriceCHF 34per person | PriceCHF 49per person | PriceCHF 56per person |
| Rating | Rating4.4 (38)200+ bookings | Rating3.8 (20)200+ bookings | Rating4.2 (20)200+ bookings | Rating3.7 (3)73 booked | Rating4.3 (15)100+ bookings |
| Location | Starts from | Starts from | Starts from | Starts from | Starts from |
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Guided tours
- In Geneva: Bus tour to Gruyères, cheese dairy, chocolate factory, and Golden Pass Line1/18

In Geneva: Bus tour to Gruyères, cheese dairy, chocolate factory, and Golden Pass Line
Genevaper person
from CHF 230
In Geneva: Bus tour to Gruyères, cheese dairy, chocolate factory, and Golden Pass Line
Guided toursThe bus tour to the medieval village of Gruyères starts and ends in Geneva. You visit a cheese dairy as well as the Maison Cailler chocolate factory. Additionally, you travel with the panoramic train Golden Pass Line from Montbovon to Montreux.
- Travel comfortably along Lake Geneva by bus
- Visit the medieval village of Gruyères at 810 meters above sea level
- Enjoy a tour of the Maison Cailler chocolate factory, Switzerland's oldest still-operating chocolate brand
Tickets5 Offers
Golden Pass Express 1st or 2nd class seat reservation from Interlaken or Montreux
4.438 reviewsTicketsThe Golden Pass Express is a panoramic train that travels between Interlaken and Montreux through a particularly beautiful region of Switzerland. With this reservation, you secure a seat in this panoramic train in 1st or 2nd class and enjoy a unique view.
- Secure a seat on the Golden Pass Express between Interlaken and Montreux
- Travel through the Bernese Oberland and take great photos of the view along the way
- Book a seat in the class of your choice (1st class or 2nd class)
Important information
- Seat reservation in 1st or 2nd class on the Golden Pass Express (from Interlaken or Montreux)
+ In addition to reserving your seat, you need a valid ticket for the Golden Pass Express + The Swiss Travel Pass, GA, all day passes for public transport, the community day ticket, Interrail, and Eurail are valid on this route. + Check the timetable on the travel day via the SBB website or app. Tickets are non-refundable if you miss the last train.
- Lucerne - Interlaken Express Seat Reservation on the Panoramic Train1/2

Lucerne - Interlaken Express Seat Reservation on the Panoramic Train
3.8(20)InterlakenIn demandper person
from CHF 16
- Lucerne - Interlaken Express Ticket (without reservation)1/6

Lucerne - Interlaken Express Ticket (without reservation)
4.2(20)LucerneIn demandper person
from CHF 34
- Golden Pass Express Prestige Class Seat Reservation from Interlaken or Montreux1/6

Golden Pass Express Prestige Class Seat Reservation from Interlaken or Montreux
3.7(3)Interlakenper person
from CHF 49
- Golden Pass Express Ticket from Interlaken Ost or Montreux (without reservation)1/6

Golden Pass Express Ticket from Interlaken Ost or Montreux (without reservation)
4.3(15)LucerneIn demandper person
from CHF 56
Golden Pass Express 1st or 2nd class seat reservation from Interlaken or Montreux
4.438 reviewsTicketsThe Golden Pass Express is a panoramic train that travels between Interlaken and Montreux through a particularly beautiful region of Switzerland. With this reservation, you secure a seat in this panoramic train in 1st or 2nd class and enjoy a unique view.
- Secure a seat on the Golden Pass Express between Interlaken and Montreux
- Travel through the Bernese Oberland and take great photos of the view along the way
- Book a seat in the class of your choice (1st class or 2nd class)
Important information
- Seat reservation in 1st or 2nd class on the Golden Pass Express (from Interlaken or Montreux)
+ In addition to reserving your seat, you need a valid ticket for the Golden Pass Express + The Swiss Travel Pass, GA, all day passes for public transport, the community day ticket, Interrail, and Eurail are valid on this route. + Check the timetable on the travel day via the SBB website or app. Tickets are non-refundable if you miss the last train.
Lucerne - Interlaken Express Seat Reservation on the Panoramic Train
3.820 reviewsTicketsTravel with Zentralbahn between Lucerne and Interlaken and experience a section of the Golden Pass Panoramic Train. This seat reservation guarantees you a spot on the train of your choice.
- Secure yourself a seat on the Lucerne - Interlaken Express
- Travel for nearly 2 hours through the beautiful countryside between Lucerne and Interlaken
- Drive over the Brünig Pass and enjoy the view through the panoramic windows
Important information
- Seat reservation on the Lucerne - Interlaken Express (from Lucerne or Interlaken)
+ In addition to this seat reservation, you need a valid ticket for the Luzern - Interlaken Express. + The Swiss Travel Pass, GA, all day passes for public transport, the community day pass, Interrail, and Eurail are valid on this route. + Check the timetable for your travel day on the SBB website or app. Tickets cannot be refunded if you miss the last train.
Lucerne - Interlaken Express Ticket (without reservation)
4.220 reviewsTicketsTravel between Lucerne and Interlaken on the Zentralbahn and ride a section of the Golden Pass panoramic train. Enchanting views of four Swiss lakes and across the Alps await you.
- Travel for just under 2 hours through the beautiful landscape between Lucerne and Interlaken
- Enjoy the view of Lake Lucerne, Lake Sarnen, Lake Lungern and Lake Brienz
- Drive over the Brünig Pass
Important information
- Ticket for Luzern - Interlaken Express from Luzern or Interlaken (valid for a one-way trip, not return)
+ Check the timetable for your travel day on the SBB website or app. The ticket is non-refundable if you miss the last train.
Golden Pass Express Prestige Class Seat Reservation from Interlaken or Montreux
3.73 reviewsTicketsThe Golden Pass Express is a panoramic train running between Interlaken and Montreux through a particularly scenic region of Switzerland. With this reservation, you secure a seat in this panoramic train's exclusive premium class and enjoy a unique view.
- Secure a spot on the Golden Pass Express between Interlaken and Montreux
- Reserve a seat in the luxurious Prestige class
- Travel through the Bernese Oberland and take stunning photos of the scenery along the way
Important information
- Seat reservation in the Prestige class on the Golden Pass Express (from Interlaken or Montreux)
+ In addition to this seat reservation, you'll need a valid ticket for the Golden Pass Express + The Swiss Travel Pass, GA, all day tickets for public transport, the municipal day ticket, Interrail, and Eurail are valid on this route. + Check the timetable on the travel day via the SBB website or app. Tickets are non-refundable if you miss the last train.
Golden Pass Express Ticket from Interlaken Ost or Montreux (without reservation)
4.315 reviewsTicketsThe Golden Pass Express is a panoramic train that travels between Interlaken and Montreux through a particularly beautiful region of Switzerland. With the large panoramic windows, you can enjoy a unique view.
- Travel with the Golden Pass Express between Interlaken and Montreux
- Travel through the Bernese Oberland and take great photos of the views along the way
- Enjoy the view of Lake Geneva above Montreux
Important information
- Golden Pass Express ticket from Montreux or Interlaken
+ You need a seat reservation for this trip + Check the timetable on the travel day via the SBB website or app. Tickets are non-refundable if you miss the last train.
Guided tours1 Offers
- In Geneva: Bus tour to Gruyères, cheese dairy, chocolate factory, and Golden Pass Line1/18

In Geneva: Bus tour to Gruyères, cheese dairy, chocolate factory, and Golden Pass Line
Genevaper person
from CHF 230
In Geneva: Bus tour to Gruyères, cheese dairy, chocolate factory, and Golden Pass Line
Guided toursThe bus tour to the medieval village of Gruyères starts and ends in Geneva. You visit a cheese dairy as well as the Maison Cailler chocolate factory. Additionally, you travel with the panoramic train Golden Pass Line from Montbovon to Montreux.
- Travel comfortably along Lake Geneva by bus
- Visit the medieval village of Gruyères at 810 meters above sea level
- Enjoy a tour of the Maison Cailler chocolate factory, Switzerland's oldest still-operating chocolate brand
Important information
- Guided full-day tour from Geneva
- Tour guide or driver-guide
- Chocolate factory ticket including tasting
- Visit to alpine dairy
- Golden Pass Line ticket from Montbovon to Montreux
Which ticket is right for you?
Tickets for Golden Pass Line differ by starting point and what's included — here's how to find the right one.
The 5 offers in comparison
All prices per person, bookable online.![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | |
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| Price | PriceCHF 16per person | PriceCHF 20per person | PriceCHF 34per person | PriceCHF 49per person | PriceCHF 230per person |
| Rating | Rating3.8 / 520 Reviews | Rating4.4 / 538 Reviews | Rating4.2 / 520 Reviews | Rating3.7 / 53 Reviews | |
| Popularity | Popularity200+ bookings | Popularity200+ bookings | Popularity200+ bookings | Popularity73 booked | |
| Duration | Duration10 hr | ||||
| Meeting point | Meeting pointBahnhof Luzern oder Interlaken Ost | Meeting pointBahnhof Interlaken Ost oder Bahnhof Montreux | Meeting pointBahnhof Luzern oder Interlaken Ost | Meeting pointBahnhof Interlaken Ost oder Montreux | Meeting pointBusbahnhof Genf, Place Dorcière, 1201 Genf |
| Languages | LanguagesEnglish | ||||
| Provider | ProviderSchweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB | ProviderSchweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB | ProviderSchweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB | ProviderSchweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB | ProviderKeytours SA |
| Cancellation | CancellationNon-refundable | CancellationNon-refundable | CancellationFreeup to 24 hours before | CancellationNon-refundable | CancellationFreeup to 24 hours before |
| Check availability | Check availability | Check availability | Check availability | Check availability |
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- Golden Pass Express 1st or 2nd class seat reservation from Interlaken or Montreux

Golden Pass Express 1st or 2nd class seat reservation from Interlaken or Montreux
4.4(38)InterlakenIn demandper person
from CHF 20
- Lucerne - Interlaken Express Seat Reservation on the Panoramic Train

Lucerne - Interlaken Express Seat Reservation on the Panoramic Train
3.8(20)InterlakenIn demandper person
from CHF 16
- Golden Pass Express Prestige Class Seat Reservation from Interlaken or Montreux

Golden Pass Express Prestige Class Seat Reservation from Interlaken or Montreux
3.7(3)Interlakenper person
from CHF 49
- Golden Pass Express Ticket from Interlaken Ost or Montreux (without reservation)

Golden Pass Express Ticket from Interlaken Ost or Montreux (without reservation)
4.3(15)LucerneIn demandper person
from CHF 56
- Lucerne - Interlaken Express Ticket (without reservation)

Lucerne - Interlaken Express Ticket (without reservation)
4.2(20)LucerneIn demandper person
from CHF 34
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