Switzerland holidays by train 2025
Want the full scenic route? Hop on board and discover Switzerland by train. With plenty of space to stretch and views that wow, your holiday begins the moment you step aboard. Experience comfort and smooth, stress-free travel long before your boots hit the trails. Sit back, relax, and let the journey unfold.
How to book
Ready to experience Switzerland by rail? Book online by selecting 'London St Pancras' for departure or contact us to find out more.
Travel by train to these resorts
Explore Switzerland by train and dive into a world of towering peaks, glassy lakes, and storybook villages. From Interlaken’s adventure playground to Zermatt’s iconic Matterhorn views, every stop is a showstopper. Switzerland makes travel effortless - trains, boats, and cable cars connect you to hidden waterfalls, deep valleys, and lakeside cafés. Your holiday includes a Swiss Half Fare Card (worth £100) and smooth rail transfers from the airport.
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Provision outbound timings
These are the expected train times to your resort, but they might change - we’ll confirm the final times before you go.
Onward travel from Basel: Your transfer to Interlaken will be by train, with a journey time of around two hours. Some trains run directly from Basel to Interlaken, while others require one change along the way.
When you arrive at Interlaken Ost station, a hotel shuttle or taxi will be waiting to take you to your accommodation.
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Onward travel from Basel: Your transfer to Grindelwald will be by train, taking around three hours with one or two changes along the way.
Upon arrival at Grindelwald station, most hotels offer a shuttle service to take you to your accommodation.
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Onward travel by train
Onward travel from Basel: Your transfer to Wilderswil will be by train to Interlaken Ost, followed by a taxi to your hotel. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
Some trains travel directly from Basel to Interlaken, while others require one change along the way.
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Onward travel by train
Onward travel from Basel: Your transfer to Kandersteg will be by train, taking approximately two and a half hours with one or two changes along the way.
Upon arrival at Kandersteg station, a hotel shuttle or taxi will be available to take you to your accommodation.
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Onward travel by train
Onward travel from Basel: Your transfer to Lucerne will be by train, with a journey time of around one hour. Some trains run directly from Basel to Lucerne, while others require one change.
Upon arrival at Lucerne station, most hotels offer a shuttle or taxi service to take you to your accommodation.
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Onward travel from Basel: Your transfer to Saas-Fee will take approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes, combining train and Postbus travel. The first leg is by train to Visp, which may require one change. From Visp, you'll continue by bus, as Saas-Fee does not have a train station.
Upon arrival at the Saas-Fee bus station, a hotel shuttle will be available to take you to your accommodation.
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Onward travel from Basel: Your transfer to Zermatt will be by train, taking approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. The journey will involve one or more train changes.
Upon arrival at Zermatt station, a hotel shuttle or taxi will be available to take you to your accommodation.
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Onward travel from Basel: Your transfer to Montreux will be by train, taking approximately three hours with two or three changes along the way.
Upon arrival at Montreux station, a hotel shuttle or taxi will be available to take you to your accommodation.
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Onward travel from Basel: Your transfer to Davos will be by train, taking approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes, with three changes along the way.
Upon arrival at Davos station, a hotel shuttle or taxi will be available to take you to your accommodation.
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Onward travel from Basel: Your transfer to Klosters will be by train, taking approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes, with three changes along the way.
Upon arrival at Klosters station, a hotel shuttle or taxi will be available to take you to your accommodation.
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Why book your walking holiday with Inghams
Here’s what sets us apart:
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A holiday feeling every time
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