Zentralbahn (ZB) operates the spectacular and useful link between Luzern/Lucerne and Interlaken - which allows for the quickest journeys from eastern Switzerland to the Bernese Oberland area.

ZB operates two types of train; (1) local trains and (2) these express trains which operate two services: (i) the Luzern - Interlaken Express* (ii) the Luzern - Engelberg Express*

*What can cause confusion is that the direct trains from Interlaken TO Luzern are also use this branding.

ZB's express trains also have large panoramic windows.

Food and drink is available on the Luzern – Interlaken Express and Luzern – Engelberg Express trains. Travel in 1st class on the Luzern - Interlaken Express and catering staff will provide an at-seat service.

1st Class

Facilities in the coach

• Free wifi available
• Power outlet available at your seat
• Air-conditioning
• Can park bicycles
• Disabled facilities

2nd Class

Facilities in the coach

• Free wifi available
• Air-conditioning
• Can park bicycles
• Disabled facilities

Ultimate Guide to Swiss Railway

Ultimate Guide to Swiss Railways

Trains are the most important means of transportation within Switzerland and with neighboring countries. The road network is quite dense. The national railway company of the Swiss Confederation is called Swiss Federal Railways, abbreviated as SBB/CFF/FFS (German/French/Italian respectively). The railway covers the main trunk lines, while the private railways supplement the branch lines between the villages and mountain railways. Routes of the same width can be directly connected. Except for special sightseeing trains or mountain climbing roads, most of the ticketing mechanisms and ticket purchase methods are jointly operated. There will be no problem multiplying. The densel...