Wilhelm Tell Express (Switzerland)

The Wilhelm-Tell Express connects two of the prettiest parts of Switzerland: Central Switzerland and the Italianate Ticino. There are two daily connections from Lucerne to either Locarno or Lugano or vice-versa.

The Wilhelm-Tell Express runs on the route:

  • Lucerne - Lake Luzern - Flüelen - St. Gotthard - Bellinzona - Locarno 

Conditions for Eurail Pass holders

Holders of a Eurail Pass pay a surcharge for the Wilhelm Tell Express. First class Pass holders pay 39 CHF (approx. 26 Euro), Second class Pass holders pay 86 CHF (approx. 57 Euro). The fees include a seat reservation, something to eat and a special souvenir.

Special Features

Enjoy an excellent meal while tuckering along the impressive coastline of Lake Lucerne on a first class vintage paddle steamer. Once the boat has reached Flüelen, the crew will say good-bye. Step off the boat and onto the comfort of a first-class panorama train that will whisk you via the spectacular Gotthard route to the Ticino, where Italian is spoken. The Wilhelm Tell Express operates from May to October only.

Website: www.wilhelmtellexpress.ch.

Eurail Passes for Switzerland