Trip vs trip
Bernina Express vs Glacier Express
Two ways to do a similar journey. Every number below is from the operators' own published details, verified on the dates shown on each trip page.
| Bernina Express Fred. Holidays (Fred. Rail Journeys) | Glacier Express Fred. Holidays (Fred. Rail Journeys) | |
|---|---|---|
| Rail share | 100% (medium confidence) | 100% (medium confidence) |
| Guiding | Rail journey | Rail journey |
| Countries | Switzerland, Italy | Switzerland |
| Named trains | Bernina Express | Glacier Express |
| Nights on board | no | no |
Which one, honestly
- For time on the train: Bernina Express spends the most of the trip on rails: 100% rail share, against 100% (Glacier Express).
Bernina Express: worth knowing
- Meals, snacks and drinks on board are not included in Standard or First Class; purchase them separately.
- Fred. Rail Journeys does not publish a day-by-day itinerary for this route; confirm timings and connections with them directly.
Glacier Express: worth knowing
- Meals, snacks and drinks are not included in Standard or First Class; either purchase on board or pre-book an at-seat meal.
- Excellence Class, with its concierge service and multi-course meal, costs a supplement over the standard fare.