Palm Express ​

High Alpine peaks and palm-lined promenades: this scenic Postbus route links St. Moritz and Lugano in around 3h 30 min and is part of the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland.​
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St. Moritz – Lugano (or vice versa)

The Palm Express leaves St. Moritz for the Maloja Pass before winding down into the Val Bregaglia. Passengers cross the border in Catasegna to arrive in the charming Italian town of Chiavenna. The journey ends in Lugano, a city of Mediterranean flair and Ticino’s urban capital.

​ The essentials at a glance​

From tickets to timetables – everything you need to prepare your clients for a smooth journey aboard the Palm Express.

Tickets

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  • Covered by the Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) ​
  • 50% discount with the Swiss Half Fare Card​
  • Passport or identity card required for the border crossing to Italy
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Seat reservation ​

Information about seat reservations and surcharges ​

  • Seat reservation required ​
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Luggage

All you need to know about luggage services​

    

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Timetable

Get timetable information ​

  • Year-round operation 
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Comfort and services on board

  • Accessibility ​- PostBus lines have limited wheelchair access.​

In pictures​

Explore the Palm Express ​

Find further information on the official website.​
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