What is the Swiss Alps train record?

As it traveled through the Swiss Alps last weekend, a 1.2-mile-long locomotive set the record for the world's longest passenger train.



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See world's longest passenger train run through Swiss Alps The 1.2 mile (1.9 kilometer) long train broke the record on October 29 after completing an over 15-miles-long trip.

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Train company Rhaetian Railway has claimed the record with its 100-carriage-long convoy spanning 1.91 kilometres, which went on a spectacular trip through the Swiss Alps.

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Japan's L0 Series Maglev is the fastest train in the world, with a speed record of 374 mph or 602 km/h. It could go the distance from New York City to Montreal in less than an hour. China has half of the eight fastest trains, and the world's largest high-speed railway network.

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This U.S. Train Was Voted the Best in the World — and It Has Luxury Cars, Delicious Food, and Stunning Mountain Views. Rocky Mountaineer's Rockies to the Red Rocks route takes passengers on an epic train journey from Colorado to Utah.

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Glacier Express Topping our list is none other than the Glacier Express, probably the most iconic and luxurious scenic Swiss rail journey.

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The Glacier Express - known as the 'Slowest Express Train in the World' (and arguably the most scenic) - connects the mountain resort towns of Matterhorn adjacent to Zermatt and St Moritz in the Swiss Alps.

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Glacier Express Topping our list is none other than the Glacier Express, probably the most iconic and luxurious scenic Swiss rail journey. Known as the 'slowest express train in the world', the entire journey will grant you with undisputed panoramic views of the country's most dramatic scenery, no matter the season.

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The longest regularly scheduled train in North America is Via Rail Canada's Canadian between Toronto and Vancouver, a distance of 2,775 miles (4,466 kilometers). The longest train in the USA is Amtrak's Texas Eagle between Chicago and Los Angeles via San Antonio, a distance of 2,728 miles (4,390 kilometers).

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The most unmissable train journey in the world is the Excellence Class on the Glacier Express through the Swiss Alps en route from Zermatt to St. Moritz.

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The Bernina Express train route takes you through incredible alpine landscapes and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - it's that amazing. Think of all the clichés about the beauty of scenic train travel and multiply them by 1000. You'll end up on this journey through Switzerland.

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Paris to Bern This incredibly quick service will take you through some truly beautiful sites as you cross over from France into Switzerland on the train and arrive into Bern station. The town can trace its origins back to the 12th-Century, and distinctive medieval architecture can still be seen today.

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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Europe The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is mythical for a reason. The train's classic route runs from London to Venice, stopping in Paris and Verona on the way. Cars are adorned in Art Deco finery, creating an atmosphere of old-school glamour.

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Glacier Express in the Summer This legendary, eight-hour ride slowly weaves more than 150 miles across 291 bridges and through 92 tunnels in the picturesque Swiss Alps from the foot of the Matterhorn in Zermatt to St. Moritz.

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1. The Bernina Express. Connecting Chur to Poschiavo in Switzerland, and to Tirano in Italy by crossing the Swiss Engadin Alps, the Bernina Express features breathtaking views from its panoramic, red carriages.

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The Most Romantic Train Journeys in the World
  • The Ghan (Australia)
  • The Trans Alpine (New Zealand)
  • Glacier Express (Switzerland)
  • California Zephyr (USA)
  • The Orient Express La Dolce Vita (Italy)
  • Shongololo Dune Express (South Africa to Namibia)
  • Belmond Andean Explorer (Peru)
  • Maharajas' Express, The Indian Panorama (India)


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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express (VSOE) The Venice Simplon-Orient Express (VSOE) is the world's most authentic luxury train.

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In the 1940s, the 20th Century Limited was the most famous train in the world, even creating the first red carpet to set itself apart. Thanks to restoration efforts, train lovers can now travel back in time and experience it for themselves.

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