Swiss Federal Railways launches new timetable with night trains and more connections

The switch to the new Swiss Federal Railways timetable on Sunday morning went smoothly, according to their media office. The real test will come on Monday morning with the start of rush hour and commuter traffic. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The new timetable introduces night-time connections and more trains to neighbouring countries. In western Switzerland, it’s the biggest timetable change since Rail 2000. This interim solution is also known as the “construction site timetable”. Night-time services Night-time services in canton Vaud and canton Geneva are also being enhanced, with CarPostal increasing its routes. The most significant changes are on the Lausanne-Geneva line. In Neuchâtel, especially in the southern part of the canton, and in Fribourg, passengers will enjoy improved services and connections. In Valais, CarPostal routes will be extended in the Saint-Maurice area. Longer journeys Swiss Federal Railways warns that numerous construction ...