- Must visit
Museum im Stockalperschloss
The palace museum presents Brig’s civic and mercantile past in period rooms inside the town’s landmark baroque complex.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£42
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
46 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
59 m
Trains on 05 Sept
6
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thun to Brig-Glis is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thun to Brig-Glis will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 6 trains from Thun to Brig-Glis, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
RE 1 4161 | 4161
IC 1303 | 1303
IC 6 959 | 959
RE 11 4545 | 4545
IC 8 808 | 808
IC 6 959 | 959
IC 8 808 | 808
IC 1303 | 1303
RE 1 4161 | 4161
RE 11 4545 | 4545Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Thun to Brig-Glis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 56 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 56m sooner (46m by train vs 1h 42m by car). Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Thun to Brig-Glis trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 1 4161 | 4161 | 8:01 Thun station | 1h17 | 9:18 Brig | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 11 4545 | 4545 | 8:21 Thun station | 1h19 | 9:40 Brig | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 6 959 | 959 | 8:27 Thun station | 0h46 | 9:13 Brig | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1303 | 1303 | 8:50 Thun station | 0h48 | 9:38 Brig | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 1 4163 | 4163 | 9:01 Thun station | 1h21 | 10:22 Brig | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 8 808 | 808 | 9:27 Thun station | 0h46 | 10:13 Brig | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Thun to Brig-Glis run on average 8 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 46m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 22:38 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Brig-Glis — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brig-Glis trip today.
The palace museum presents Brig’s civic and mercantile past in period rooms inside the town’s landmark baroque complex.
A local museum focused on regional wildlife and Alpine nature, suitable for visitors interested in Valais landscapes and fauna.
This museum explores the Simplon region and mountain transport history, adding context to Brig’s role as an Alpine gateway.
Brig’s historic centre has arcaded streets, small squares and heritage buildings, making it the best area for a relaxed walk.
The palace gardens provide a pleasant green space beside Stockalperschloss, ideal for an easy stroll and photographs.
A scenic mountain viewpoint reached from the Rosswald area, popular for broad valley panoramas and walking in summer.
Rye bread from Valais, baked dense and dark with sourdough. It is a regional staple suited to alpine storage and often served with cheese or dried meat.
Classic Valais cheese fondue made with local alpine cheese and white wine. It is a social mountain dish strongly associated with the canton.
Melted Raclette du Valais cheese scraped over potatoes, pickles and onions. This iconic Valais dish reflects the canton’s dairy and alpine herding traditions.
Traditional Valais restaurant known for Raclette, fondue and hearty regional dishes in a warm, rustic setting near the old town.
Refined dining hotel restaurant offering seasonal Swiss cuisine and polished service in an elegant setting close to Brig station.
Popular historic venue by Stockalper Palace serving Swiss and Valais specialities, with a relaxed atmosphere and a central Brig location.
Brig-Glis is costly by European standards. Hotels, restaurant meals and Swiss rail fares are higher than in nearby Italy or France, though local cafés and supermarkets help manage costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good service in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and small café bills, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thun to Brig-Glis by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Brig-Glis, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Thun to Brig-Glis trains use the Thun to Brig station pair. Use this guide to compare Thun and Brig-Glis train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Thun has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Dampfschiff, Restaurant Schlossberg
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Thun. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Thun. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Thun: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Thun: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thun: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Freienhof, Hotel Krone Thun, Hotel Emmental.
Brig has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Steakhouse Brig, Restaurant des Cheminots
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brig. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brig. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brig: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brig: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brig: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ambassador, Good Night Inn, Hotel Victoria.
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