There are seasonal direct car trains from Kandersteg to Iselle in Italy. These direct connections operate exclusively during the peak season and only on select days. All available direct trains are listed in the online car transport schedule. Alternatively, you can use the indirect connection via Brig.

When do the direct car trains run?

No trains will operate between Kandersteg and Iselle from 11 October 2026 to 25 March 2027.

Tickets and reservations for the 2027 season are expected to be available in the new BLS webshop from late January 2027. Alternatively, you can use the year-round Kandersteg–Goppenstein and Brig–Iselle services.

What You Need to Know

The following applies to direct car trains to Italy:

✅ Reservations are required

⏰ Reservations can be made up to 5 hours before departure

🚫 No waitlists for fully booked trains

🔁 Canceled trips are automatically made available again in the ticket shop
→ Check the online shop regularly for available spots.

🚥 There is no designated waiting area in Iselle for vehicles with reservations. Your vehicle will be individually identified by train staff and directed to the loading area.

No direct connection available?

If no direct connection is offered or there is no more space available, you can combine the car ferry services between Kandersteg and Goppenstein and between Brig and Iselle.

Here’s how the indirect connection southbound works:

• Load your vehicle onto the ferry from Kandersteg to Goppenstein.
• Drive from Goppenstein to Brig by car.
  The drive takes about 45 minutes under normal traffic conditions.
• Load your vehicle onto the train in Brig bound for Iselle.

You can find the appropriate connections:

• in the online schedule for Kandersteg–Goppenstein
• in the online schedule for Brig–Iselle
• on the online map

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there daily direct car trains from Kandersteg to Iselle?
No. Direct car trains operate only seasonally and on select days.

Can I travel on short notice without a reservation?
No. A reservation is always required for direct connections.

Is the indirect connection to Italy available year-round?
Yes. The Kandersteg–Goppenstein and Brig–Iselle combination is available year-round.