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Swiss Travel Passes
- Travel across Switzerland with ease, using one pass for unlimited rides on the Swiss rail network, while saving money and exploring effortlessly.
- Make the most of your Swiss journey with a pass that works for the consecutive days chosen, giving you non-stop access to top scenic locations.
- Access panoramic routes, mountain excursions, public transport, 500 museums, and discounts with one Swiss pass for an unbeatable travel experience.
- Kick back in 1st or 2nd class seats, plus enjoy the convenience of using your Swiss pass for multiple attractions without the fuss of indivual tickets.
- Travel across Switzerland with ease, using one pass for unlimited rides on the Swiss rail network, while saving money and exploring effortlessly.
- Make the most of your Swiss journey with a pass that works for the consecutive days chosen, giving you non-stop access to top scenic locations.
- Access panoramic routes, mountain excursions, public transport, 500 museums, and discounts with one Swiss pass for an unbeatable travel experience.
- Kick back in 1st or 2nd class seats, plus enjoy the convenience of using your Swiss pass for multiple attractions without the fuss of indivual tickets.
Inclusions
- Pass valid for 3/4/6/8/15 consecutive days
- Unlimited access to trains, boats & buses
- Unlimited access to railway network across Switzerland
- 1st or 2nd class seats (based on the option selected)
- Premium panoramic trains: Glacier Express, Bernina Express, Golden Pass MOB, Gotthard Panorama Express & Luzern Interlaken Express
- Mountain excursions: Mount Rigi, Grindelwald First, Monte Generoso & more
- Cruises: Lake Lucerne and Zurich, Lakes Thun and Brienz, Lake Geneva & more
- Discounts: 50% off on Pilatus, Titlis, Glacier 3000, 25% off on Jungfraujoch & more
- Access to intra-city public transportation
- Access to 500+ museums
- Get all details here
- See the map here
Exclusions
- Seat reservation on Bernina and Glacier Express
- After booking your pass, you will receive a PDF in the confirmation email.
- Download the ticket and show either the printed version or use the digital ticket containing the QR code to the conductor to board the trains.
- Your pass will be activated on the day selected during booking.
- Your pass is valid for the consecutive number of days chosen. For instance, if you picked the 3-day pass, your pass is valid for 3 consecutive days. It ends at 5am on the day following the last day.
- Access the handy Swiss map here and begin your travel adventure!
- This pass is valid only for residents outside of Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
- Children under 16 travel free when accompanied by a parent.
- Seat reservation is mandatory for panoramic trains. Please follow the reservation instructions in the ticket you receive post-booking.
- Staff is available for guests requiring disability assistance.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Unlock Switzerland's rail network with a flexible pass, giving you unlimited journeys and budget-friendly access to explore the country's stunning routes.
- Tailor your Swiss adventure with ultimate flexibility, as you roam for any 3 to 15 days within the validity period, perfect for spontaneous explorers.
- See the best with one pass: get access to scenic train routes, public transit, museums, mountain excursions, and discounts for an unforgettable journey.
- Travel Switzerland in comfort with first or second-class seating, and use your all-access pass to enjoy multiple attractions without multiple tickets!
- Unlock Switzerland's rail network with a flexible pass, giving you unlimited journeys and budget-friendly access to explore the country's stunning routes.
- Tailor your Swiss adventure with ultimate flexibility, as you roam for any 3 to 15 days within the validity period, perfect for spontaneous explorers.
- See the best with one pass: get access to scenic train routes, public transit, museums, mountain excursions, and discounts for an unforgettable journey.
- Travel Switzerland in comfort with first or second-class seating, and use your all-access pass to enjoy multiple attractions without multiple tickets!
Inclusions
- Pass valid for any 3/4/6/8/15 days
- Valid for 1 month after activation
- Unlimited access to trains, boats & buses
- Unlimited access to railway network across Switzerland
- 1st or 2nd class seats (based on the option selected)
- Premium panoramic trains: Glacier Express, Bernina Express, Golden Pass MOB, Gotthard Panorama Express & Luzern Interlaken Express
- Mountain excursions: Mount Rigi, Grindelwald First, Monte Generoso & more
- Cruises: Lake Lucerne and Zurich, Lakes Thun and Brienz, Lake Geneva & more
- Discounts: 50% off on Pilatus, Titlis, Glacier 3000, 25% off on Jungfraujoch & more
- Access to intra-city public transportation
- Access to 500+ museums
- Get all details here
- See the map here
Exclusions
- Seat reservation on Bernina and Glacier Express
- To activate your Swiss Travel Flex Pass, simply head to www.activateyourpass.com, enter your reference number, and fill in the required details to get started.
- Follow the step-by-step activation instructions provided in the ticket that you receive post-booking.
- If you picked the 3-day pass, your pass is valid for any 3 days and can be used within one month from the first date of use.
- Download the ticket and show either the printed version or the digital ticket to board the trains.
- Access the handy Swiss map here and begin your travel adventure!
- This pass is valid only for residents outside of Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
- Children under 16 travel free when accompanied by a parent.
- Seat reservation is mandatory for panoramic trains. Please follow the reservation instructions in the ticket post-booking.
- Staff is available for guests requiring disability assistance.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Travel to over 90 Swiss destinations with a 50% discount on tickets and unlimited access to routes across the country for massive savings and flexibility.
- With a one-month validity, this pass lets you plan your Swiss journey at your pace, exploring top Swiss locations like Zurich and Geneva.
- Pack in sights for half the price and get access to routes like the Bernina Express, public transport, cable cars, and mountain trips to the Top of Europe and Mt. Rigi.
- Ride in style in comfortable first and second-class seats, and take advantage of special offers and unbeatable discounts on leisure activities.
- Travel to over 90 Swiss destinations with a 50% discount on tickets and unlimited access to routes across the country for massive savings and flexibility.
- With a one-month validity, this pass lets you plan your Swiss journey at your pace, exploring top Swiss locations like Zurich and Geneva.
- Pack in sights for half the price and get access to routes like the Bernina Express, public transport, cable cars, and mountain trips to the Top of Europe and Mt. Rigi.
- Ride in style in comfortable first and second-class seats, and take advantage of special offers and unbeatable discounts on leisure activities.
Inclusions
- Swiss Half-Fare Card valid for 1 month
- 1st and 2nd class seats
- 50% discounted access to all trains, bus, and boat transport:
- Premium panoramic trains: Glacier Express, Bernina Express, Golden Pass MOB, Gotthard Panorama Express & Luzern Interlaken Express
- Mountain excursions: Mount Rigi, CabriO Stanserhorn, Stoos & more
- Cruises: Lake Lucerne and Zurich, Lakes Thun, and Brienz, Lake Geneva & more
- Access to intra-city public transportation
- Get all details here
- See the map here
Exclusions
- Reserved seats
- This pass is valid only for residents outside of Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
- Children under 16 travel free when accompanied by a parent.
- Seat reservation is mandatory for panoramic trains (Bernina, Glacier, and Gotthard Express). Please follow the reservation instructions in the ticket you receive post-booking.
- Staff is available for guests requiring disability assistance.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Unlock unlimited travel across Switzerland’s national rail network with pass options letting you travel for any 3 to 8 days within 1 month after activation.
- Say toodles to ticket hassles and embrace travel freedom in Switzerland with this cost-effective pass, covering all your transport needs in one go.
- Designed for European residents, this flexible mobile pass lets you freely travel without the hassle of carrying multiple physical tickets!
- Ride through Swiss cities like Zurich, Geneva, and Interlaken, soaking up views of the Alps from comfy 1st or 2nd class seats.
- Unlock unlimited travel across Switzerland’s national rail network with pass options letting you travel for any 3 to 8 days within 1 month after activation.
- Say toodles to ticket hassles and embrace travel freedom in Switzerland with this cost-effective pass, covering all your transport needs in one go.
- Designed for European residents, this flexible mobile pass lets you freely travel without the hassle of carrying multiple physical tickets!
- Ride through Swiss cities like Zurich, Geneva, and Interlaken, soaking up views of the Alps from comfy 1st or 2nd class seats.
Inclusions
- Validity: 3/4/5/6/7/8 days
- Valid for 1 month after activation
- Unlimited access to Switzerland's national rail network
- 1st or 2nd class seats (based on option selected)
- Free WiFi
- AC onboard
Exclusions
- Reserved seats
- Your Interrail Pass is fully mobile! Activate it in the Rail Planner App using the Pass Number from your confirmation email.
- After activation, add your journey to get a QR code ticket in the app that must be presented to the inspectors at the station.
- Don’t forget to reserve seats for trains that require bookings. Do it early via the Rail Planner app!
- This pass is only sold to EU residents and cannot be used by non-European travelers or in the traveler's country of residence (only 2 journeys are allowed in the home country to leave and return).
- This experience is wheelchair, pram, and stroller accessible.
- Seat/bed reservations for mandatory bookable trains need to be purchased via the Rail Planner app at an additional cost.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 180 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 11 months from the date of purchase.
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Swiss Travel Pass - Inclusions
In addition to unlimited access to the rail network, you will receive the following benefits if you get a Swiss Travel Pass: View the full list of inclusions here.
Why buy a Swiss Travel Pass
- Cost-effective: Plan an incredible yet affordable adventure with your Swiss Travel Pass. Not only does the pass offer unlimited access to regional and inter-city trains, buses, and boats, but you can also save on your fare charges for some premium panoramic trains.
- Flexibility & convenience: Depending on the type of traveler you are, choose between the Consecutive or Flexible Swiss Travel Pass. The Consecutive pass works better for fast travelers who prefer sightseeing every day of their vacation. Get the Flexible pass if you’re a more laid-back traveler with more time to tick off your bucket list.
- More perks: If you’re planning a vacation packed with mountain excursions, cable car, and panoramic train rides, then the Swiss Travel Pass can come in handy. You can enjoy numerous discounts or free entry to many popular Swiss attractions.
Which Swiss Travel Pass is best for you?
Type of pass
Swiss Travel Pass (Continuous)
Swiss Travel Pass (Flexible)
Swiss Half Fare Card
Interrail Switzerland Pass
Eurail/Interrail Global Pass
Free/discounted access
Free access to the Swiss public transportation network
Free access to the Swiss public transportation network
Discounted access to the Swiss public transportation network
Free access to the Swiss rail network
Free access to the European rail network
Best suited for
Travelers with a fixed & fast-paced itinerary, who want to explore many attractions within a limited time
Slow-paced vacationers who prefer to take breaks between their travel days.
Budget travelers with very few sites on their to-do lists, who don’t mind the hassle of individual ticket purchases.
European travelers looking for budget-friendly access to the Swiss railways.
European travelers who also want to visit other European destinations.
Travel days
3/4/6/8/15 continuous travel days
3/4/6/8/15 random travel days within 1 month
1 month
3 to 8 days within 1 month
4 days to 3 months, depending on the pass you choose
Prices starting from
CHF 244
CHF 279
CHF 120
CHF 153.45
Eurail - CHF 264.74
Interrail - CHF 153.45
All Swiss Rail Access
✅
✅
✅
✅
✅
Panoramic train access
✅
✅
✅
✅
✅
Cruises & boat tours
✅
✅
✅
Discounts on some cruises
Discounts on some cruises & long-distance ferry rides.
Mountain excursions
✅
✅
✅
Discounts on some mountain excursions
Does not cover mountain excursions.
Public transportation access
Trains, buses, trams, and boats
Trains, buses, trams, and boats
Trains, buses, trams, and boats
No access to public transport
No access to public transport
Steps to activate your Swiss Travel Pass
What you need to know to plan your journey
What to carry
Tips & tricks
Other passes
- Your pass: When boarding any public transport or panoramic train, ensure that you have your Swiss Travel Pass on you, either as a physical copy or an e-copy.
- Seat reservation tickets: If you’ve made a reservation on one of the premium panoramic trains, carry your reservation tickets with you to show upon inspection.
- Passport: Carry a valid photo ID and your passport when traveling with the Swiss Travel Pass.
- Passes & IDs for children: Even though the Swiss Travel Pass is free for children younger than 12, you will still have to purchase and display their passes, seat reservation tickets, and IDs during inspection.
- Phone chargers: Swiss trains have charging sockets, so please carry your electronic chargers with you. This way, you don’t have to worry about your phone running out of juice and can take all the pictures and videos you want of the Swiss scenery.
- If you’re traveling on a budget, second-class seats on most trains would work best for you.
- On the other hand, if you’d prefer to have more space and privacy, choose a first-class seat.
- Arrive early to catch your train. In Switzerland, trains operate on a first-come, first-served basis, so show up ahead of schedule to snag good seats.
- If you or anyone you’re traveling with requires disability assistance, do not hesitate to ask the staff for help.
- Wherever possible, travel light. Fill your backpacks, handbags, and fanny packs only with essentials and nothing more.
- Panoramic trains offer meal options for you to choose from, so there’s no need to pack snacks for your scenic adventure.
If a Swiss Travel Pass does not suit your needs, consider purchasing an Interrail Pass or an Eurail Pass.
- An Interrail Pass offers European residents access to the rail network in about 33 European countries.
- A Eurail Pass offers similar perks as an Interrail Pass but to non-European residents.
- If you’re unsure about which pass to choose, check out this Eurail vs. Interrail guide to make a more informed decision.
Frequently asked questions about Swiss Travel Pass
What trains can I hop on with the Swiss Travel Pass?
You can use the Swiss Travel Pass on regular trains, buses, boats, and premium scenic trains such as the Glacier Express and Bernina Express (please note that seat reservations are required for panoramic trains).
Am I eligible to have a Swiss Travel Pass?
The pass is available only to non-residents of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Children under 4 years can travel for free, provided they’re accompanied by an adult and do not need a separate seat.
When should I get a youth pass?
Up to 2 children between the ages of 4 to 11 can travel for free if they’re accompanied by a paying adult with a valid Swiss Travel Pass. If you’re bringing more than 2 children for the journey, you will have to purchase a discounted youth pass for them. The discounted youth pass is available for ages 12-24.
Can I get a refund for my Swiss Travel Pass?
Yes, you can cancel your Swiss Travel Pass up to 24 hours before your first travel date for a full refund.
Is the Swiss Travel Pass transferable?
No, the Swiss Travel Pass is personal and non-transferable. If the booking is in your name, then only you can use the pass.
Can I change my reservation?
It depends on the carrier. Some trains allow you to change your reservations for a fee. Read cancellation instructions carefully before reserving your seats on trains.
How can I use the Swiss Half Fare Card to book tickets at half price?
You can use your Swiss Half Fare Card when booking tickets online, at railway station counters, ticketing machines, or via the SBB mobile app/website. If you’re booking online, make sure to select the Half Fare Card option on the check-out page of your booking. While booking offline, produce a physical or digital version of your Half Fare Card to get your discounted tickets.
How can I avail discounts for mountain excursions?
When booking your mountain excursion, choose the Swiss Travel Pass or the Half Fare Card options on the check-out page and pay your discounted rate. During inspection, show your discounted ticket, Half Fare Card, and passport.
Can I use the Swiss Travel Pass on another day than the selected travel days?
No, you cannot use your Swiss Travel Pass on non-travel days. For example, if you bought a 6-day continuous pass, your pass is valid for 6 continuous days of travel. It becomes invalid at 5am on the day following the last travel day.
Are Swiss Continuous Travel Pass & Flexible Pass valid for exactly 24 hours on a travel date?
No. Your Swiss Travel Pass (Continuous & Flexible) is valid until 5am on the day following the last travel day. For example, let’s say your travel days are from November 16 to November 18, then you can purchase a 3-day Continuous Pass. This pass will be valid for 77 hours, from 12am on November 16 to 5am on November 19.