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Swiss Travel Pass 2024: What’s Included & What’s Not (& Is It Worth It)

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Posted on Last updated: March 25, 2024

Swiss Travel Pass 2024: What’s Included & What’s Not (& Is It Worth It)

When planning a trip to Switzerland, you’ll likely see the Swiss Travel Pass mentioned everywhere.

But what exactly is the Swiss Travel Pass, what does it include, where can you buy it (hint – here ;)), and is it worth it?

We get so many questions from our readers about the Swiss Pass (and Swiss Pass Flex), which discounts it offers, and whether it covers some of the most popular destinations in the Swiss Alps. Many first-time visitors find it a bit confusing and I keep answering the same questions all over again…

So to save all of us some time, here is our complete guide to the Swiss Travel Pass. It should answer all your questions, give you a good overview of what exactly is included (and what is not), and help you decide whether it’s worth getting it for your trip.

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Red train in Swiss mountains in Jungfrau region Switzerland

What is the Swiss Travel Pass

The Swiss Travel Pass is a ticket for international visitors that includes unlimited travel on public transportation in Switzerland for a selected number of days. You can buy this pass for 3, 4, 6, 8, or 15 days of travel.

All the information is available on the official website of the Swiss Railways (SBB), but apparently, it’s still too confusing for many people (thus, this article).

TIP: You can also find the most important information in a nutshell and purchase the pass on GetYourGuide . We recommend this website for all tickets/tours/passes and we personally use it for all our trips, not just in Europe. It’s very simple to use.

Good to know: Traveling by train is the most convenient way to cover bigger distances in Switzerland and explore many of the nicest places in the country (not just cities, but also mountains). Furthermore, public transportation in Switzerland is very efficient and we sometimes joke that you can set your watch by how punctual the trains are. So for the majority of international visitors, it doesn’t even make sense to consider renting a car, and that’s what makes the Swiss Travel Pass so popular.

Below, you can find our explanation of what is and is not included with the Swiss Travel Pass, and how it differs from the Swiss Travel Pass Flex. Read on!

Red tram in Bern old town, Switzerland

Swiss Travel Pass vs. Swiss Travel Pass Flex

To make things a bit more confusing, there are two types of Swiss Pass: the regular one and the Flex Pass , which is 15% more expensive.

What’s the difference? Both these passes include exactly the same tickets and offer the same discounts (that differ depending on your age). The main difference is that the flex pass allows you to freely choose on which days you use it within its month-long validity, whereas the regular pass is valid on consecutive days (depending on which validity you choose, 3, 4, 6, 8, or 15 consecutive days).

So, for example, you are visiting Switzerland for 5 days and you plan on traveling by public transport daily during your entire stay. In that case, you can simply get a regular pass for 5 days.

On the other hand, if you are in Switzerland for a longer time, but will be visiting different regions and spending a few days in each before traveling further, then it’s better to get a flexible pass. That way, you can use it only on those days when you will be taking public transportation a lot. Further below, you can find a bit more information about how to use both these passes.

Important to know! This is where it starts to get confusing to foreigners visiting Switzerland for the first time because they think that they will be using public transport every day, also in the mountains. But there is a big difference between let’s say an inter-city train between Zurich and Geneva or a train that brings you to Gornergrat in Zermatt or Jungfraujoch in Berner Oberland.

!!! The majority of gondolas, funiculars, and mountain trains are not part of the Swiss public transport network (and thus not included with the Swiss Travel Pass). However, to make things yet a bit more confusing, there are a couple of exceptions here too. You can find more info below, but first – how much does it cost.

Lake Lucerne ferry boats are free with Swiss Travel Pass

How to use Swiss Travel Pass & Travel Pass Flex

For all passes , you can either print it on a white A4 paper or show an electronic version of the pass on your smartphone or tablet. You can also add it to your Apple Wallet, for example. Since the pass is issued in your name, you might be asked to show your ID as well.

Using the regular Swiss Travel Pass is pretty straightforward since it’s valid for a set number of consecutive days. You’ll simply have to show a printed or electronic version of the pass.

Using the Flex Pass is a bit more complex since you can choose the specific dates on which you will be using it. To avoid misunderstandings, you will have to activate the dates on which you want to use your pass online on this website . It’s important to activate the dates before your first journey, so e.g. you cannot do it when you are already on a train.

You will get all the information and clear instructions when you get the pass, so don’t worry about it too much in advance. Also, you can still adjust your chosen dates as long as you do it before midnight at the start of the day on which you want to use it.

Matterhorn Gotthard Train in Switzerland

How much does the Swiss Travel Pass cost in 2024?

The price of the Swiss Travel Pass depends on several factors: your age, the number of days, and whether you opt for a regular pass or flex. In addition, you can choose to travel in the 2nd Class or upgrade to 1st Class.

Additional discounts: Children under 6 are free of charge. Children from 6 to 16 travel free when accompanied by a paying parent (you need to order a ticket for them, but it’s free, and you will get the necessary instructions). Youth from 16 to 25 get almost 30% discount.

Here are the prices of the regular pass in Second Class in 2024 for adults:

3 DAYS: 244 CHF. 4 DAYS: 295 CHF. 6 DAYS: 379 CHF. 8 DAYS: 419 CHF. 15 DAYS: 459 CHF.

Good to know: Flex Pass costs 15% more and you’ll have to pay over 55% extra if you opt for First Class tickets.

As you can see, the longer the duration, the cheaper the price that you pay per day. If you just get it for 3 days, it costs you about 81 CHF per day, whereas if you get it for two weeks, it costs you just around 30 CHF per day – a huge difference!

Further below, you can find our observations on whether it’s worth getting the Swiss Travel Pass. But first, let’s take a look at what exactly is included.

Gornergrat scenic railway and the Matterhorn in Zermatt Switzerland

What is included with the Swiss Travel Pass

This is what IS INCLUDED with the Swiss Travel Pass:

  • Unlimited travel on trains, buses, and boats that belong to the public transport network. So all the inter-city trains as well as trams and buses in more than 90 towns and cities are included. Passenger ferries (not cruises) on Lake Lucerne or the lakes near Interlaken are included as well.
  • Unlimited travel on premium panorama trains (however, there might be extra fees for advance seat reservations). These include the famous Bernina Express, Glacier Express, Golden Pass Line, and a few other panoramic train routes.
  • Free entry to over 500 museums in Switzerland . You can find a complete list of all the museums here .
  • Free travel on the following mountain excursions : Mt Rigi, Stanserhorn, and Stoos. All of these are located close to Lucerne and are among our top recommendations for the best day trips from Lucerne .
  • Up to 50% discount on mountain excursions all over Switzerland. So you get a big discount on the majority of the cable cars, mountain trains, funiculars, etc. There are also discounts on certain lake cruises and similar.

Below, you can find a bit more info about what is not included with the Swiss Pass (but where you get a discount).

Stoos funicular in Switzerland

What is not included (but gives you a discount)

Because I get this question almost daily, here is once again an explanation of what IS NOT INCLUDED with the Swiss Travel Pass.

Mountain excursions are not included with the Swiss Travel Pass (with the exception of Mt Rigi, Stanserhorn, and Stoos as mentioned above), but you do get a discount on most of them. Under ‘mountain excursions’ they mean cable cars, gondolas, funiculars, cogwheel trains, trains to the mountain peaks, etc.

Here are a few examples of the most popular mountain excursions that our readers ask about and where the Swiss Pass does not include free travel, but gives you a discount:

  • Grindelwald-First cable car – 50% discount.
  • Mt Pilatus cable car and/or cogwheel train – 50% discount.
  • Mt Titlis gondolas – 50% discount.
  • Schynige Platte railway – 50% discount.
  • Oeschinensee cable car – 50% discount.
  • Gornergrat railway and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise gondolas – 50% discount.
  • Jungfraujoch – about 25% discount. Or about 40% if you only go to Kleine Scheidegg.

There are many other destinations in the Swiss Alps where you get similar discounts with the Swiss Travel Pass.

Also, most lake sightseeing cruises are not included, whereas regular, scheduled passenger ferries are included with the Swiss Travel Pass. So if you are taking a ferry that stops in various places, your pass will be valid, but if you want to take a scenic cruise on e.g. Lake Geneva or Lake Lucerne, you’ll have to pay for it.

Mt Titlis rotating gondola in Switzerland

Is the Swiss Travel Pass worth it?

One of the most frequently asked questions by our readers is whether it’s worth getting the Swiss Travel Pass. My answer is always the same – it depends. Here are a few examples:

If you are traveling around Switzerland for a longer time (6-10 days or more) and plan on visiting many different areas all over the country using public transportation, then the Swiss Travel Pass is definitely worth it. The pass gives even better value if you are traveling with children.

If, however, you are only coming for a few days, renting a car, and/or planning on staying in one region in the mountains (where this pass only gives you a discount and not free travel), then it’s usually not worth it. In that case, look for a regional card of the area that you are visiting.

Most likely, your trip includes a mix of destinations that you only visit for a day as well as others where you stay for several days. In that case, you can look up the prices of all the mountain excursions that you are planning to do, see how big the discount is with the Swiss Travel Pass, add the price of the pass itself, and then compare that versus the prices of individual tickets of all the transportation and places you plan to visit. (Good luck with the math! It’s doable, but you’ll need a lot of time and patience).

In most cases, the Swiss Travel Pass is worth it, especially if you are traveling for at least 6-8 days and are visiting multiple destinations in Switzerland. Plus, it saves you lots of time, research, and math. Another advantage is that you can just take the next suitable train, boat, etc. without having to waste time looking for tickets.

Furthermore, you can always opt for a Swiss Pass Flex that you only use on travel-intensive days. And then get a regional card to use on the other days, when you are staying in one area. The longer you stay in one place (typically, 3-4 days or longer), the better value you get with the regional cards.

A goat at Oeschinensee in Switzerland

Where can you buy the Swiss Travel Pass?

You can buy the Swiss Travel Pass online, at every major railway station in Switzerland (including Zurich or Geneva airports), and also at some tourist offices in the main cities.

We recommend getting it online in advance as it will save you time and stress (you’ll have enough to think about upon arrival as it is).

You can get the Swiss Pass on the official SBB website , but also via various online retailers, such as our GetYourGuide as mentioned before (our personal favorite one-stop shop for all tickets). The price is normally exactly the same everywhere and you get the same discounts for kids, etc.

At the moment of writing, GetYourGuide allows you to cancel for free up to 3 days in advance (and it’s really easy to cancel or amend your tickets). You can buy a regular Swiss Travel Pass here and a Swiss Travel Pass Flex – here .

In any case, it’s best to buy your tickets at least a few days before your trip. When you purchase a pass, you will receive detailed instructions on how to use it (or how to activate the individual travel dates if you opt for the Flexi Pass).

Mountain train near Wengen in Switzerland

So, this is our guide to the Swiss Travel Pass. I hope that it answers all your questions and helps you decide whether it’s worth it for your trip.

TIP: If you are planning your itinerary in Switzerland, check out our Switzerland travel page . It contains an overview of all our travel guides for a wide variety of destinations all over the country. We live in Belgium and Switzerland is just a half-day drive from home. So we visit Switzerland at least a few times a year – in summer as well as in winter. On our blog, you’ll find many detailed guides for all of our favorite places.

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Sunday 28th of April 2024

Hi, what's the difference between second class and first class and which do you recommend?

Monday 29th of April 2024

Hi Lan, there are a few benefits in the 1st class vs. 2nd. You have more space and more comfortable, adjustable seats on the train. First-class passengers can also sit on a higher deck on most boat trips. Some trains also have 'quiet zones' in the 1st class, but that's more interesting for business travelers who want to work during their journey. Hope this helps.

Saturday 30th of March 2024

Hi Jurga My wife and I will be traveling to Swizerland and planning to go thru several places from Zurich to Lucerne - Interlaken -Lauterbrunnen-Murren-Wengen-Gimmewald-Gridelwald and train to Milan.

Is the Swiss Pass a good option getting around for 10 days?

Thursday 4th of April 2024

@Jurga, Jurga, thank you very much for your response.

One more question: I read that the Bernese Oberalnd Pass better to use in my situation. What do you recommend between the two? Thank you.

Hi Robert, yes, if you are staying for 10 days and plan on using public transportation daily, a Swiss Pass definitely a good idea.

Sunday 24th of March 2024

Thanks. Good information. One question: If I buy a flex pass for, say, 6 days, but will be in Switzerland for 9 days and 8 nights, is the pass good for local busses, say in Bern or Zurich, on days I am not traveling between regions, without it counting as a full day of use?

Monday 25th of March 2024

@Jurga, thanks for the helpful answer. We'll buy two 8 day passes. Only 20 Francs more than the 6 day flex pass. Cheers!

Hi Bruce, I'm afraid that any use will count for that day (also museums, buses, etc.). With the flex pass, you will have to activate the dates on which you are using it online (you'll get the instructions when you get the pass) and if someone checks it on the day you didn't activate it for, you may get a fine. It might be simpler/cheaper to buy a local ticket if you need it for just one or two short rides on those days and keep your Swiss Pass for the days when you embark on the much more expensive journeys.

Sunday 3rd of March 2024

Thank you Jurga, for your Travel Pass explained, you saved my sanity! The official sites are good but not usually for a first-time visitor. Like how you explained one should board the N1 trolley and not the bus from Lucerne railway station to get to Kriens. Additionally, your guides to Lucerne and the various day trips from the picturesque city are very insightful. I am now confident with my decision to take the acclaim Swiss public transportation from Geneva to Lucerne in the spring for a girls' trip. Fingers crossed ;)

Monday 4th of March 2024

Glad to help, Jacqi. Have a great time in Switzerland!

John Altshuler

Tuesday 27th of February 2024

Most helpful discussion of the various Swiss passes I've seen so far.

Wednesday 28th of February 2024

Glad to help, John. Have a great time in Switzerland!

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Swiss Travel Pass Flex

Without limits: Travelling through Switzerland by train, bus and boat – and maximum flexibility to boot. The Swiss Travel Pass Flex is the perfect ticket for quick deciders. It is valid on 3, 4, 6, 8, or 15 freely selectable days within one month, thus combining scope and services of the Swiss Travel Pass with the advantage of increased flexibility.

On validated travel days:

  • Unlimited travel by train, bus and boat.  View area of validity
  • Unlimited travel on premium panoramic trains (seat reservation fees and/or surcharges apply).
  • Unlimited use of public transport in more than 90 towns and cities.
  • Free admission to more than  500 museums .
  • Mountain excursions included:  Rigi ,  Stanserhorn  and  Stoos
  • Up to 50% discount on many other mountain excursions.
  • Up to 30% discount on SBB RailAway offers. Available at all ticket counters within Switzerland.
  • Children from their 6th up to their 16th birthday accompanied by at least one parent (holding a Swiss Travel System ticket) travel free of charge with the complimentary  Swiss Family Card .
  • Children under 6 years of age who are accompanied by a holder of a valid Swiss Travel System ticket travel free of charge.
  • The Swiss Travel Pass is available as e-ticket.

Information

  • A seat reservation and/or supplement is required to travel on some trains/buses/boats such as Glacier Express, Bernina Express, Gotthard Panorama Express and Palm Express.
  • Swiss Travel System tickets are available to persons with residence outside Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein
  • In Switzerland, fares apply in Swiss Francs as detailed in the chart. (In case of cash payment in EUR, USD or GBP: current exchange rates apply.)

General provisions and legal information

Price – Adult

Non-consecutive days can be selected individually.

Validity: 01 Jan 2024 – 31 Dec 2024

Price – Youth

Non-consecutive days can be selected individually. Valid for young travellers up to their 25th birthday (30% discount).

Swiss Family Card

With the Swiss Family Card , children from their 6th up to their 16th birthday travel free of charge.

On request, a Swiss Family Card is provided free of charge, entitling children from their 6th up to their 16th birthday to travel free if accompanied by at least one paying parent.

Bonus Benefits with the Swiss Travel Pass

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How To Use The Swiss Travel Pass

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If you have purchased a Swiss Travel Pass , you might be wondering how it works. There is a lot of confusion out there about how the Swiss Travel Pass is delivered, what you need to show to the ticket inspector and a whole lot more.

Luckily, it is actually not as complicated as it might seem, so let’s take a quick look at how the Swiss Travel Pass works as well as the most frequently asked questions and answer them so you can get on with planning or enjoying your trip!

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Using the Swiss Travel Pass

If you have purchased the regular Swiss Travel Pass (not the Flex option) then you will receive your pass via email with a QR code on it. The Flex version is a different kettle of fish, so I will write another post on that.

Keep a copy of the Swiss Travel Pass you receive handy for when you travel

  • Print a copy of your Swiss Travel Pass
  • Place a copy of the PDF Swiss Travel Pass in your phone wallet
  • Or simply use the copy of the Swiss Travel Pass you received in your email

Ticket Inspection on Public Transport

If you are asked to show a ticket just present any version of your Swiss Travel Pass to the ticket inspector. You should also have some identification ready. It is recommended to always have your passport with you.

Using Your Swiss Travel Pass For Discounts

You get a lot of discounts with the Swiss Travel Pass including entry or discounted entry to a huge range of museums and attractions. You can also use it for free on some gondolas and cogwheel railways (Rigi, Stanserhorn).

In order to take advantage of these offers, all you need to do is show your Swiss Travel Pass when you buy a ticket at these attractions . Even for the mountain railways and gondolas, it pays to check with the ticket office if you need a ticket (even if it is free).

Activating Your Swiss Travel Pass (Pass Validity)

You do not need to activate the standard Swiss Travel Pass .

It is valid from the date you chose when you purchase for the length of that validity period you paid for.

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How to Use Swiss Trains and the Swiss Travel Pass

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Switzerland's rail system is among the most modern and efficient in Europe. It includes commuter trains, long-distance routes connecting Swiss cities and connecting Switzerland to the rest of Europe, and smaller trains that stop at quaint towns and villages. It also includes scenic trains that pass through stunning landscapes and mountain ranges, as well as cogwheel trains and funiculars that connect to high-altitude mountain towns. The broader Swiss public transport system is also comprised of buses, boats, and even some ski gondolas and cable cars.

Visitors to Switzerland who don't wish to rent a car will find that the Swiss travel system can take them just about anywhere in the country they want to go. We'll allow, however, that the system for planning and booking travel is not the most intuitive for first-time users—there's an extensive range of choices for tickets and travel passes, plus more than one site for purchasing. We'll help you make sense of it below.

Read on for a guide to using Swiss trains and other forms of transportation, plus information on whether the Swiss Travel Pass is the right deal for your journey to Switzerland.

Taking the Train in Switzerland

If you are only taking a few train trips in Switzerland, you can most likely get by with point-to-point tickets, as opposed to a travel pass. To buy these, you'll use the Swiss Federal Railways (abbreviated SBB) website. SBB runs regional (R, RE, and IR) trains throughout the country, as well as S-Bahn commuter trains and IC and ICN intercity trains. Regional trains are slower but stop at all or most stations, regardless of size. S-Bahn commuter trains offer frequent service between cities and their suburbs and may connect cities that are in relative proximity. Fast intercity trains stop at major towns but do not serve smaller municipalities.

Purchasing Tickets

The SBB website sells one-way or round-trip tickets between Swiss cities, as well as the City Ticket, which includes travel to a city—Bern, for example—plus a one-day travel pass for public transportation in that city. To use the site for a single trip, follow these steps:

  • Select a point-to-point ticket. Insert your point-to-point destinations, and select a date of travel up to two months in advance.
  • Select your preferred train time/route and enter passenger information. Options will appear, including the City Ticket and upgrades to First Class. On shorter train rides, you probably don't need to spend the extra money—30 percent or more—for the First Class coach, as Second Class on Swiss trains is comfortable and clean. First Class seats are larger and farther apart from one another, and the coaches are usually less crowded, which may be preferable on a longer trip. Note that when SBB initially calculates a fare, it does so with the assumption that you have the half-fare Travelcard, a discount card that must be purchased. Since you probably won't be traveling with this card (see more below), you have to select "No discount" in the discount cards field—and your ticket price will double as a result.
  • Complete your purchase with a credit card. You will be issued a voucher, which you can either print out or keep on your handheld device.
  • Persons with disabilities can, when searching for tickets, select "Barrier-free travel" from the pull-down menu labeled "Standard view" to see only trains that have wheelchair accessible carriages.
  • Supersaver tickets are available on select routes and times and can offer discounts of up to 70 percent.
  • Kids travel free. Children up to 16 years of age travel free with a parent, so long as that parent has a valid ticket. But you must pick up a Swiss Family Card before traveling—it's available at every station or point of sale.

If you've purchased your tickets online, you will not have a seat reservation, which is generally not required on domestic Swiss trains. Simply climb aboard a first- or second-class carriage, depending on your ticket class, and find a seat. Once the train is underway, a conductor will come by and scan your ticket. A digital sign inside each coach shows the next station, so you should have plenty of time to gather luggage and exit the train when it stops.

Each train seat or group of seats is fitted with an electrical outlet and may have a USB charger. Intercity trains may have restaurants with tableside service, or bars offering drinks and light snacks, including hot items. Long-distance intercity trains have a family coach as the first or last car—it's a kid-friendly coach with games and a soft play area.

If you prefer to purchase tickets in-person or on the same day of travel, you can do so at the SBB counter or office in any Swiss train station. For a surcharge, you can also reserve seats when you purchase, which is not possible online. Alternatively, if you can proceed without human assistance, you can buy tickets from SBB machines in all stations.

Other Forms of Transportation

Small towns and mountain locations not served by trains are connected with a series of cogwheel trains, funiculars, and cablecars, as well as buses run by PostBus, a subsidiary of Swiss Post. Across Switzerland's many lakes, tour boats and ferries carry leisure and commuter passengers. There are also a handful of famous scenic train rides in Switzerland which require special tickets and reserved seats.

  • Boat service on Swiss lakes is usually administered locally or regionally around the lake. In Zurich, for example, boat travel can be purchased from ZVV, the Zurich Transportation Network , which runs the city's buses, trams, trains, and boat services.
  • Cogwheel trains, funiculars, and cablecars are either run by the local/regional authority or by private entities—the latter, especially when they connect to ski resorts.
  • The Bernina Express and Glacier Express scenic mountain trains are run by the Rhaetian Railway service, but can also be purchased through the SBB website. Tickets for the Golden Pass train between Montreux and Lucerne can be bought on the Golden Pass website .
  • Bus tickets for buses run by PostBus can be purchased through the SBB site, which will automatically suggest bus travel when train travel is not available.

Swiss Travel Pass: What's Included & How Much It Costs

If you are planning to do a lot of traveling within Switzerland and want to try out its many forms of transportation, the Swiss Travel Pass may be worth the investment. The pass is available only to visitors from outside Switzerland and includes free travel on almost the entire network of trains, boats, cogwheels, funiculars, and more. Those not free with the pass are deeply discounted. The pass also includes free public transportation in more than 90 Swiss cities and towns and free admission to more than 500 museums across the country.

Swiss Travel Passes also allow for free travel for children, but as with regular rail passes, families need to pick up the Swiss Family Card before they initiate travel. The pass, while expensive, simplifies the travel process for visitors. If you prefer not to travel over three, four, eight, or 15 consecutive days, the Flex Pass allows for a set number of days of travel within 30 days and is well-suited to those planning a more extended stay in Switzerland.

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How to Buy, Activate and Use the Swiss Travel Pass

The Swiss Travel Pass is an all-in-one transport pass that makes it easier and more affordable to travel around Switzerland, where the public transport system is renowned for its efficiency. 

Also sometimes referred to as the Swisspass, Swiss Train Pass or Swiss Pass, the pass is valid for various durations.

It even gives holders access to discounted travel on many mountain railways and cable cars as well as trains, buses and boats. 

Now you have decided to purchase the Swiss Travel Pass, where do you buy it? When and how can you activate it? And how do you actually use the Swiss Travel Pass? 

In this guide we cover everything you need to know before setting off on your travels around the incredible country of Switzerland. 

From how to buy the Swiss Travel Pass and whether or not your type of pass needs activating to how to use your pass on the go, this article covers it all. 

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Where to buy the Swiss Travel Pass

Let’s get started by taking a look at where you should buy your pass. 

First, you need to decide whether to purchase a regular Swiss Travel Pass (for travel on consecutive days) or a Swiss Travel Pass Flex. The differences are explained in > this article.

Then it’s super simple to purchase a Swiss Travel Pass. I recommend you buy the pass via GetYour Guide , an authorised reseller of Swiss Travel System.

What’s great about using GetYourGuide is that they offer full refunds on many products, including the Swiss Travel Pass, if you cancel up to 24 hours before use. 

Consecutive Day Swiss Travel Pass Prices

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How to buy your Swiss Travel Pass step-by-step

The GetYourGuide site is also really user-friendly. After clicking the link to purchase your pass ( this link for the consecutive day pass and this link for the Flex pass ), the first step is to choose how many adults, youths (aged 16 to 25) and children (aged 6 to 15) are travelling. 

This can be done directly beneath ‘About this activity’. Kids aged 5 or under don’t need a ticket or a pass, as they travel for free.

Instructions for purchasing a Swiss Travel Pass online

Next, select the start date you want: you can skip through months here by clicking the arrow on the top right.

Then, when you have selected the date you will first use your pass, click on ‘Check availability’. 

Instructions for purchasing a Swiss Travel Pass online

Now you can choose the pass you’d like to buy.

Instructions for purchasing a Swiss Travel Pass online

Add the pass you want to your cart. 

Instructions for purchasing a Swiss Travel Pass online

📍 I recommend double checking at this point that you have selected the right class of travel and duration. 

Then click ‘Checkout’. 

Next it’s just a case of adding your billing details as with any online purchase. 

You’ll also be asked to complete the full names and dates of birth for each traveller. Make sure these match your passports exactly to prevent any problems later on. 

Instructions for purchasing a Swiss Travel Pass online

How you’ll get your Swiss Travel Pass

Once you have made your purchase, when and how is your pass delivered? 

The Swiss Travel Pass (for travel on consecutive days) will be emailed to the address you provided in the booking process, and will come in the form of a PDF attachment which can be downloaded to your mobile device.

Example of a Swiss Travel Pass in PDF format.

I highly recommend printing a paper copy of this as a back-up, though you can simply present the mobile version when using transport in Switzerland. 

While both paper and digital versions of the pass are accepted, your phone could suddenly run out of battery and then you’d have no way of proving you have a pass! 

You should also carry your passport or another form of photo ID each time you travel. 

> Click here to buy your Swiss Travel Pass

How you’ll get your Swiss Travel Pass Flex

If you purchase a Swiss Travel Pass Flex, you will receive a purchase receipt and a voucher by email.

The voucher is NOT valid for travel.

Each day you wish you travel you should activate your pass (see the instructions below). By doing this, you will receive a valid ticket for travel on that date.

Example of Swiss Travel Pass Flex purchase receipt.

> Click here to buy your Swiss Travel Pass Flex.

When and how to activate the Swiss Travel Pass

There is often confusion about whether or not a Swiss Travel Pass has to be activated. The answer varies according to the type of pass you’ve bought so follow the instructions below to learn how to activate your Swiss Travel Pass.

Activating your Swiss Travel Pass (consecutive days)

The regular, consecutive days Swiss Travel Pass does not need to be activated. All you need to do is show it to the ticket inspector when requested.

Activating your Swiss Travel Pass Flex

The Swiss Travel Pass Flex, however, must be activated in advance and before each day that you use the pass. You can do this via Activate Your Pass here .

Screenshot of ActiveMyPass website

Your pass should be activated before your first trip, and you’ll need to enter your reference number as well as your full name and date of birth. 

For every travel date you activate, a valid ticket will be generated. This e-ticket can then be seen at activateyourpass.com . You can show this e-ticket to the ticket inspector on your phone or tablet, or use a printed copy. 

What if your plans change along the way? 

If you have already activated a travel date that you want to change, the Swiss Travel Pass allows you to change these as much as you want to until the start of each validity period.

The validity period commences at 23:59. Once the clock hits midnight, you can no longer change or deactivate this particular ticket. 

For example, if you have activated your Swiss Travel Pass Flex to be used on 17 July and you no longer wish to use your pass that day, you can change the date of travel until 23:59 on 16 July.

Interior of a 1st class Belle Epoque carriage on the GoldenPass Line.

How to use the Swiss Travel Pass

So now let’s cover how to use the Swiss Travel Pass Flex or consecutive-days pass. 

When travelling with a Swiss Travel Pass – either consecutive days or Flex, you simply board the train and sit wherever you wish in the correct carriage for your class of travel. 

The only exception to this is when travelling on the Bernina Express or Glacier Express, which we cover below.

When requested by the ticket inspector, simply present your Swiss Travel Pass.  You may also be asked to present some photo ID, such as your passport to verify that you are the pass holder.

Beautiful view from train window in Switzerland

Using the Swiss Travel Pass on panoramic trains

The Bernina Express and Glacier Express , two of Switzerland’s most famous premium panoramic trains, are the only Swiss trains on which reserving a seat is compulsory.

The actual ticket price of the journey on these trains is covered by the Swiss Travel Pass but seat reservation fees are compulsory and should be purchased online well in advance of your travel date.

Seat reservations for the Bernina Express can be purchased here and Glacier Express seat reservations can be purchased here .

On all other panoramic trains* – Luzern – Interlaken Express, GoldenPass Line and Gotthard Panorama Express – seat reservations are not required. Simply board the train and sit anywhere in the correct carriage for your class of your travel.

*Note that the Gotthard Panorama Express only offers 1st class train travel. If you hold a 2nd class Swiss Travel Pass or Swiss Travel Pass Flex you must pay a class upgrade for this journey.

Additionally there is a compulsory supplement of CHF 16 for each passenger that travels on the Gotthard Panorama Express. > Purchase class upgrades and the compulsory supplement here .

Bernina Express with Morterasch Glacier in the background

Using the Swiss Travel Pass on buses, boats and mountain transport

Don’t forget that Swiss Travel Pass holders can also use boats, buses and some mountain transport services. Even when this isn’t the case, you may qualify for a generous discount as a pass holder. 

When boarding boats and buses, simply show your Swiss Travel Pass when you enter.  For free (where applicable) or discounted travel on cable cars, funiculars and mountain railways, present your pass at the ticket counter.

Selected museums also allow pass holders to enter for free. Just show your Pass at the ticket counter.

A ticket inspector checking tickets on a Lake Lucerne boat cruise.

Travelling beyond the Swiss border with a Swiss Travel Pass

When travelling to an area beyond that covered by the pass – such as into another country – you’ll need to buy a ticket for that sector. This will apply, for example, to journeys into France, Italy, Germany or Austria. 

International tickets are generally not available for purchase on the Swiss Railways website or app so we recommend buying them from the railway of the country concerned.

The Swiss Travel Pass covers travel as far as the major rail border points of Basel and Le Chatelard-Frontiere on the French border, Chiasso on the Italian border, Konstanz on the border with Germany and St. Margrethen on the Austrian border.

Some postal bus services within Liechtenstein and Austria are also covered by the Swiss Travel Pass.

You can view a map of the Area of Validity of the Swiss Travel Pass > here .

The SwissPass app 

Is there a Swiss Travel Pass app? No, there isn’t.  

Many travellers notice a reference to the SwissPass on the SBB Mobile app however this refers to a digital travel account for residents only. 

A SwissPass account is for Swiss citizens only, not tourists, and is a separate product that uses a chip and pin card.

The Swiss Travel Pass doesn’t have to be added to an app. All you need is to be able to show the ticket inspector a paper or digital copy, and photo ID if requested.

The excellent SBB Mobile app ( which we explain here ) can be used for checking timetables but it is not necessary (or possible) to connect your Swiss Travel Pass to the app.

Another app that is useful is the Swiss Travel Guide app which has an integrated map and timetable and points out more than 500 Swiss highlights.

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Buying, activating and using the Swiss Travel Pass summary

The Swiss Travel Pass allows you to use the clean, fast and efficient public transport system in Switzerland. It can be used on trams, buses and boats as well as trains, and can save you a lot of time and money. Exclusive free entry to museums and generous discounts can also apply. 

Buying your pass is easy, and purchasing it through our preferred supplier means you won’t even lose money if your plans change, as long as you cancel 24 hours before the start date. 

Only the Swiss Travel Pass Flex requires activation, which is easy to do via this link . 

Once you have your chosen pass, I recommend taking a paper copy as well as the digital version as back-up. Also carry your passport or other photo ID in case it’s requested. 

Unless you want to travel on the popular scenic Swiss train routes, seat reservations are not normally required. 

Wherever your Swiss Travel Pass takes you, I’m sure you’ll fall in love with beautiful Switzerland and will want to return time and time again!

Interior of a 1st class carriage on the Matterhorn Gotthard Railway

How to Buy, Activate and Use the Swiss Travel Pass – Summary

Now that you have read this guide, you can confidently buy, activate (if necessary) and use your Swiss Travel Pass.

This all-in-one transport pass is the perfect hop on hop off ticket for travelling in Switzerland.

🇹🇭 Ready to buy yours? > Click here to buy the Swiss Travel Pass and > Click here to buy the Swiss Travel Pass Flex .

If you’re still unsure whether the pass is the best value for your trip, we answer the question Is the Swiss Travel Pass worth it? here .

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What is the Swiss Travel Pass Flex?

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The Swiss Travel Pass Flex is valid for 3, 4, 8 or 15 days of your choosing in 1st or 2nd class within one month. On listed travel days, pass holders are entitled to all of the same additional benefits as the Swiss Travel Pass. Please note however, that on the days between specified travel days, additional benefits, such as 50% discounts and museum entries, are not valid.

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Swiss travel pass in Italy?

I plan to use my Swiss travel pass to take the Bernina express toward the end of my trip and spend a couple of days at Lago Maggiore and probably stay in Stressa. Then fly out of Milan. How far will my pass get me? Is it good on the boat from Locarno to Stressa? Or the train? Also where would you prefer to spend a couple of nights? Locarno or Lugano? We are both in our 70s , like walks but not hikes. Thanks

The Swiss Travel Pass is valid only from Tirano, Italy in the direction of Switzerland. It is also valid from Locarno to Domodossola, Italy, and from Domodossola in the direction of Switzerland. It is only valid on Maggiore lake boats on the portions of the lake in Switzerland. Full map of validity is at https://cdn-doc.myswissalps.com/docs/default-source/rail-network-maps/swisstravelsystem.pdf?sfvrsn=7788603a_36

The Swiss Travel Pass map shows the pass works as far as Tirano. It won't get you all the way to Stresa, but fares on Italian regional trains and buses are very low, so it's just a matter of buying inexpensive tickets to cover the trips within Italy. I don't know whether there's a lake boat going all the way from Locarno to Stresa. There may be, but it seems as if that would be a long ride. I rather think there are Swiss boats serving the Swiss part of the lake and going as far south as Brissago and Italian boats working in the southern portion. However, there's a very worthwhile rail option; see below.

I have stayed in Lugano two or three times but have only passed through Locarno. All my visits were more than 20 years ago, but at that time I preferred the liveliness of Lugano. Locarno felt more like a staid, old-line resort town. However, there are a couple of really great day-trips from Locarno. They're manageable even if you're staying in Lugano, but they'd be more convenient from a base in Locarno. I am speaking of the Centovalli rail trip between Locarno and Domodossola, Italy, and the Postbus run up the Valle Verzasca in Switzerland. Both trips are covered by the Swiss Travel Pass.

I see there's an Italian rail link between Domodossola and Stresa, so you could take the very scenic Centovalli train (free with the STP) as far as Domodossola, then pick up a cheap Italian train for the rest of the trip. Italian rail schedules can be found at https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html . The Domodossola-Stresa trip takes about half an hour, and the service is fairly frequent, at least on weekdays; I didn't look at the weekend days.

The Centovalli schedule can be found on the Swiss SBB website: https://www.sbb.ch/en/home.html . There are six direct trains each weekday taking about 2 hours. Again, I didn't look at the schedules for Saturday and Sunday.

My daughter is currently attending university in Lugano. We were just there for a month and did not run out of things to do, places to walk, boat trips to take. I can't comment on Locarno because we never made it over there. We did take day trips out of Lugano; we liked Bellinzona and Como a lot.

I've been to Lake Maggiore several times, including Stresa, and enjoyed it quite a bit. Sounds like a great plan.

Wow!! What a wonderful map. Thank you so much for enlightening me. You guys are so full of wonderful information to help me research. I'm sure ill have many more questions. Trying to figure out my route and how many days to spend where. Trying to run out my 15 days in Switzerland and end up in Italy without adding too much more transportation money. Again, thanks so much

Italian Regional trains are very inexpensive, especially compared to Swiss trains. Tirano to Milano Centrale is only 11.50 EUR and there is a train just about every hour and it takes 2 1/2 hours running along the length of the east shore of Lake Como.

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How to Use the Swiss Travel Pass on the Bernina Express in 2024

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The Bernina Express is a bucket list train journey covered by the Swiss Travel Pass.

Imagine sitting comfortably on this panoramic train, steadily climbing towards the highest point across stunning viaducts. In your hands is the Swiss Travel Pass, your best travel companion on the Bernina Express.

The fabulous Bernina Express train journey is included in the Swiss Travel Pass . This means that you will not have to buy a separate ticket as long as you hold a valid pass.

In this informative overview, we'll guide you through the ins and outs of using the Swiss Travel Pass on the Bernina Express. Whether you want to know how to maximize your pass's value, understand the routes and schedules, download a Bernina Express map, or uncover hidden gems, we've got you covered.

Understanding the Bernina Express

The Bernina Express holds a special place in our hearts among the premium panoramic trains of Switzerland. We have dedicated an ultimate guide to the Bernina Express that goes into great depth about every aspect.

Here’s a snapshot to get you up to speed. The Bernina Express is a roughly 4-hour, 20-minute scenic train journey from eastern Switzerland to Italy. The narrow gauge train shares the route between Chur and Samedan with its sister train, the Glacier Express. One of the highlights is the crossing of the Landwasser Viaduct, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

South of Pontresina, the Bernina Express climbs 2253 meters above sea level at Ospizio Bernina, then descends through fir trees down to Tirano, Italy.

Bernina Express entering a tunnel

Traveling with the Swiss Travel Pass on the Bernina Express

If you have a Swiss Travel Pass, you're in luck! The pass covers the entire Bernina Express line from Switzerland to Italy.

There’s one caveat: the Swiss Travel Pass only provides free rides on the regularly scheduled regional trains. In other words, you can ride the same tracks as the Bernina Express while seated on a local train with locals and other tourists.

Insider tip: to upgrade your experience on a local train, locate an unreserved seat in one of the first-class compartments at either end of the train.

The Allegra engines hauling the Bernina Express each have modern first-class sections with unreserved seats. These iconic red engines are indicated by a yellow stripe, offering first-class seating on a first-come-first-served basis.

This comes in handy during off-peak travel periods. But we highly recommend reserving a seat during most times of the year. The Bernina Express is very popular among Swiss locals, who often do not reserve seats.

So, to fully enjoy the panoramic windows and amenities of the Bernina Express train, you'll need to purchase a seat reservation. While seat reservations incur a fee, this is the most hassle-free way to use the Swiss Travel Pass on the Bernina Express.

Buy a Swiss Travel Pass at RailEurope

Purchase the Swiss Travel Pass online at the most reputable vendor starting at CHF 244. You will receive an immediate email confirmation with a PDF ticket.

Riding the Bernina Express with the Swiss Travel Pass

When embarking on a memorable trip on the Bernina Express, careful planning is essential to make the most of this scenic train journey. Here is a step-by-step instruction to help you plan your trip:

1. Check the Bernina Express Route

Familiarize yourself with the Bernina Express route to understand the different landscapes and iconic landmarks you will encounter. From Swiss farmland to raging rivers and high-alpine peaks to charming Engadine villages, the journey promises captivating views at every turn.

2. Bernina Express First Class vs. Second Class Seats

The Bernina Express offers first and second-class compartments. First class provides a more luxurious experience with fewer seats and extra legroom. The second class still offers comfortable seating, yet less space and a more affordable price.

In short, the key difference between first and second-class cars on trains is the seating layout:

  • First-class seats are arranged 2 plus 1 across the car width. Tables for two are located on either side of the aisle.
  • Second-class seats are arranged 2 plus 2 across the car width. Tables for two on either side of the aisle are shared among four passengers. 

Bernina Express First-Class Seat Chart

3. Choosing a Seat with the Best Views

You can sit wherever you like on the Bernina Express, but the best views are on the right-hand side of the train going south and the left-hand side going north. The most spectacular views include the Brusio Spiral, the Ospizio Bernina area, and the Landwasser Viaduct.

Swiss Travel Pass Bernina Express Crossing Landwasser Viaduct in Winter

And if you're lucky and find a seat in the very front of an Allegra engine, the driver might leave their blinds up to reveal an amazing POV across their shoulder. Alternate windows open wide for fresh air and reflection-free photography. For this reason, many travelers actually prefer the Allegra to the panoramic cars.

4. Make a Bernina Express Seat Reservation

To secure a guaranteed spot on the panoramic carriages of the Bernina Express, we highly recommend making a seat reservation in advance. This is especially true during peak travel seasons when the train line can get crowded.

Although the Swiss Travel Pass covers your train fare, a separate reservation fee is required to secure your seat. Given the popularity of the Bernina Express, we recommend making your seat reservation as early as possible, especially during peak travel seasons.

  • Be sure to have your travel dates, class, and preferred seating options ready when making the reservation. The Bernina Express operates daily.
  • Head to the official Bernina Express website to reserve a seat. Click through the ordering process and select your desired seat - just like when buying an airplane ticket.
  • At the end, where you enter the passengers, select “Swiss Travel Pass” as the “Reduction.” This will effectively remove the train fare. You will only pay the CHF 36.00 reservation fee.
  • Once complete, you will receive a “print at home” QR code.

Seat reservations on the Bernina Express are available 365 days before the travel date. Children under six who don't need their own seats pay no reservation fee. Children aged six to 16 must purchase a child ticket and pay for an adult reservation.

Remember that seat reservations are subject to availability, so we advise booking as early as possible, especially during peak travel seasons. And note our advice on how to ride in modern first-class seats without a seat reservation.

5. Plan Connecting Trains

The Bernina Express journey from Chur to Tirano takes approximately 4 hours 20 minutes. On the day of your journey, arrive at the designated train station early to allow enough time for checking in.

If you are planning to continue your trip to Milan or other parts of Switzerland, it's essential to familiarize yourself with train connections.

And finally, it is possible to hop off the Bernina Express anywhere it stops. You could visit the train museum in Bergün, stroll through St. Moritz, or see the Morteratsch Glacier. Once you get done exploring, you can easily continue on an hourly regional train to the final destination. That way, you can see places along the route but complete the entire Bernina Express.

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Are you ready to ride the Bernina Express?

The Swiss Travel Pass is the ultimate ticket to explore the captivating beauty of the Bernina Express train line. With its panoramic windows and breathtaking landscapes, this bucket list train adventure is truly an experience of a lifetime.

Remember, the Swiss Travel Pass covers the cost of the train ride, giving you the freedom to sit back, relax, and take in the awe-inspiring views without worrying about additional expenses. You must pay for the seat reservation or “hack” your Swiss Travel Pass by hopping on a local train without mandatory reservations…

Is the Swiss Travel Pass worth it in 2024?

Swiss travel pass faqs: helpful answers for 2024.

Yes, the Swiss Travel Pass includes rail travel on the Bernina Express between Chur and Tirano, Italy. There is no additional charge to ride this once-in-a-lifetime train line for holders of a Swiss Travel Pass. Learn more about the Swiss Travel Pass coverage .

The Swiss Travel Pass costs upwards of CHF 244 for adults as of 2024. This is the price for a 3-day pass in second class. The pass covers the Bernina Express train line. Read more about prices in our dedicated post .

The Swiss Travel Pass is a great way to explore Switzerland using the world-renowned public transportation system. The fact that not only regional trains are covered by the pass but also scenic panorama lines makes it an unbeatable access ticket. The Swiss Travel Pass entitles you to unlimited travel on Swiss public transport, including the Bernina Express train line. Read more about the many Swiss Travel Pass benefits .

The seat reservation fee is CHF 36.00 per person and leg as of 2024.

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    The Swiss Travel Pass Flex is valid for 3, 4, 8 or 15 days of your choosing in 1st or 2nd class within one month. On listed travel days, pass holders are entitled to all of the same additional benefits as the Swiss Travel Pass. Please note however, that on the days between specified travel days, additional benefits, such as 50% discounts and ...

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    Likewise, if you need a pass for 23 days, you can buy a 15-day and an 8-day Swiss Travel Pass of CHF 459 and CHF 419 each. The cost per travel day is CHF 38.17. If you don't need to travel every single day, the 15-day Swiss Travel Pass Flex of CHF 479 allows you to travel for 15 days within one month.

  3. Can I extend my 8-day Swiss Travel Pass?

    That could certainly be an option. Currently the Swiss Travel Pass (STP) is available for 3,4,6,8 and 15 consecutive days. So even if you want to cancel the 8-day STP, there is no option to get an 11-day pass. Using the Saver Day Pass could also be an option if you're thinking about extending your travel by a day or 2.

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    The Swiss Travel Pass has been developed for guests from abroad. It is available to persons permanently resident outside Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein. For online purchasing, purchase as a "guest". You do not need a login. To receive the Swiss Family Card directly, add the child as a passenger under 'Add passengers ...

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    As of January 1, 2024, the prices for the Swiss Travel Pass and Swiss Travel Pass Flex will increase an average of 5.9 percent compared to 2023. The prices for both passes will continue to be offered for 3, 4, 6, 8, and 15 days. Pass Type. Duration.

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    The Swiss Travel Pass is a ticket for international visitors that includes unlimited travel on public transportation in Switzerland for a selected number of days. You can buy this pass for 3, 4, 6, 8, or 15 days of travel. All the information is available on the official website of the Swiss Railways (SBB), but apparently, it's still too ...

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    All Swiss Travel Passes. This single ticket enables visitors to explore Switzerland from end to end by train, bus and boat on 3, 4, 6, 8 or 15 consecutive days. With the Swiss Travel Pass Youth, young people up to their 25th birthday travelling through Switzerland benefit from a 30% discount off the regular Swiss Travel Pass ticket fare.

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    For foreign guests, the all-in-one ticket Swiss Travel Pass is the key to Switzerland's public transport network. This single ticket enables visitors to explore Switzerland from end to end by train, bus and boat on 3, 4, 6, 8 or 15 consecutive days. With the Swiss Travel Pass Youth, young people up to their 25th birthday travelling through ...

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    The Swiss Travel Pass covers all travel on trains, buses and boats - and even premium panoramic trains such as the Glacier Express. In some panoramic trains, reservations are mandatory and must be booked separately. You can benefit from free admission into more than 500 museums, a 50% discount on most mountain railways and free travel by ...

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    Without limits: Travelling through Switzerland by train, bus and boat - and maximum flexibility to boot. The Swiss Travel Pass Flex is the perfect ticket for quick deciders. It is valid on 3, 4, 6, 8, or 15 freely selectable days within one month, thus combining scope and services of the Swiss Travel Pass with the advantage of increased flexibility.

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    Note that all Swiss pass products are now pre-validated for a specific travel window (one month in the case of the flexipass, or a specific number of travel days for a consecutive pass). If you want a consecutive-day pass, it is available to print at home. Both types are also sold in Swiss train stations, including Zurich airport. This topic ...

  13. How To Use The Swiss Travel Pass

    The Flex version is a different kettle of fish, so I will write another post on that. Keep a copy of the Swiss Travel Pass you receive handy for when you travel. Print a copy of your Swiss Travel Pass. Place a copy of the PDF Swiss Travel Pass in your phone wallet. Or simply use the copy of the Swiss Travel Pass you received in your email.

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    Select a point-to-point ticket. Insert your point-to-point destinations, and select a date of travel up to two months in advance. Select your preferred train time/route and enter passenger information. Options will appear, including the City Ticket and upgrades to First Class.

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    Then, when you have selected the date you will first use your pass, click on 'Check availability'. Now you can choose the pass you'd like to buy. Add the pass you want to your cart. 📍 I recommend double checking at this point that you have selected the right class of travel and duration. Then click 'Checkout'.

  16. The ultimate Swiss Travel Pass Flex overview

    The Swiss Travel Pass Flex was called "Swiss Flexi Pass" until 2014. Nowadays, the SwissPass is a digital product mainly used by Swiss residents, and it has nothing to do with your Swiss Travel Pass Flex. Find more details here. I recommend keeping things simple: buy your Swiss Travel Pass Flex from any of the websites listed on this page.

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    Go around the mountainside villages of Switzerland. Image credits: Jacques Bop on Unsplash. The Swiss Travel Pass is valid for 3 to 15 days of consecutive travel. You can also choose a Swiss Travel Pass Flexi, which is good for 3, 4, 8, or 15 days within a 30-day period. Have a Swiss-sational time exploring Switzerland.

  18. What is the Swiss Travel Pass Flex?

    The Swiss Travel Pass Flex is valid for 3, 4, 8 or 15 days of your choosing in 1st or 2nd class within one month. On listed travel days, pass holders are entitled to all of the same additional benefits as the Swiss Travel Pass. Please note however, that on the days between specified travel days, additional benefits, such as 50% discounts and museum entries, are not valid.

  19. How do I activate my Travel Pass Flex?

    - E-tickets can be shown to conductors as a printout or on mobile devices. - Travel dates that have already been activated can be deactivated/changed as many times as you like until the validity period starts at 11:59 p.m. - Activated tickets can no longer be deactivated/changed on the day of travel. Activate your pass here.

  20. Help with zone upgrades

    Select 'Extension ticket' or if available 'Extension Day Pass' or 'Extension multiple-journey ticket'. ... you want to travel from A to D. Your travelcard/ticket is valid, for example, up to and including zone 30. ... Here you can find answers to your questions about Regional Travelcards: on purchase, renewal, refunds and much more. ...

  21. How do I go about cancelling my travel plans? Will my Swiss Travel Pass

    Travel passes are only refundable if returned to the issuing office before the first day of validity. A partial refund of a Swiss Travel Pass/Swiss Travel Pass Flex is only possible under the following circumstances: - in the event of illness or accident (on presentation of relevant supporting documentation)

  22. Swiss travel pass in Italy?

    Green Bay. 10/15/20 11:16 AM. 20094 posts. The Swiss Travel Pass is valid only from Tirano, Italy in the direction of Switzerland. It is also valid from Locarno to Domodossola, Italy, and from Domodossola in the direction of Switzerland. It is only valid on Maggiore lake boats on the portions of the lake in Switzerland. Full map of validity is at.

  23. How to Use the Swiss Travel Pass on the Bernina Express

    Head to the official Bernina Express website to reserve a seat. Click through the ordering process and select your desired seat - just like when buying an airplane ticket. At the end, where you enter the passengers, select "Swiss Travel Pass" as the "Reduction.". This will effectively remove the train fare.