What is the Swiss Travel Pass?
The Swiss Travel Pass is valid on all Swiss National Railways (Swiss Federal Railways/CFF/FFS) high-speed trains, regional trains, and cruise, as well as BSG/BSB/CGN/LNM/SGV/URh/ZSGBLS and BLS cruise. It basically covers all the city public transportation you need to travel.
1,Free rides (seat reservations are required for some scenic trains):
- Train, bus, tram, cruise, subway
- Premium panoramic train (reservation required, seat reservation fee required)
- Scenic Route
- Water public transportation
- Public transportation in more than 90 towns
2,Attractions Discounts:
- Free mountain cable car/trains: Mount Rigi, Stanserhorn, Klewenalp, Stussberg
- Enjoy 50% off: Mount Pilatus, Mount Titlis, Harder Kulm Castle, Schilthorn, Gornergrat, and more
- Enjoy 25% off: Jungfraujoch
- Visit over 500 other museums: the Abbey Library in St. Gallen, the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, the Chillon Castle in Montreux, the Glacier Park in Lucerne, the Kunstmuseum in Basel, the National Museum in Zurich, and more
- Attraction discount list:
- User Manual (click to download):,,
Swiss Travel Pass seating, package and duration information:
1. seating type: first class and second class
2. package: Continuous vehicle type and Flexible vehicle type
3. duration: 3rd, 4th, 6th, 8th and 15th
4. Validity period for continuous vehicle type: N consecutive days of use
Validity period of flexible vehicle type: Use on any N days within one month from the selected date of use (the specific date of use must be activated on the official website)
Seat Reservation:
Seat reservations are not required on most trains within Switzerland. Simply bring your QR code confirmation slip with you when boarding and choose your seat in your pass class. However, reservations are required for scenic trains such as the Bernina Express, Glacier Express, and Gotthard Panorama express.
Trains that require advance seat reservations are generally in high demand, especially during peak tourist peak season(especially July/August), so we recommend that you book as far in advance as possible.
Scenic trains included in the Swiss Travel Pass (seat reservation required):
- GoldenPass Express: Lucerne - Montreux (via Interlaken Ost - Zweisimmen)
-About: This scenic train connects central Switzerland with the Geneva River. From the historic city of Lucerne all the way to Montreux, watch towering mountains, lush valleys, and vast vineyards pass by. This is a must-see scenic train ride!
- Seat reservation fee (reference):
The Golden Pass Express is divided into three sections: Lucerne - Interlaken Express - Zweisimmen - Montreux, total journey time: 3h15m.
Lucerne-Interlaken express: No seat reservation required
Interlaken Express - Zweisimmen - Montreux: Seat reservations are not mandatory, but peak season peak season, it is recommended to make reservations on the official website. 20CHF/person
-Seats reservation website:
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As a special concession, passengers can travel in the locomotive carriage (VIP seating). You'll feel like you're driving the train. A limited quantity of seats are available. On the Montreux-Zweisimmen route, passengers can also travel on the "Classic Golden Pass Express," a renovated vintage Orient Express carriage.
We also provide panoramic bus and catering services:
- Lucerne-Interlaken Ost: 1st-class panoramic carriage - dining car
- Interlaken Ost - Zweisimmen: 1st class in a living room-style luxury carriage and the Golden Pass Express Lounge - on-board bar service
- Zweisimmen-Montreux: Panoramic carriages for 1st and 2nd class, VIP "grand vue" front seats - Bar service on board
Please note that if you wish to travel the entire Golden Pass Express route, you must book all trains separately. You can make reservations on the Golden Pass Express website. You can also travel on only part of the route; in this case, you only need to book the trains you wish to take.
- Glacier Express:St. Moritz to Zermatt
-introduce:This famous sightseeing train connects St. Moritz and Zermatt in Switzerland. From the eastern part of Switzerland to the western Alps, the panoramic train takes you through the heart of the Swiss Alps, leaving you with an unforgettable experience.
- Lasted about 7.5 hours
- Seat reservation fee (reference):
peak season booking fee (June 16 - September 19): CHF 43.
Regular booking fee (March 30 - June 15 / September 17 - October 14): CHF 33
off-peak season booking fee (December 10 - March 29): CHF 23
-Booking method:
- passReservation.
Ticket type display
- Continuous vehicle type
It will be automatically activated starting from the first usage date selected when purchasing and can be used for N consecutive days
The Swiss Travel Pass for flexible vehicle type will be attached as a PDF to the booking confirmation email after the booking is confirmed. This attachment serves as your valid travel ticket. Passengers can print the pass on A4 paper or save it on a mobile device to prevent loss. Train conductors will scan the QR code on the bottom right of the ticket and verify that the passenger's information matches their travel document.
- Flexible vehicle type
The validity period is automatically calculated starting from the first usage date selected at the time of purchase. During this validity period, you can select the date on which you want to activate the product.
The PDF file included in the booking confirmation email for the Swiss Travel Pass with flexible duration serves only as confirmation voucher of purchase and not as a valid travel ticket.
Passengers must activate their desired travel dates on the official website before their first trip. Each activated travel date will receive a valid ticket. This valid ticket can be presented to the ticket inspector via a mobile device or printed copy upon boarding.
Q: What could be the possible cause of the activation?
A:
1. Please check if your first and last name are entered in reverse order. First Name is your first name and Last Name is your last name.
2. Please click on the calendar icon to select your birthday directly. The format is month/day/year (mm/dd/yyy)
3. If the above cannot solve the problem, please contact customer support.
Reference no.
How to buy first-class and second-class seats?
If you bring children (under 15 years old), it is more cost-effective to buy first-class seats!
Reasons: Children travel free, and first-class seats are more spacious, less crowded, and more comfortable. Also, first-class cabins on Lake Lucerne cruise are on the upper deck, less crowded, and offer a better experience!
First Class Seat:
1) First-class carriages offer greater comfort: wider seats, more legroom, and power outlets. First-class passengers also enjoy the convenience of quiet and business areas. First-class seating is also available on Swissotel cruise. First-class seats are typically located on the upper deck, offering a wider view and perfect for enjoying the surrounding scenery.
2) Depending on the train and route, some may also include meal services.
- Note that while most trains offer first-class seating, cogwheel trains and cable car, as well as urban transportation options like buses and trams, do not.
Second Class:
- Although relatively small, they still offer comfortable seats and ample legroom. Second-class fares are generally cheaper than first-class fares, but passengers can still enjoy a good travel experience.
***Please note that the exact configuration of first-class seats may vary depending on the type of train, carriage type, and operator. For more detailed information, we recommend that you refer to the official Swiss National Railways (SBB) website or contact your train operator.
