This is a truly incredible offer on some of the most scenic railways in all of Europe. The Swiss Half Fare Card isn’t just a Swiss train discount of 50% that lasts a month ! It’s a Swiss train discount, and a Swiss bus discount, and a Swiss boat discount, and a Swiss mountain railway discount, at 50% off, all lasting for a full month ! That’s a Swiss half fare that’s ideal for longer stays in Switzerland, especially since there’s public transportation in 75 towns and cities to use it in ! How about that ! A country that’s already famous for chocolate found a way to be even more tempting !
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Swiss Travel System
Swiss Travel System
Swiss Half Fare Card
- Children under 16 travel for free.
Overview
Discover Switzerland by trains, buses, boats and scenic mountain trains.
Bernina Express Scenic Train.
How does it work?
Rail Passes in 3 steps
1. Pick the right rail pass
Rail passes are available in 1, 2, 3 or 4 country combinations for extensive travel on the national rail networks. Going for an extended trip? Try the Eurail Global Pass offering rail travel in 28 different countries.
Once you've selected your pass, its price will depend on the class of service, First or Second, selected and the number of rail travel days.
2. Reserve your seats
For many trains in Switzerland, seat reservations are not required. Simply board the train with your rail pass and choose any open seat.
3. Activate and travel
Your pass was pre-validated at the time of booking, it is now valid for use for the duration you selected. You're all set and ready to explore.
Rail pass benefits
More than just trains
And the Swiss Half Fare Card is packed with bonuses to make your trip even more enjoyable. You'll get discounts on buses and trains or hotels or cruises or ferries or museums or activities, and more.
With the Swiss Half Fare Card, the benefits like the connections it provides - are everywhere. Whether you are an adventurous traveler or avid planner, the Swiss Half Fare Card is your pass to freedom and an unforgettable journey of discovery.
Travel forum
From our travel community
Which travel card to buy
I am arriving into ZRH at 18:30 on Oct 18. I plan to see Interlaken, Jungfrau, Lucerne, Mount Tiltlis and then back to ZRH on Oct 21
Need help with buying the appropriate travel card
Sadia | 9a aŭgusto 2018
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Eurail germany-switzerland pass or swiss pass ?
Eurail Germany-Switzerland Pass - Itinerary (Zurich to Lucern. Lucern to Interlaken. Lucern to Franfurt Airport) Needing assistance with benefits EuroRail Pass vs Swiss Rail vs Tell-Pass makes it confusing. Haven't found a good comparison. (...)
Gary Hicks | 17a julio 2018
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Please help a family of 4 - itinerary aug 1-9...which travel pass???
Hi, we are a family of 4, 2 adults, 2 kids 16 under, travelling to Switzerland for 8 days on Aug 1-9.
Our likely itinerary...
Into Zurich on Aug 1, including FIFA Museum
Into Lucerne on Aug 2, possibly including Transportation Museum
Into (...)
Katherine Domont | 20a julio 2018
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Is it worth getting the swiss pass if not traveling on continuous days?
I've been reading up on Switzerland since will be traveling with a friend in the fall. Rick Steves recommended the Swiss pass so was looking into that. We will be there for about a week so looks like if we got that we would get the 8 day (...)
Meg | 15a julio 2018
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4 days in switzerland - basel/mulhouse to lauterbrunnen, exploring lauterbrunnen (including schilthorn), & return to mulhouse - (...)
Hi, can you please recommend a rail pass strategy for a 4-day visit to Switzerland for 2 people. We are flying into Basel / Mulhouse, taking the train to Lauterbrunnen, exploring the Lauterbrunnen area (including Schilthorn) staying 3 nights and (...)
Tim Kearns | 9a julio 2018
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Common Questions, Simple Answers
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Q. How do I obtain Thalys tickets ?
A. Tickets for Thalys can be bought online on our website. You can choose to have your tickets delivered in your inbox through the “Print @ home” ticketing solution or you can choose to retrieve your rail ticket from self-service ticketing machines found at the train stations in France.
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Q. Will French National Strike affect my travel ?
A. A national strike impacting rail services in France has been announced between April 3 to June 31, 2018. 24 hours prior to the scheduled day of travel, verify by train number if that train is scheduled to be in service by following this link. Train number can be found on the train ticket or the booking confirmation. If a train is impacted, and the traveler prefers not to travel during a strike day, please send all inquiries to Rail Europe through the Contact Us page or, if in France, go directly to a railway station and ask the local railway official for assistance. Please visit our dedicated national strike page for the latest updates on the situation in France.
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Q. What is the policy for child accommodation on overnight trains ?
A. -Children aged from 0 to 4 years old included are not required to have a sleeper reservation or ticket if they share a bed with another person.
- A special child’s fare applies if a child aged between 4 and 11 years or below 4 years old requires a separate bed.
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Q. What is the definition of Gender Specific ?
A. Gender Specific means that compartment are either for men or women. Both sexes cannot travel or sleep in the same comportment. If you or your companion wishes to stay together, you must book the whole compartment and beds. The following trains use the Gender Specific rule : ELipsos, CNL, Lusitania, Spanish Night trains.
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Q. What is the main difference between First class and Second class on the Talgo Day ?
A. The Talgo Day’s First class includes comfortable reclining seats and food and beverages, available at the bar-buffet car.
The Talgo Day’s Second class includes spacious legroom and food and beverages, available at the bar-buffet car.
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Q. Where do I my send train tickets and/or rail passes for refund ?
A. We recommend that any documents being returned for refund be sent via traceable mail for proof of delivery.
Please visit our Cancellation and Refunds page for information regarding refunds. If you need further assistance we invite you to send us a message using our Contact Us page.
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Q. How do I use my Italo print at home e-ticket for travel in Italy ?
A. You can take a train at a train station which offers a maximum of information and facilities to guide travellers. Large Departure and Arrival boards, found in train stations, indicate the departure time or the arrival time of a particular train. The train number and the platform are displayed alongside. You just have to match the train number and departure time which are printed on your reservation/ticket to displayed information on the board in order to know which train you should take and at which platform number.
Before hopping on the train, check for your coach or carriage number on your reservation/ticket. Coach numbers are well indicated on the lateral sides of all trains. First, Second or any other classes are also indicated.
Once onboard the train, match the seat number with that indicated on you reservation/ticket.
European trains have pictographs (graphic drawings) which represent international symbols in order to assist any passenger. Don’t forget that the railway staff is always available to guide you.
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Q. Does my Rail Pass include travelling on board the Eurostar ?
A. No. You will need a separate ticket to travel on board the Eurostar. However, Rail Passes include discounts for Eurostar. The discounted fares are also known as Passholder fare. Select "details" when you are viewing fares with a pass to find the list of Rail Passes that offer Passholder fares.
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Q. Where are train schedules information available ?
A. Information on European trains schedule can be found easily and rapidly in the "start searching train tickets" menu.
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Q. Is it possible to transfer a Rail Pass to another person’s name ?
A. No. Rail Passes are non-transferable. They contain the name of the traveller and cannot be reprinted. However holders of a Rail Pass can reschedule his trip as a Rail Pass is valid up to 6 months from the date of purchase.
We've got you covered, add Rail Europe's Rail Protection Plan to your booking. We offer an exclusive Rail Protection Plan™ that gives you the flexibility to change your train ticket, rail pass, reservation and select activities with no questions asked. You'll also be protected in the event of a railroad strike for train tickets, and in the case of loss or theft of paper tickets, rail passes, city passes or tours.