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Can Swiss Pass be used for Jungfraujoch?

The Swiss Travel Pass covers the Jungfrau Area, providing you access to many stunning destinations. However, it's important to note that while most of the area is included, the specific route from Kleine Scheidegg to Jungfraujoch is not covered entirely.



The Swiss Travel Pass can be used to reach the Jungfraujoch, but it does not cover the entire journey for free. In 2026, the Swiss Travel Pass provides free travel on all trains and buses up to the mountain villages of Grindelwald or Wengen. From these points onward—specifically the final leg of the journey via the Eiger Express or the traditional cogwheel train from Kleine Scheidegg to the "Top of Europe"—the pass acts as a discount card. Holders of a Swiss Travel Pass receive a 25% discount on the final ticket price for the Jungfraujoch excursion. While the trip remains one of the most expensive in Switzerland (often costing over $150 even with the discount), the pass still provides significant savings compared to a full-price ticket. It is also important to note that seat reservations are highly recommended for the Jungfraujoch leg in 2026 due to its immense popularity, and these reservations must be paid for separately from the pass discount. For those spending multiple days in the area, a "Jungfrau Travel Pass" might be a more cost-effective alternative to use alongside your Swiss Travel Pass.

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Swiss Travel Pass/GA travelcard: Your return ticket to the Grindelwald valley station is included in the price.

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By Train. You can start your journey from either Grindelwald or Interlaken. Trains are available daily and are the cheapest means of transportation to get to Jungfraujoch. From Interlaken, you can either go through Lauterbrunnen where you will take the Wengernalpbahn to Kleine Scheidegg.

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We recommend at least 5–6 hours to allow a reasonable amount of time on the Jungfraujoch. From Grindelwald Terminal with the Eiger Express: The journey from Grindelwald Terminal takes 45 minutes there and 45 minutes back. We recommend at least 3.5–4.5 hours to allow a reasonable amount of time on the Jungfraujoch.

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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.

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The Jungfrau 'Top of Europe' requires a surcharge and in the high season a seat reservation (5 CHF) might be required. Swiss Travel Pass gives you a 100% Discount for the journey from Interlaken to Lauterbrunnen/Wengen and Grindelwald.

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Matterhorn Glacier Paradise with Swiss Travel Pass Broadly, there are two types of tickets available to access Matterhorn Glacier Paradise. One is a full fare ticket, and another one is a discounted fare ticket with Swiss Travel Pass. A Swiss Travel Pass holder can purchase tickets at nearly half the rate.

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A seat reservation guarantees you a seat (unnumbered) on the Jungfrau Railway trains to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe from the Eigergletscher station and from Kleine Scheidegg station. There is no seat reservation for all other sections of the route.

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It's a longer journey but you can get on the first train to Jungfraujoch. You will travel from Wengen to Lauterbrunnen to Grindelwald. From Grindelwald, ride the Eiger Express to Eigergletscher and then the Jungfraubahn to Jungfraujoch. Travel time is 1 hour and 58 minutes.

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First is more for fun and adventure while Jungfrau is about seeing and touching snow and glacier abd to get an impression of the swiss alps. It depends on what you're up to... Both trips on the same day can be stressful, if you want to do them on the same day, you should go first to First.

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TIP: If you only have one day for Interlaken and don't know where to start or don't feel like planning everything, there are also nice day tours that you can consider instead. The most popular tours depart either from Zurich or from Lucerne and visit Interlaken and Grindelwald on the same day.

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Passes cover nearly all Swiss trains. Even specially designated scenic routes are covered, including the entire route of the Glacier Express. Any pass that covers Switzerland also covers these two Swiss-run services through Italy: Brig–Domodossola–Locarno trains and Lugano–Tirano by Bernina Express bus.

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Furka Pass Open since 1867, the road connects Realp in the canton of Uri with Goms in Upper Valais. The pass is well-known to fans of cinema as it was the location for one of James Bond's famous car chases in Goldfinger.

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Travel to the top of Europe with this ticket from Interlaken to Jungfraujoch that includes travel by rail, cogwheel train or cable car. Entry to all the attractions at the summit is included, like the Sphinx Observation Terrace, the Ice Palace and the Aletsch glacier.

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June to August is the ideal time to visit Jungfraujoch because it is the best time for hiking and other activities. However, this is also the busiest period because so many tourists descend to enjoy the pleasant weather and activities.

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