Do I need Swiss pass if I have Eurail Pass?

Yes, the Eurail Global Pass does work in Switzerland as well as 32 other European countries. However you cannot buy a Eurail One Country Pass for Switzerland. The Swiss Travel Pass is thus a better option for travel only within Switzerland.



Whether you need a Swiss Travel Pass alongside a Eurail Pass depends on how extensively you plan to explore Switzerland's mountains and cities. The Eurail Pass covers the main "inter-city" rail lines between major Swiss hubs like Zurich, Geneva, and Lucerne. However, it offers very limited coverage for "mountain excursions" (cable cars, funiculars, and cogwheel trains) and does not cover local city transport like trams and buses. In contrast, the Swiss Travel Pass includes unlimited travel on all public transport in 90 cities, free entry to over 500 museums, and full coverage or significant discounts on most mountain peaks (like Rigi or Stanserhorn). If you only plan to take the main trains from one city to another, the Eurail Pass is sufficient. However, if your itinerary involves the "Bernina Express," mountain peaks, or local buses, the Swiss Travel Pass is often a better value. Many travelers choose one or the other based on a cost-comparison of their specific day-to-day itinerary.

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Underground, Busses, Tram, DLR are not included in the pass.

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Eurail passes do not cover local transport like trams or metros, only intercity trains. Rail Europe is another company that offers similar European train passes.

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Conditions for Eurail Pass holders Eurail Passes including Switzerland are valid on the entire route from St. Moritz to Zermatt. Seat reservations, or dining car reservations at extra costs, are compulsory. The cost of your reservation depends on the length of the route.

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The journey itself is covered by the GA or Swiss Travel Pass. Without a pass, the standard price for the complete journey (Zermatt-St. Moritz or the other way) is 152 CHF in 2nd class or 268 CHF in 1st class. With a half-fare card, you get 50% off this price.

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Rail passes are almost always a smart buy for Switzerland, with its fairly high pay-as-you-go ticket costs and excellent transportation system. The Swiss Travel Pass is a particularly good deal, as it covers nearly all transport in Switzerland — not only trains, but buses, boats, and many high-mountain lifts.

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Eurail and InterRail are both rail passes, and while they are similar there is one critical difference - who can buy them. Eurail Passes are only for non-European citizens or residents. InterRail Passes are only for European citizens or residents.

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On all trains covered by Interrail/Eurail: No, just as long as you can carry it. Be aware stowing away large suitcases on busy trains can be a bit difficult, but there often are luggage racks. There are some exceptions on “low-cost” trains, that I know: Ouigo (France & Spain) and Avlo (Spain).

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Our Global Pass is perfect if you wish to add Great Britain to your longer itinerary, with the Eurostar offering excellent rail connections to France. The Global Pass is valid in Scotland, England, Wales, and Ireland, along with 31 other countries.

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First class also has wider seats and aisles, and is more likely to have amenities such as air-conditioning and power outlets (though outlets are still rare on Europe's trains, in any class). While first class is less conducive to conversation, it's more conducive to napping.

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You can hop on and off most trains as you please with your Eurail Pass, but some trains ask you to buy an additional seat reservation before you can jump aboard.

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Passengers with an adult ticket can take a maximum of two bags (up to 85cm long) including rucksacks, suitcases or ski equipment and one small item of hand luggage. Child passengers (4-11 year olds) can travel with a maximum of one bag (up to 85cm long) and one piece of hand luggage.

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