Does Swiss Travel Pass cover Zurich to Interlaken?

With a Swiss Travel Pass you get unlimited travel on trains, buses and boats to reach popular cities such as Bern, Basel, Geneva, Interlaken, Lucerne, Innsbruck, Zurich and Lausanne as well as the country's greatest natural highlight, the Swiss Alps.



Yes, the Swiss Travel Pass fully covers the journey from Zurich to Interlaken in 2026. This includes the direct InterCity (IC) trains via Bern or the more scenic route involving the Luzern–Interlaken Express (part of the GoldenPass Line). With the pass, you do not need to purchase a separate ticket; you simply board the train and show your digital QR code to the conductor when they pass through the cabin. While seat reservations are available for a small fee, they are generally not required on this route unless you are traveling during peak holiday periods or in a large group. The pass also covers any local buses or trams you might need to take within Zurich or Interlaken to reach your hotel. This makes the Swiss Travel Pass an exceptionally high-value option for this route, as it allows you the flexibility to hop on any train at any time without worrying about fluctuating ticket prices or sold-out departures.

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The advantages for you.
  • Unlimited travel by train, bus and boat.
  • Unlimited travel on premium panorama trains (seat reservation fees and/or surcharges apply)
  • Unlimited use of public transport in more than 90 towns & cities.
  • Free admission to more than 500 museums.
  • Mountain excursions included: Rigi, Stanserhorn and Stoos.


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Long story short, if you plan on doing 2 of the more expensive scenic trains and the Jungfraujoch railway or the Schilthorn cable car, then the pass will save you money. Switzerland is expensive, but it's worth it, and the travel pass can help make it a bit more affordable.

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Swiss Travel System tickets can also be purchased at every major railway station in Switzerland (e.g. at Zurich or Geneva airports) as well as at the tourist offices in Zurich, Berne, Geneva and Lucerne.

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Most scenic route (via Lucerne) This scenic route passes five lakes (including Lake Lungern, pictured) and numerous waterfalls. The journey time for this scenic train from Zurich to Interlaken via Lucerne is as follows: Zurich HB to Lucerne – 41 minutes. Transfer time – 15 minutes.

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Visit the mountain towns of Grindelwald and Interlaken on a day trip from Zurich. As you travel to the mountains, learn about the Swiss Alps from an onboard, multilingual guide.

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Yes, it is possible to travel from Zürich to Interlaken Ost without having to change trains. There are 7 direct trains from Zürich to Interlaken Ost each day.

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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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You can expect the journey from Zürich to Interlaken Ost by train to take around 2 hours 15 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 54 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 32 trains per day running on this route, which spans 92 km.

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For 24 or 72 hours, the Zürich Card offers: Unlimited 2nd class travel by tram, bus, train, boat and cable car throughout the city of Zurich and its surrounding region (zones 110, 111, 121, 140, 150, 154 and 155). Free or reduced admission to the majority of Zurich's museums.

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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.

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During 24 or 72 hours: Unlimited 2nd class travel on all forms of public transportation (tram, bus, train, boat and cableway) in the city of Zurich and surrounding region. Includes the Mini Lake Cruise, Short Lake Cruise and Limmat River Cruise. Free or reduced admission to the most popular museums.

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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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What is a Swiss Travel Pass? With a Swiss Travel Pass you get unlimited travel on trains, buses and boats to reach popular cities such as Bern, Basel, Geneva, Interlaken, Lucerne, Innsbruck, Zurich and Lausanne as well as the country's greatest natural highlight, the Swiss Alps.

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This route is fully covered by the Swiss Travel Pass (Flex) and GA travel card. No surcharges required in addition to a valid ticket. Seat reservation recommended but not required; reservation fee per person and direction: 01 Jan – 08 May 2024: CHF 12.

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