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What is covered by the Swiss Pass?

The Swiss Travel Pass includes all journeys by train, bus and boat. In addition, during the validity of the pass you get free admission to over 500 Swiss museums and 50% discount on most mountain railroads (Rigi, Stoos and Stanserhorn free).



The Swiss Travel Pass in 2026 remains one of the most comprehensive national transit passes in the world, offering unlimited travel by train, bus, and boat across the entire Swiss Travel System network. This includes the world-famous scenic routes like the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and Gotthard Panorama Express (though seat reservations still require a separate fee). The pass also covers public transportation in over 90 urban areas across Switzerland. Beyond transit, the pass grants free admission to over 500 museums, including the Olympic Museum in Lausanne and the Château de Chillon. For mountain excursions, the pass provides free travel to peaks like Mount Rigi and Stanserhorn, while offering a 50% discount on most other mountain railways and cable cars, such as Pilatus and Titlis. One of the greatest "hidden" benefits is the Swiss Family Card, which allows children under 16 to travel entirely for free when accompanied by a parent holding a valid Swiss Travel Pass, making it an exceptionally high-value option for family tourism.

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If you are wondering which mountain excursions are 100% included in the Swiss Travel Pass, the answer is: Stanserhorn, Rigi, Stoos, Brunni and Klewenalp. To obtain tickets for any cable car, funicular or cog railway, you should present your Swiss Travel Pass at the ticket office.

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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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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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The Glacier Express & Bernina Express are Switzerland's two most scenic train journeys and these Panoramic journeys are free with your Swiss Travel Pass. However you need to pay a compulsory seat reservation fee regardless of whether you are holding a travel pass or point to point ticket.

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

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100 % free travel with: Swiss GA/AG Card. Lake Lucerne-Pass.

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The Swiss Travel Pass is valid on the whole boat, rail and Postbus network in Switzerland, as shown here.

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Are the Swiss Travel Passes / Eurail Passes valid for the Bernina Express Bus? Yes, however seat reservation charge needs to be paid.

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Topping our list is none other than the Glacier Express, probably the most iconic and luxurious scenic Swiss rail journey. Known as the 'slowest express train in the world', the entire journey will grant you with undisputed panoramic views of the country's most dramatic scenery, no matter the season.

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Trains and buses in Switzerland are included in the pass. However, seat reservations on panoramic trains are not included. Mountain railways (such as cable cars, funiculars, and rack-and-pinion trains) are discounted. City transport (buses, streetcars) is included in 90 cities.

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