What is excluded from Swiss Travel Pass?

The majority of gondolas, funiculars, and mountain trains are not part of the Swiss public transport network (and thus not included with the Swiss Travel Pass). However, to make things yet a bit more confusing, there are a couple of exceptions here too. You can find more info below, but first – how much does it cost.



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Where is the Swiss Travel Pass valid? 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.

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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).

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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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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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Coverage: All trains, buses, and cable cars used for commuting in the Jungfrau region are included in this pass. Exception: The train or bus to and from Interlaken Ost to Interlaken West are not included. In addition, the ticket to Jungfraujoch is not included.

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From Lucerne reaching Mt. Titlis takes around 45 mins, and from Zurich, it may take over 1 hr 30 mins. If you are holding a Swiss Travel Pass, not only can you benefit from discounted fares, but also your children tickets to Mt. Titlis are free – just like a family card, it's included in your Swiss Pass cost.

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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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Swiss Travel Pass Benefits 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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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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Does the Swiss pass cover Harder Kulm? Swiss Pass holders can take the train to Interlaken Ost free of cost. Holders will get a discounted ticket (50% off) on the Funicular train ticket from Interlaken to Harder Kulm.

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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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Show your public transport travelcards digitally with SwissPass Mobile. It also gives you an overview of your valid and expired tickets and travelcards on the SwissPass.

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It doesn't include the Trümmelbach falls. You pay for them. From Wengen to the Jungfraujoch it covers 25% of the cost. Jungfraujoch/Grindelwald/Lauterbrunnen/Wengen - you pay 25% of the cost to Grindelwald and then it covers you 100% from there to Zweilütschinen to Lauterbrunnen to Wengen.

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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. This is the first part of the Jungfraujoch 'Top of Europe' journey.

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Yes, the Swiss Travel Pass is valid for boat cruises on Lake Brienz and Lake Thun.

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FAQ. Which is better Jungfraujoch or Titlis? While both destinations are really nice and Jungfraujoch is more unique, Mount Titlis is much easier, quicker, and also significantly cheaper to visit than Jungfrau. So if you have to pick just one of the two – in summer or in winter – I think I'd go to Mt Titlis.

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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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