Train crossing the Landwasser Viaduct in Switzerland with Swiss rail pass.
Friends enjoying drinks at Jungfraujoch railway station with red train in background.
Steamboat on Lake Brienz with Swiss flag, surrounded by mountains in Berner Oberland.
Train traveling through Swiss countryside with mountains and chalets in view.
Mountain train on curved track at Jungfraujoch railway station amidst autumn landscape.
Train passengers enjoying scenic Swiss countryside views with Swiss Half Fare Card.
Jungfraubahn train at station with snow-covered mountains in Berner Oberland, Switzerland.

Swiss Half Fare Card: 50% Discount on Train, Bus & Boat Tickets for 1 Month, Zurich

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Access affordable exploration with the Swiss Half Fare Card in Zurich, Switzerland! This transportation pass offers up to 50% off on train, bus, and boat tickets across Switzerland for one month. Enjoy iconic routes like Gotthard Panorama Express & Luzern Interlaken Express while exploring destinations from Bern's medieval streets to the Matterhorn peaks.

The Swiss Half Fare Card grants you a 50% discount on train, bus, and boat tickets to over 90 cities throughout Switzerland. This card provides unlimited access to the country's transport system.

With its one-month validity period, design your own itinerary across top Swiss destinations like Zurich, Geneva, Zermatt, and more at your convenience.

Maximize your sightseeing with mountain excursions to Jungfraujoch, Grindelwald First, Schilthorn, scenic journeys on the Glacier and Bernina Express trains, alongside bus and boat trips to popular attractions.

Travel comfortably across Switzerland in second-class seating while benefiting from special discounts at various experiences.

Swiss Half-Fare Card valid for a month

Second class seating provided

Discounted access by half on trains, buses, and boats: 50%

Premium panoramic train rides including Glacier Express, Bernina Express, Golden Pass MOB, Gotthard Panorama Express & Luzern Interlaken Express

Mountain excursions encompassing Mount Rigi, CabriO Stanserhorn, Stoos & more

Cruises on Lake Lucerne and Zurich, Lakes Thun, Brienz, Geneva & more

Entry to intra-city public transport systems

All inclusions are detailed here

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Train crossing the Landwasser Viaduct in Switzerland with Swiss rail pass.

Train crossing the Landwasser Viaduct in Switzerland with Swiss rail pass.

Discover Switzerland with Ease using One Pass

The Swiss Half-Fare Card enables you to explore Switzerland affordably, offering up to a 50% discount on transport tickets across the country. This card is versatile and supports your travel preferences by providing second-class train seating options. It transforms journeys via trains, buses, boats, or cable cars into explorations of Swiss culture from Bern's medieval streets to the Matterhorn’s majestic peaks. Enjoy scenic routes like Gotthard Panorama Express & Luzern Interlaken Express, mountain excursions such as Treno Gottardo, and access public transport nationwide.

Smooth Activation

  • To activate your Swiss Half-Fare Card, download the ticket and present either a printed or digital version to purchase tickets at half price.
  • Tickets can be bought for 50% of their original cost through various methods: online, from railway station counters during business hours, rail station ticket machines, or via the SBB mobile app/website.
  • Ensure you carry both your transport tickets and half-fare card while traveling to facilitate inspections.
  • Access a handy Swiss map here and start your Swiss adventure!
Friends enjoying drinks at Jungfraujoch railway station with red train in background.

Friends enjoying drinks at Jungfraujoch railway station with red train in background.

Steamboat on Lake Brienz with Swiss flag, surrounded by mountains in Berner Oberland.

Steamboat on Lake Brienz with Swiss flag, surrounded by mountains in Berner Oberland.

Train traveling through Swiss countryside with mountains and chalets in view.

Train traveling through Swiss countryside with mountains and chalets in view.

Accessibility

    Guests needing disability assistance will have staff available to help them.

    Additional Information

    • This pass is valid exclusively for those residing outside Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
    • Children under 16 travel free when with a parent or guardian.

    Mandatory seat reservations are required on panoramic trains such as Bernina, Glacier, and Gotthard Express. Follow the reservation instructions provided in your ticket after booking.

    Mountain train on curved track at Jungfraujoch railway station amidst autumn landscape.

    Mountain train on curved track at Jungfraujoch railway station amidst autumn landscape.

    Train passengers enjoying scenic Swiss countryside views with Swiss Half Fare Card.

    Train passengers enjoying scenic Swiss countryside views with Swiss Half Fare Card.

    Book train seats in advance for premium panoramic trains like Glacier and Gotthard Express to ensure availability during peak travel times.

    If you're traveling with children under 16, make sure they are accompanied by a parent as this allows them free access on the Swiss Half-Fare Card network.

    Plan your itinerary starting from distant attractions or cities and work backward towards Zurich to maximize sightseeing opportunities using the pass's unlimited travel flexibility.

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    Operating hours

    Jungfraujoch

    Monday
    8:00am - 6:00pm
    Tuesday
    8:00am - 6:00pm
    Wednesday
    8:00am - 6:00pm
    Thursday
    8:00am - 6:00pm
    Friday
    8:00am - 6:00pm
    Saturday
    8:00am - 6:00pm
    Sunday
    8:00am - 6:00pm
    • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

    Harder Kulm

    Monday
    9:10am - 8:40pm
    Tuesday
    9:10am - 8:40pm
    Wednesday
    9:10am - 8:40pm
    Thursday
    9:10am - 8:40pm
    Friday
    9:10am - 8:40pm
    Saturday
    9:10am - 8:40pm
    Sunday
    9:10am - 8:40pm
    • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

    Snow fun park jungfraujoch

    Monday
    10:00am - 4:30pm
    Tuesday
    10:00am - 4:30pm
    Wednesday
    10:00am - 4:30pm
    Thursday
    10:00am - 4:30pm
    Friday
    10:00am - 4:30pm
    Saturday
    10:00am - 4:30pm
    Sunday
    10:00am - 4:30pm
    • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

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    FAQs

    It provides unlimited access to Switzerland's transportation system for one month.
    The card grants access to second-class train seats throughout the country's transportation network.
    Seat reservations are mandatory for panoramic trains such as Bernina, Glacier, and Gotthard Express. Follow the instructions provided in your ticket after booking to make these reservations.
    The card covers all train, bus, and boat transports within Switzerland, including premium panoramic trains like Glacier Express and Bernina Express as well as mountain excursions and cruises on lakes such as Lake Lucerne.
    Yes, it includes access to premium panoramic trains such as Glacier Express and Bernina Express, along with mountain trips like those to Jungfraujoch and Schilthorn.
    Yes, it provides discounted access to over 90 cities across Switzerland using various modes of transport like trains and buses.
    The card offers up to a 50% discount on transport tickets throughout Switzerland, including trains, buses, and boats.
    Children below the age of 16 can travel free when accompanied by a parent.
    This pass is valid only for non-residents, specifically those outside of Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
    Staff are available to assist guests who require disability assistance during their travels in Switzerland.

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