Swiss Half Fare Card

About this ticket

What is the Swiss Half Fare Card? Buy Swiss train, bus, cruise, scenic view, and select mountain cable car tickets within one month and enjoy discounts of up to 50%. Swiss Half Fare Card map View discount range Activity Description: [Includes Shopping Privileges Redemption Voucher for Landquart Fashion Outlet Switzerland] 1. Promo code includes: VIP Pass members enjoy an extra 10% discount (2) Margaux Restaurant coffee and dessert redemption voucher (3) Tax-free shopping refunds can be processed through Global Blue at the tourist information center. 2. Collection method: Claim it from the booking confirmation SMS after successful booking. 3. Transportation: Take the train to Landquart station, just a 1-hour ride from Zurich station. It's only a 10-minute drive from Chur station on the Glacier Express route. How to Use: After a successful booking, we'll send your e-ticket (attached as a PDF in the confirmation email) directly to your inbox for immediate use. Each ticket has a unique QR code. You may disregard the additional skpass voucher file. This card can be used for online bookings, purchases at station ticket machines or the SBB app, or bought at train stations during business hours to combine with your half-fare card benefits. Activation date: The half-price pass will be activated on the selected booking date. Valid for 30 days after card activation. Important note: The Swiss Half Fare Card cannot be used alone. Travelers must also purchase the corresponding half-price tickets for their desired routes locally to ensure valid travel. FAQ Q: What is the difference between a Swiss Pass and a Swiss Half Fare Card? A: The advantage of the Swiss Travel Pass is that it is very convenient to use: you only need to decide which train to take, and then fill in the boarding date and other information on the travel pass, and you can travel around Switzerland freely (of course, except for trains that require reservations). In contrast, the Swiss Half Fare Card is not so convenient because it is This card cannot be used to board trains! With this half-price card, you still need to queue to buy tickets or book train tickets in advance on the app. However, you'll get a half-price discount every time you queue to purchase tickets. Note that discounts on some public transport services may not be half-price, so please confirm before buying your ticket. Q: Should I use a Swiss Pass or a Swiss Half Fare Card? A: You can decide based on your itinerary. The Swiss Half Fare Card is valid for one month. If you mainly use transportation other than trains for most of your trip, or if your train travel days are relatively spread out, choose the Swiss Half Fare Card. The Swiss Travel Pass is suitable for those who have For travelers with fixed travel dates and train itineraries, it can be more cost-effective than the Half-Fare Card. Of course, you can purchase both and decide which one to use based on your itinerary. For example, use the Swiss Pass on days when you'll frequently use public transportation or visit attractions and take cruises, while the Swiss Half-Fare Card is better for days when you only visit one attraction. Q: How long is the validity period of the Swiss Half Fare Card? A: Valid for one month, its expiration date is calculated from the traveler's first day of travel, not from the date of purchase. Therefore, it is still advisable to purchase the Half-Fare Card early. Q: Can I get free access to Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe with a Swiss Pass or Swiss Half Fare Card? A: Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe is a popular attraction that visitors almost always go to, so the Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe mountain railway is not among the free railways. If you hold a Swiss Pass, you can travel for free to Interlaken or Grindelwald, and then get a 25% discount on the Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe mountain railway. Alternatively, if you have a Swiss Half Fare Card, you can enjoy a 50% discount on the journey from Interlaken to the summit. Q: How can I check the train schedule? A: The easiest way is to download the "SBB Mobile" app. Besides checking timetables for various public transportation options (including trains, buses, boats, and cable cars), you can also buy tickets, reserve seats, and apply for lost and found items directly within the app. Furthermore, the app provides real-time updates about Swiss trains, such as delays that might affect your itinerary, and even offers alternative travel suggestions, making it very convenient.

What's not included

• All personal expenses and expenses not mentioned in the inclusions

How to redeem

Show Mobile Ticket: Purchase tickets through the SBB app (or present your Swiss Half Fare Card at local stations to buy tickets) When checking tickets, present the paper ticket or show the QR code + ticket proof in the SBB app.