Swiss Half Fare Card e-Ticket
Use the Swiss Half Fare Card to purchase train, bus, and boat tickets at half price. Access Swiss public transportation to visit Switzerland's iconic landmarks and natural attractions easily.
- Save your valuable money with the Swiss Half Fare Card while traveling in Switzerland
- Take advantage of a 50% discount on Swiss public transportation in over 90 cities and towns
- Enjoy the electronic version of the half-fare card, available to non-Swiss and Liechtenstein residents
- Enjoy your discount ticket booking via KKday's point-to-point train ticket page
Product Info
— What You Can Expect —
See the best of Switzerland and grab the cost-effective Swiss Half Fare Card to purchase public transportation tickets at half price. This versatile card covers tickets for trains, buses, boats, and even cable cars, including must-ride options like the Bernina Express, Glacier Express, and Golden Pass.
Each Swiss Half Fare Card is valid for one month and is available in electronic form. Show the card when buying your desired transportation ticket, choose your preferred vehicle, and enjoy a fantastic discount of up to 50%.
Explore Switzerland on a budget with the Swiss Half Fare Card, as many famous sites are easily accessible by public transport
Purchase Notice
- Children aged 6 to 15 who are accompanied by at least one parent holding a valid Swiss Half Fare Card and corresponding ticket may travel free of charge with the complimentary Swiss Family Card
- Children under 6 can use public transportation free of charge
- Enjoy discounts of up to 50% on travel by train, bus, boat, and most mountain railways (the Half Fare Card discount may be less than 50% on short-distance routes due to the minimum charge requirement)
- Receive discounts of up to 50% on public transportation such as buses, trams, and boats in over 90 towns and cities (the Half Fare Card discount may be less than 50% on short-distance routes and city transport networks due to the minimum charge requirement)
- To obtain the Swiss Family Card free of charge, add the child as a passenger when purchasing the Swiss Half Fare Card
- For the area of validity of the Swiss Travel Pass and Half Fare Card, please click here
Eligible Users
Notes
- Please note that this ticket can only be purchased by residents living outside Switzerland and Liechtenstein
Reminders
The first come, first served policy applies to seating and public transportation
The on-site staff is capable of assisting travelers with reduced mobility
When purchasing tickets at local stations, travelers can present their passports or proof of residence and Swiss Half Fare Card to enjoy a 50% discount
The Swiss Half Fare Card cannot be used independently. Travelers must use the Swiss Half Fare Card to purchase the corresponding ticket in order to enjoy the discount and access transportation
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Validity Period
- The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
- Valid for 30 days after the first use; Invalid after expiration
Experience Location
Location Name: Switzerland
Cancellation Policy
- For cancellations made at least 3 day(s) prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 5% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–2 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
The Swiss Half Fare Card is generally a worthwhile investment for tourists planning extensive travel within Switzerland, especially if your itinerary includes multiple train, bus, boat, or mountain railway journeys. It offers a 50% discount on standard tickets, which can lead to significant savings over a typical travel duration of several days or more, particularly for longer routes or frequent use of public transport and mountain excursions.
Yes, the Swiss Half Fare Card is specifically designed for non-Swiss and non-Liechtenstein residents, making it an excellent option for foreign tourists. It provides international visitors with access to the Swiss public transport network at half price. Tourists can easily purchase this electronic version of the card before or during their trip to Switzerland.
The Swiss Half Fare Card covers most modes of public transportation across Switzerland. This includes national and regional trains, buses, postbuses, boats, and many mountain railways and cable cars. It applies to routes in over 90 cities and towns, allowing travelers to reach major attractions and natural sights with a 50% reduction on the standard fare for individual tickets.
To use the Swiss Half Fare Card, first purchase it as an e-ticket. Then, when buying individual tickets for trains, buses, boats, or mountain transport, select the "Half Fare Card" option or "with Half Fare Card" when purchasing your point-to-point tickets. You must carry your valid Half Fare Card (digital or printout) along with your identification during your journey, as conductors will check both.
The Swiss Half Fare Card provides a 50% discount on individual tickets for most public transport, requiring you to buy separate tickets for each journey. The Swiss Travel Pass, on the other hand, offers unlimited travel on trains, buses, and boats on consecutive days, and often includes free entry to museums and discounts on mountain excursions. The Half Fare Card is usually better for shorter stays or if you plan fewer trips, while the Travel Pass is ideal for extensive, daily travel.
While the Swiss Half Fare Card offers wide coverage, some specific services might not be included or only offer a reduced discount. This typically applies to very private or niche mountain railways, special tourist buses, or certain scenic routes where only a small reduction might apply instead of the full 50%. Always check the specific route or attraction's website for exact discount applicability before travel.
The Swiss Half Fare Card enables travelers to save money by allowing them to purchase all standard train, bus, boat, and most mountain transport tickets at half their original price. For example, if a standard ticket costs CHF 50, with the Half Fare Card, you only pay CHF 25. This significant 50% reduction on all individual fares helps reduce overall travel expenses, especially for longer distances or multiple journeys throughout your trip.
The Swiss Half Fare Card is most advantageous for travelers visiting Switzerland for a period of less than a week, or for those who plan to make a few expensive journeys (like long train rides or mountain excursions) but not travel extensively every day. It's also suitable if you prefer flexibility in buying tickets on demand, rather than committing to a daily pass. Calculate your estimated travel costs to see if the 50% discount outweighs the card's initial purchase price.
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