Mountain railway
Pilatus ticket
Central Switzerland · Pilatus-Bahnen
Swiss mountain railway tickets
Mountain tickets by route and valley station
Every mountain railway has its own valley stations, route sections, discounts and operating times.
- Central Switzerland, Bernese Oberland and Zermatt
- Single, return or round-trip products
- Check pass reductions for the exact section
Mountain destinations
Tickets by destination
Pilatus tickets
Plan a trip from Kriens or Alpnachstad, or a round trip from Lucerne.
Rigi tickets
Distinguish the cogwheel railways from Vitznau or Arth-Goldau and other Rigi lines.
Titlis tickets
Check the cable-car route from Engelberg and separately priced activities.
Jungfraujoch tickets
Choose the route via Eigergletscher or Kleine Scheidegg and note the seat rule.
Grindelwald-First tickets
Keep the gondola journey separate from the adventure activities.
Schilthorn tickets
Start in Stechelberg or Mürren and select the complete mountain section.
Matterhorn Glacier Paradise
Cable-car journey from Zermatt with changes to the mountain station.
Gornergrat tickets
Cogwheel railway from Zermatt with optional intermediate stops.
Glacier 3000 tickets
Cable car from Col du Pillon, subject to the current operating status.
Tickets and passes
Mountain railway tickets at a glance
Open the destination page before selecting the route, direction and any reduction in the offer.
Mountain railways on the map
Valley stations, lines and summits at a glance
The map groups the mountain railways by region and shows which valley station leads to each summit.
- cable car: Kriens–Pilatus Kulmcogwheel railway: Alpnachstad–Pilatus KulmHighest mapped stop: 2,073 m
- from Arth-Goldau: Arth-Goldau–Rigi Kulmfrom Vitznau: Vitznau–Rigi KulmHighest mapped stop: 1,798 m
- Engelberg–Klein TitlisHighest mapped stop: 3,028 m
- CabriO StanserhornStans–StanserhornHighest mapped stop: 1,850 m
- Train to Grindelwald Terminal: Interlaken Ost–Grindelwald TerminalEiger Express: Grindelwald Terminal–EigergletscherJungfrau Railway: Eigergletscher–Jungfraujochvia Lauterbrunnen: Interlaken Ost–JungfraujochReservation required Highest mapped stop: 3,454 m
- Stechelberg–SchilthornHighest mapped stop: 2,970 m
- Grindelwald–FirstHighest mapped stop: 2,168 m
- HarderbahnHarderbahn valley station–Harder KulmHighest mapped stop: 1,322 m
- Schynige Platte RailwayWilderswil–Schynige PlatteHighest mapped stop: 1,967 m
- Brienz Rothorn RailwayBrienz–Brienzer RothornHighest mapped stop: 2,244 m
- Zermatt–GornergratNo reservation required Highest mapped stop: 3,089 m
- Zermatt–Matterhorn Glacier ParadiseHighest mapped stop: 3,821 m
- Col du Pillon–Scex RougeHighest mapped stop: 2,971 m
- Rochers-de-Naye RailwayMontreux–Rochers-de-NayeHighest mapped stop: 1,968 m
Cable car or funicular
The map shows the mountain railways compared on this page, not the entire Swiss rail network.
Destinations by starting region
| Region | Mountain railways | Common base | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Switzerland | Pilatus, Rigi and Titlis | Lucerne or Engelberg | |
| Jungfrau Region | Jungfraujoch and Grindelwald-First | Interlaken or Grindelwald | |
| Lauterbrunnen valley | Schilthorn | Stechelberg, Lauterbrunnen or Mürren | |
| Zermatt | Gornergrat and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise | Zermatt, using different valley stations | |
| Vaud Alps | Glacier 3000 | Col du Pillon near Les Diablerets |
Choosing a ticket
Four details to check before buying
Table of Contents
1. Exact valley and mountain stations
One mountain may have several railways and access points. Pilatus has routes from Kriens and Alpnachstad, while Rigi is served from Vitznau, Arth-Goldau and further cableways. In Zermatt, the Gornergrat Railway and Matterhorn Glacier Paradise use different valley stations. Identify the exact start and end points first.
2. Single, return or round trip
A single ticket does not automatically bring you back. A return covers both directions on the selected route. Round trips may also include a boat, bus or second mountain railway. The product name should match the route you intend to follow.
3. Use a reduction only with valid proof
The Swiss Travel Pass, Swiss Half Fare Card and regional passes do not work in the same way on every mountain railway. Select a reduced option only when you can present the required pass on the travel date. The current validity map from the pass issuer or railway is decisive.
4. Operating status and last descent
Mountain railways may have seasonal timetables, maintenance closures and weather interruptions. Check the live status on the day and leave enough time for the last descent, especially before a connecting train or flight.
Updated August 2026. Check operations, pass validity and the return journey with the relevant mountain railway before buying.
Coverage by mountain railway
Where passes and discount cards apply
The rules differ by railway. If a combination is absent, do not assume that travel is included or discounted.
| Route | Swiss Travel Pass | Swiss Half Fare Card | Berner Oberland Pass | Jungfrau Travel Pass | Lucerne Travel Pass |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus mountain transport | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | Not included | Not specified | Included |
| Rigi Railways | Included | 50 % discount | Not specified | Not specified | Included |
| Titlis mountain transport | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | Not specified | Included |
| CabriO Stanserhorn | Included | 50 % discount | Not specified | Not specified | Included |
| Jungfraujoch railway | 25 % discount | 50 % discount | 25 % discount Reservation separate | Discounted | Not specified |
| Schilthorn mountain transport | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | Included | Not specified | Not specified |
| Grindelwald-First cableway | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | Included | Not specified |
| Harderbahn | Included | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | Included | Not specified |
| Schynige Platte Railway | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | Included | Included | Not specified |
| Brienz Rothorn Railway | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | Included | Not specified | Included |
| Gornergrat Railway | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Matterhorn Glacier Paradise lifts | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Glacier 3000 cableway | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Rochers-de-Naye Railway | 50 % discount | 50 % discount | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
The table covers the named mountain services. Connecting trains, buses, boats and activities may be treated differently.
Swiss mountain railways
Common questions
Does the Swiss Travel Pass include every mountain railway? +
No. Depending on the exact section, you may receive free travel, a reduction or no discount. Check the current validity map.
Does a ticket always include the return journey? +
No. Products may be sold as singles, returns, day passes or round trips. The selected option must cover your journey back down.
Must I reserve a time? +
That depends on the railway and season. A valid ticket does not guarantee a particular departure time at every destination.
What happens in poor weather? +
Weather and operating conditions may affect the journey. Check the live status and your seller’s cancellation terms before setting out.
Taking several trains during your trip?
Compare the individual mountain tickets with a nationwide or regional rail pass.