Swiss Train Travel Made Easy – Your Ultimate Guide

Leave stress behind with this guide to easy train travel in Switzerland. All my local tips, tricks and information to help you navigate the Swiss trains with ease!

Why Buy This Guide?

If you have never traveled by train in Switzerland before and have 1000 questions, this is the guide for you!

  • Stress-free Train Travel: Insider tips on navigating stations, finding your train, and getting comfortable on board
  • Maximum Enjoyment On-Board: Finding food, storing luggage, power outlets and WiFi, as well as family-friendly options
  • Save Time & Money: Tips on buying tickets, getting discounts and avoiding fines
  • Common Questions: No more confusion with all the most common questions answered – ticket validity, missing connections, do they speak English & more

What’s Inside The Guide?

This is a detailed 39-page guide that provides all the information you need about finding, catching, and using the Swiss train system.

Here is a copy of the table of contents so you can see what is inside:

  • Buying Tickets
    • When Do You Need A Ticket
    • Where Can You Buy Tickets
    • Applying The Half Fare Card Discount To Tickets
    • Special Prices For Children, Seniors & Dogs
    • Tickets To Other European Countries
    • How Far Ahead Should You Buy Your Tickets
    • Printing Out Your Tickets
    • Buying Tickets For Others
    • Reserving Seats
    • Ticket Refunds
    • Do You Need To Validate Your Ticket?
  • Types of Tickets
    • Point-to-Point Tickets
    • Zone Tickets
    • Class Upgrades
    • Super Saver Tickets
    • Saver Day Pass
    • Catching Your Train & Getting Comfortable
    • Arriving Early
  • At The Station
    • City Train Stations
    • Towns & Smaller Train Stations
    • How Do You Find Your Train
    • Navigating Large Train Stations
    • Moving Between Platforms (Stairs, Ramps & Elevators)
    • Finding Your Carriage
    • How Do You Find A Seat
    • Finding A Seat When It Is Busy
    • Storing Luggage On The Train
    • Opening Doors
  • Train Station Services
    • Luggage Lockers
    • Luggage Storage
    • Train Station Toilets
    • Wifi At The Station
    • Grabbing A Bite To Eat (Before You Get On)
  • On The Train 27
    • First vs Second Class
    • Toilets, Bathrooms or WCs?
    • Power Outlets
    • Wi-Fi on Trains & at Train Stations
    • Restaurant Carriages
    • Family Carriages
    • Bicycles
  • Frequently Asked Questions
    • I Need To Buy My Tickets Ahead Of Time?
    • Can I Buy A Ticket On The Train?
    • Can I Get Off The Train Along The Way?
    • What If I Miss My Train or Connection?
    • How Punctual Are Swiss Trains?
    • How Do I Make Connections Between Trains?
    • Do Trains Run Frequently?
    • Are There Direct Trains Between Major Cities?
    • Is English Widely Spoken on Trains and in Stations?
    • Are Trains Wheelchair Accessible?