Half Fare Pass shipping costs

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A traveler is inquiring about purchasing the Swiss Half Fare Card at Zurich Airport without incurring shipping costs. They also want to know if the timetable and pricing for the Golden Pass from Montreux to Lucerne differs from regular train services.

Key takeaways:
  • You can buy the Swiss Half Fare Card online and receive it via email within 3 business days to avoid shipping fees.
  • The prices and timetable for the Golden Pass are generally separate, so check ahead for specific details.
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  • Anonymous
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    16 October 2016 at 15:03:50 #810238

    Hello,

    Is is possible to purchase the half fare pass at Zurich Airport? If I purchase online I have to pay $18 for shipping.

    Also, is there a separate timetable and price for the Golden Pass from Montreux to Lucerne or is it the same as taken the normal scheduled train from Montreux to Lucerne?

    Thanks

  • Annika
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    7328 posts
    Reply 1 of 3 • 16 October 2016 at 15:40:45 #856584

    Hi arafael86,

    Swiss Half Fare Card points of sale are listed here. It looks like you picked one that doesn’t offer print at home yet. I’d recommend to visit http://www.swissrailways.com/ en instead. After filling out your details, it shows delivery options. Pick “Online Ticket” there. You will receive the card through e-mail within 3 business days, without shipping costs.

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    Reply 2 of 3 • 17 October 2016 at 16:25:48 #856585

    Hi!

    Im planning to go to Zurich from Germany. Will the Half fare pass be applicable? Or it is only applicable on journeys within Switzerland?

    The Jungfrau trip cost 183euro, will a 50% discount be applicable as well?

    Thank you.

    Arno
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    15730 posts
    Reply 3 of 3 • 17 October 2016 at 17:12:14 #856586

    Hi Sleeoliver, welcome to MySwissAlps.com!

    The card gets you discounts on all routes on the Swiss Half Fare Card map, including Jungfraujoch, excluding Germany.

    Please post further questions in a new thread. Thanks!

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