How to find train using Swiss Travel Pass
A traveler has purchased a 15-day Swiss Travel Pass and is looking for the best way to plan their train routes in Switzerland. They want advice on whether to use the SBB app to check train options or if there's a better method available. The traveler is eager to get accurate information about trains, platforms, and schedules.
- Use the SBB app for planning your train journey, as it provides details on trains, times, and platforms.
- Always double-check departure displays at train stations for any last-minute changes.
- Download the SBB app for easy access to travel information while in Switzerland.
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Hi,
I purchased a 15 day Swiss Travel Pass. What is the best way to find out what train, platform, times, etc. to use for a route? Should I type my route into the SBB app as though I would purchase a ticket, just to look at the options? Or is there a better way to plan/find my train?
Thank you!
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The SBB app is the best way to get data on trains, times, routes, platforms, etc. If you select your starting & end points, date, and time, you’ll get a list of potential trains & departure times. Clicking on one of those expands the listing to show platform numbers, walking times if changing trains, and you can open the “show on map” option on the right side of the listing to indicate route, stops, etc. The “advanced” option when setting up your initial inquiry allows you to select/deselect the various forms of transportation too, which can be handy if you are looking only for boats, or don’t want to include buses.
I’m sure there is a link or thread on this site that explains in more detail how to use the SBB app, but I don’t know it. Using the SBB app is actually pretty easy after the 1st or 2nd time. If you get a Traveler’s WiFi you can almost always have access to the app wherever you go in Switzerland. We used it daily during our trips.
But don’t forget to double check the departure displays in the train stations, just in case something got switched. Doubtful, but it could happen.
Hi ohjewelio,
Welcome to MySwissAlps.
CabinJon is right. To plan your journey on trains, buses, trams and boats, you can use the SBB timetable. You can find more details here: http://www.myswissalps.com/timetable
For convenience, I recommend downloading the app from this page: http://www.myswissalps.com/aboutswitzerland/practical/websites (under public transport)
Regards,
Anna
Thank you…that is helpful!
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