Buy Swiss Half Fare Card before I arrive?

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    28 May 2018 at 23:43:16 #816285

    Should I buy a half fare pass before I get to Switzerland or at the Zurich station on arrival? I understand buying it before I arrive will avoid possible lineups. I understand it would be a paper pass (either print-at-home or mailed to me). Is there a problem with only having a paper pass (not a card)? I’ve read that some stations will not be manned and you would need a plastic pass with a strip so you couldn’t use your paper pass.

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    Arno
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    29 May 2018 at 4:39:48 #886637

    Hi Helene,

    Even though it is called a card, it is always a piece paper, regardless of where you buy it. You do not need a card to access stations.

    You’ll find the purchase options here: http://www.myswissalps.com/sw isshalffarecard/price.

    Buying in advance is the most convenient option. You can skip the ticket office and buy your discounted tickets from the machines or online.

    Have a good trip!

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