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Jungfrau Travel Pass 2026 in detail - how it works, and alternatives Copy link to clipboard

The Jungfrau Travel Pass is the hop-on hop-off pass for the Jungfrau Region. See how it works and what your other options are.

Train from Jungfraujoch arriving at Kleine Scheidegg
Ticket type: Public transport pass
Season: 14 December 2025 - 12 December 2026
Valid for max. 8 days
Included area: Jungfrau Region

Jungfrau Travel Pass summary

  • The pass includes unlimited travel for 3 to 8 consecutive days in most of the Jungfrau Region. See what’s included and download the validity map.
  • The price is CHF 210 for 3 days, up to CHF 330 for 8 days. View all prices and discounts.
  • It is only available for 2nd class travel.
  • I recommend the Jungfrau Travel Pass for short stays in the Jungfrau Region (Interlaken, Grindelwald, Lauterbrunnen, Mürren, Wengen), but not if you want to explore more of the Bernese Oberland.
  • I advise buying the pass from the official SBB tourist webshop: swissrailways.com.

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What’s covered by the Jungfrau Travel Pass?

Scenic trainDiscount
GoldenPass guide & pricesFree:
  • Brienz to Interlaken West (train)
More information:

Lucerne to Brienz (train): no discount. Interlaken West to Montreux (train): no discount.

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How does the Jungfrau Travel Pass work?

The Jungfrau Travel Pass is easy to use: you can board and enjoy the ride without needing further tickets. Show the pass to the staff upon request.

How to start using the Jungfrau Travel Pass

The pass is ready to use once you’ve received it. Simply keep it on your phone.

  • You’ll receive a PDF file. This file has a QR code that train staff can scan from your smartphone.
  • There’s no need to add your pass to an e-wallet or an account.
  • Optionally, you can print backup copies of the pass on A4- or letter-sized paper.
  • The pass is ready to use if it includes all information like the start date, passenger name, and birth date. Your name may be truncated if it’s too long to fit on the pass, but that’s no problem.

In case you have received a voucher, you first need to obtain the actual pass. You can do so at any staffed train station in the region. You’ll then receive a paper pass.

The travel days of the Jungfrau Travel Pass

The travel days are consecutive. The pass start date is the first travel day. The pass will expire after the number of days you purchased it for, even if you don’t travel each day.

Seat reservations

You don’t need seat reservations for traveling in the Jungfrau Region. All you need is your Jungfrau Travel Pass. The only exception is the Jungfraujoch trip. If you need or want reservations for this excursion, you must arrange for them separately. Seat reservations are not included in the pass.

What to present to on-board staff

Once you’re on board, you will need to present your Jungfrau Travel Pass (and the discounted ticket if applicable) to the staff upon request. The ticket controller may want to check your passport as well, to make sure you’re the owner of the pass.

When do you need additional tickets?

There are two types of trips:

  1. Trips on routes that allow free travel. You can just board any train, bus, boat, et cetera on such routes. You do not need a ticket.
  2. Trips on routes that allow discounted traveling. You need to arrange for a discounted ticket at the ticket office of staffed rail stations, from a ticketing machine, or online.

There are various cable cars that also allow free travel. If you can’t scan your Jungfrau Travel Pass to enter the cableway or funicular, ask the personnel upon showing your pass. They’ll provide a free ticket to open the access gates.

My tips – what not to miss

  • Do at least one boat ride on Lake Thun or Lake Brienz. If the weather isn’t great in the Jungfrau Region, chances are that it’s better on the lakes.
  • Take the free ride up to Harder Kulm for a good view of Interlaken and the lakes.
  • The cogwheel train to Schynige Platte offers a spectacular and scenic ride.

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Jungfrau Travel Pass FAQ

  1. How do I know if the Jungfrau Travel Pass is my best option?

    If you’re sure you only want to explore the Jungfrau Region, it’s a great option. If you want to explore more of the Bernese Oberland, I recommend the Berner Oberland Pass instead. It includes a much bigger area, so you’ll be more flexible.

    If you visit the Jungfrau Region in winter, the Jungfrau Hiking and Sledging Pass might be better for you.

    For traveling in multiple Swiss regions, a pass such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Swiss Travel Pass Flex, or Swiss Half Fare Card is better.

    You can search for further alternatives here.

  2. Is the Jungfrau Travel Pass the same as the Berner Oberland Pass?

    No, the Jungfrau Travel Pass covers a much smaller area than the Berner Oberland Pass. The Jungfrau Region is only a small part of the Bernese Oberland.

  3. Is the Jungfrau Travel Pass the same as the Jungfrau Hiking and Sledging Pass and the Unlimited Jungfrau Winter Pass?

    No. They have many similarities but are not the same. The Jungfrau Hiking and Sledging Pass is valid in the winter season only. It includes a couple of ski lifts that are not covered by the Jungfrau Travel Pass.

    There’s also the Unlimited Jungfrau Winter Pass. But that’s valid for the entire winter season, and therefore much more expensive. It’s only worth considering if you plan a long winter stay with intensive use of ski lifts and mountain transport.

  4. Is the Jungfrau Travel Pass the same as the Unlimited Jungfrau Summer Pass?

    In a way, yes. The Unlimited Jungfrau Summer Pass is an extended version of the Jungfrau Travel Pass. It has similar coverage, but is valid during the entire summer season: from early April to late November. That’s why it’s much more expensive than the 3- to 8-day Jungfrau Travel Pass.

    I only recommend looking into the Unlimited Jungfrau Summer Pass if you’re planning intensive traveling in the Jungfrau Region for weeks or more.

  5. Is the Jungfrau Travel Pass the same as the Jungfrau Railways Pass, the Jungfrau VIP Pass, or the Top of Europe Pass?

    No. These 3 passes don’t exist anymore. There have been various regional passes and name changes in the last few years. If you run into old pass names, things may get confusing.

    The Jungfrau Railways Pass and Jungfrau VIP Pass were for sale until 2015. The Top of Europe Pass was available until 2022.

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