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Ticket type: Public transport ticket
Season:
all year
Valid for max. 1 days
Included area: SwitzerlandSupersaver tickets come with restrictions – read before you buy!
- A Supersaver ticket is valid for a specific departure time only. It is invalid for any other train.
- You can’t take a break en route. The trip must be completed in one go.
- Supersaver tickets are not available for all connections and not during rush hours.
- Supersaver tickets can’t be changed or canceled. There are no refunds. Cancellation is possible through a refund form if you buy a Supsersaver Flex ticket, but that’s more expensive than the regular Supersaver ticket.
➤ Supersaver ticket example prices for 2026
| Looking for 1st class prices, other routes or other currencies? | Route | One-way or return | Class | Regular price | Supersaver ticket price (15-50% off) | Supersaver ticket price with Swiss Half Fare Card (50-70% off) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| View ticket prices and discounts (happyrail.com) | Zurich – Lucerne | One-way | 2nd | CHF 27 | CHF 15 – 23 | CHF 8 – 12 |
| View ticket prices and discounts (happyrail.com) | Geneva – Montreux | One-way | 2nd | CHF 32 | CHF 18 – 24 | CHF 9 – 12 |
| View ticket prices and discounts (happyrail.com) | Zurich – Bern | One-way | 2nd | CHF 53 | CHF 27 – 38 | CHF 15 – 19 |
| View ticket prices and discounts (happyrail.com) | Basel – Interlaken | One-way | 2nd | CHF 64 | CHF 37 – 63 | CHF 20 – 23 |
Pros and cons of Supersaver tickets
The main advantage is the low price.
Disadvantages are:
- Availability and prices are not guaranteed. That means that you cannot count on anything. As a result, Supersaver tickets aren’t a good option if you plan to travel a lot. If you do, a Swiss Travel Pass is likely a cheaper and more flexible option. Another alternative is a Swiss Half Fare Card for guaranteed discounts on regular tickets and on Saver Day Passes.
- Supersaver tickets are not flexible. The departure time is fixed and you can’t cancel (unless you buy a less economical Supersaver Flex ticket). For spontaneous exploring, a pass for unlimited hop-on hop-off travel is the better alternative.
How we use Supersaver tickets ourselves
Annika and I usually prefer to have a Swiss Travel Pass because of its flexibility. But for additional travel before or after the validity period of the Swiss Travel Pass, Supersaver tickets or Saver Day Passes can come in handy.
We never buy Supersaver tickets if there’s a chance we may miss our train. For example: using a Supersaver ticket after a long trip from abroad, which may be delayed, is not a good idea.
We sometimes buy a Supersaver ticket for a day trip. Typically we only do this for the outward journey in the morning, as the fixed departure time is no issue then. For our return trip, we prefer not to be tied to a specific departure time.
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FAQ about Switzerland Supersaver train tickets
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Do I need to buy tickets early?
Yes. Buying early increases your chances to find a low price. If you buy later, Supersaver tickets may be sold out or more expensive.
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Can I break my trip?
No. Trips need to be completed in one go. Alternatively, you can buy a Supersaver ticket for the first leg of your trip, and one for the second leg.
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Do I need seat reservations?
Mostly: no. Almost all Swiss trains (and other modes of transport) do not require reservations.
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Where can I buy Supersaver tickets?
Supersaver tickets can only be purchased online.
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I missed my train, can I get a refund?
No, a Supersaver ticket is not valid for other trains.
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What if I missed a connecting train?
If your Supersaver ticket trip includes a connection, and the first train is late, you may miss the second train. In that case, you’re allowed to take the next train to complete your trip. You’ll have to use the same route and travel in the same class. You need confirmation of a ticket inspector or the vendor you bought your ticket from to use your Supersaver ticket for the next connection.
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What if my train was canceled?
In that case, the same applies: with confirmation from a ticket inspector or sales agent, you can use your Supersaver ticket for the next train on the same route and in the same class.
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I could not travel because of an emergency, can I get a refund?
If you have a doctor’s certificate of illness, or death of a member of your travel party, a refund should be possible. You will need to contact the vendor of your ticket.
The less economical Supersaver Flex ticket can be refunded more easily. You’ll have to fill out a refund form.
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Are there Supersaver return tickets?
No, they’re only for one-way trips. You can try to find another one for the return trip.
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Are there Supersaver tickets to/from the airports?
There might be. Availability is never guaranteed. It’s not a good idea to buy a Supersaver ticket to use immediately after arrival. If your plane is late you’ll lose your money. Buy a regular ticket or a pass instead.
For the trip back to the airport, Supersaver tickets can be great.
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Is a Supersaver ticket the same as a “Sparbillett”?
Yes. “Sparbillett” is the German name for a Supersaver ticket.
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Is a Supersaver ticket the same as a Saver Day Pass?
No. A Supersaver ticket is valid for one route and one departure time. The Saver Day Pass allows unlimited travel for one day.
➤ Where to buy your Supersaver tickets: websites I trust
- Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) is the train operator in 70% of Switzerland. SBB.ch is mostly aimed at Swiss residents.
- For the best SBB customer support, we recommend the official SBB shop for tourists instead: www.swissrailways.com.
- No Extra Support: if you buy here, MySwissAlps cannot assist if you have questions about your order.
How to buy Supersaver tickets
Supersaver tickets should be bought online. They aren’t always available and can sell out. Prices vary depending on the route, time of travel, purchase date, and 1st or 2nd class.
Here’s how to get the lowest price:
- First, decide if you’ll be using a rail pass. With some rail passes, you don’t need tickets at all.
- If you haven’t decided to get another pass, consider buying a Swiss Half Fare Card to get lower ticket fares. The Swiss Half Fare Card provides discounts on regular tickets and on Supersaver tickets.
- Supersaver tickets become available from 6 months ahead of time. You can best buy them as soon as you’re sure that your travel date and time are fixed.
- Go to one of the ticket websites. Fill out your departure/arrival station, date, and time. If Supersaver tickets are available, they will be listed among the options. The listed options may have links to ticket details, where you can see exact ticket conditions. If you’re flexible, you can check if earlier or later trains are cheaper. For long trips, you may see Saver Day Passes listed as the cheapest option instead.
- Buy the ticket. It’s a pdf file, so you can store it on your phone. You don’t have to add the ticket to an e-wallet or any account. If you want, you can print out one or multiple back-up copies.
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