Ride Swiss Trains Like a Pro! | How To Get From Zurich Airport to Interlaken | SBB Train Tickets
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This step-by-step Guide teaches you:
1 | How to pick and purchases Swiss train passes and tickets
2 | How to master the SBB Mobile App (including SBB timetables)
3 | How to ride like a pro from any station to your destination!
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// ABOUT THIS VIDEO //
All aboard! 🚂 ●This video is all about simplifying Swiss public transportation. We take you along for the journey from the Zurich Airport to Interlaken, stopping in Bern and Spiez along the way.
You’ll hear about our Swiss train travel mistakes (yikes!) and learn how you can avoid them on your first trip to Switzerland!
●ZURICH AIRPORT
Thankfully it’s easy to navigate from the Zurich Airport to the train station, and we show you how. (In fact, it’s pretty easy to do this in the Geneva Airport and Basel Airport too!)
●HOW TO BUY A SWISS TRAIN TICKET
There are 4 ways to buy Swiss train tickets. And for 99% of travelers, it makes sense to look into Switzerland rail passes as well. We briefly explain these options in this video.
●FINDING THE PLATFORM
Whether you’re riding a 🚂train, 🚌bus, ⛴boat, 🚋tram, 🚇metro, 🚠cable car, 🚡gondola, or 🚞funicular, you’ll need to find your platform to make sure you’re in the right place. We show you exactly how to navigate from the ticket office to the platform. It’s easy when you know what you’re looking for!
●RIDING THE TRAINS IN SWITZERLAND
It’s a breeze to travel Switzerland by train - and we show you how! From on-board amenities to navigation screens to enjoying the restaurant. We even take you along when we have to switch trains so you can learn how to do this too.
●RIDE LIKE A PRO
Wanna show up in Switzerland confident that you can navigate from Point A to Point B?
Know how, when, and where to buy train tickets?
Know exactly which Swiss train pass will save you money?
Understand the SBB timetable and Swiss train schedule?
Know when there’s a bathroom or restaurant on board?
Now you can, with our ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SWISS TRANSPORTATION.
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This step-by-step guide teaches you:
1 | How to pick and purchases Swiss train passes and tickets
2 | How to master the SBB Mobile App
3 | How to ride like a pro from any station to your destination!
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Thanks so much for putting this together - super helpful for a solo traveler like me who has no idea what I'm doing.
You are very welcome! Swiss transportation can be confusing so we hope to help others master it and travel like a pro.
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Love your videos guys. - My SBB train experience…. The floor space between back to back seats is a good place to store medium to smaller-large suitcases. // Putting your feet up on seats is a no no. // First class cars are not just normally quiet. It is expected that you keep your voice down to the point that others cannot hear you converse. // Always greet conductors first when approaching them to ask a question. // You can purchase half-fare train tickets without showing your half-fare card but you do need to show your card (paper or stored in the SBB phone app) to the conductor on the train. // Even when a seat appears to be unoccupied, if there are others sitting immediately next to or within that group of seats, it is considered polite to ask them if it’s OK to sit there. // As noted in the video, it is always helpful while you are waiting for a train to take note of the overhead displays with regard to which sections of the platform the first and second class cars of the next train will be situated at when the train stops. // SBB ticket offices at the largest stations, sell some interesting travel gear and Swiss tchotchkes such as replica Mondaine SBB station clocks.
Great observations Tim-we totally agree with you!
My husband and I were nervous when we went to Italy and Switzerland this year because we have very little experience with public transportation. But Switzerland made public transportation so easy! We were amazed at how easy it was to get around. The only time we had to ask someone for help was to confirm that Flughafen was the airport.
Side note: I showed my husband your videos a year ago and they convinced him to go to Switzerland, and we can't wait to go back!
Hi Meg! We're so glad you had such a great experience in Switzerland. Hope you make it back very soon!!
You said you went to Italy too. We are going from Interlaken to Lake Como and aren't sure the best transportation. What did you do?
Both of you are just AWESOME! Great video, as always. Thank you.
Thank you! Glad it was helpful!
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Thanks it is a very useful video for us, the first-time visitors 😊
So glad it was helpful to you!
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Over a year away from going to Switzerland. Already doing my homework. I will be getting your bundle deal soon!
Sounds like you'll be ready for your trip! Glad we can help you prepare:)
I just got back from Switzerland and took that very same train. Your guide would have been helpful to us as it can get stressful.
Navigating the train stations can be stressful! Wish our guide could have been in your hands when you were there:)
This was my biggest concern getting from Zurich airport to Interlaken. From what I saw at first was going to Zurich HB first never new one could go directly from the airport. So thanks to this video of yours - 1 less thing to stress about.
So glad we could help Nicholas!
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Thanks!
Thank you for your generosity! 😊We’re happy to help, and hope you feel more confident about traveling from Zurich Airport to Interlaken 👍
this is very helpful. thanks a lot. we are going next month, can't wait :)
Glad we could be helpful! Hope you have a wonderful trip!
If you have an extra hour to spare and it's not evening, I'd recommend instead to take the train not through Bern but through Luzern. The ride Zürich-Luzern-Interlaken is about 3 hours and its second half (after Lucerne) is on a narrow-gauge cog-wheel train traversing the separating mountain range, with _phenomenal views._ The odd thing is that this panoramic connection is _cheaper_ than the one through Bern! Also, depending on how jet-lagged and tired you are, consider going 1st class for this ride, esp. if the SBB app on your phone (you did install it beforehand, didn't you?) shows the airport train will be crowded. BTW, you can install that app and hook up your credit card to it, it doesn't have to be a Swiss card. This way you can buy tickets skipping the potential lines.
yes, that's the route we're going to take. from Lucerne to Interlaken, it's interlaken Express, overlaps with part of golden pass line with panorama coach.
@@jijiwaiwai6747 The cool thing is that the Lucerne-Interlaken train is nothing "special" in terms of pricing or fancy cars (almost all cars on that train have panoramic (tall) windows). It runs every hour and is used by locals as a commuter train. You can recognise them easily by their falling asleep while breathtaking panoramas are gliding by. The Interlaken-Montreux train can also be very cheap if it's not high season. The reason is that the tickets are cheap but its _seat reservations_ are expensive. The day before you can check on the web how many seats have already been taken, and if the train is mostly empty, you can take a very good chance on buying the ticket _only_ (IIRC it's 22 CHF with the HalfFare pass).
@@JanPBtest thanks a lot for the tip!
Great video - I think because I use a lot of public transport in the uk, Swiss trains don’t worry me (and they’ll be on time too!) I love the route to Interlaken from Zurich via Lucerne- that’s a heck of a view :)
It's mainly our American friends (who, like us, didn't really grow up using public transportation) that need the help with trains :)
@@AplinsintheAlps - that’s very true - it’s all good advice though :)
Thank you!
Awesome! Would love to see zurich-lucerne if you don't already have it!
We don’t have that, but it’s super similar! You can use the SBB app to find the route!
What a very detailed amazing video you have put together .
Thanks.
Just quickly was rhe main difference between. Interlaken ost and west? Which is better to stay in while we use that place as a hub to training to over towns such as grindelwald?
Also would you say stay in grindelwald and use that instead as a hub ? Thanks David
It's about a 10-15 minute walk between the two stations. Honestly, either is fine, but staying near the Ost station would be better if you expect to spend most of your time in the mountains around Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald.
But here's a link to a video we made to help you make this important decision!! czcams.com/video/4CR9oGeWw6I/video.html
Hello. Love your videos, thank you for taking the time to share so much information with us. I am travelling to Switzerland in July. I will stay in Basel for a couple of days before going to Interlaken for 5 days, where I would also like to visit First and Grindelwald. Which train pass would you recommend?
So excited you'll be visiting!! If you haven't already, be sure to check out our Ultimate Guide to Swiss Train Passes, and the checklist that goes along with it: czcams.com/video/fzuP0hMUjFk/video.html
Hope that helps!
I just love love love all your head-ups and info!!! Which months do you think are the best to travel in Switzerland? I also plan to go to Paris in one go. I can’t stand cold weather tho as Im from Hawaii
Hi Carol! It sound like this video would be perfect for you: czcams.com/video/1qzwAKWh2n0/video.html
I focuses on the Jungfrau Region specifically, but it really applies for almost anywhere in Switzerland, especially if you plan to spend any time in the mountains.
@@AplinsintheAlps thanks!! Btw I just checked with the Swiss Travel Pass (6 days/ first class) and its like USD700- does it worth? Do we really take up to that much money on transport in 6 days?
We often recommend another pass or pass combination other than the Swiss Travel Pass. Check out this video where we do a deep dive: czcams.com/video/fzuP0hMUjFk/video.html
I always wanted to go to Switzerland
We hope you make it here one day!
You can do it! I always wanted to as well so im going next month so excited!
We are coming in June. We plan to stay in Zurich for two days and then on to Grindelwald for 7. Thanks to your information, we will be getting the Swiss half fare card and the Berner Oberland pass. Would it make sense to get the Zurich pass while in Zurich rather than just using the Swiss half fare card? Also, is a credit card connected to the Swiss half fare card so it charges you when you scan it or do you have to get tickets at a kiosk every time using public transport in Zurich? Say for instance getting on and off the bus or trains around town? Thanks for your wonderful videos and help!
Hi there! It really comes down to whether or not you'll save money buying the Zurich Pass. You probably won't for transportation alone, but it might be worth it if you also plan to visit a museum or two. You'll just need to price that out.
If you use the SBB Mobile App to buy your tickets (which we highly recommend!), you can link a credit card, and you can also enter your passengers and indicate to the app that they have half fare cards. Hope this helps!
Thanks for your video! Can I purchase all my train tickets selecting the half fare card option, 3 months in advance using the SBB app? I do not have a half fare card but I will purchase it in 3 months when I get to the train station. OR do I need to have already purchased the HFC before purchasing trading tickets at the HFC price?
Great question Catherine! You can go ahead and purchase tickets even without having the Half Fare Card. But honestly there's no reason to do so...we always buy our tickets while waiting on the train platform!!
About watching your luggage.....it seems that it would be difficult to do unless you find a seat right by the luggage racks. Any tips for keeping an eye on your belongings? What types of belongings can be brought to your seat? Would a standard carryon be allowed? This will be our first trip to Europe, so we're rather new to train travel. Thank you! Love your videos!
On most if not all trains there are racks above your head where small carryons and backpacks can be placed. Often there are hooks on the walls for smaller items (just don't forget them!). The best place for suitcases up to 22" that aren't overstuffed is a special space on the floor between the two rows of seats. Just slide your suitcase in on its side. I am careful and always have my luggage on the same car in which I'm traveling and face the direction where my luggage is located, but I've been traveling by train in Switzerland every year and I've never felt uncomfortable having my suitcase a bit of a ways from where I am seated.
Keep you valuables in a small bag or backpack you keep with you, and use a not too flashy suitcase that you can easily leave in the baggage racks. I travel regularly with baggage on Swiss trains, and I've never had a suitcase stolen; unfortunately I've already left behind a bag and a small backback, and they are not easy to obtain again anymore since lost baggage claim has become all digitalized...
Hey guys! First of all, thank you for sharing so many important information. I'm going to Switzerland in September and your videos are helping me A LOT. :) I only have one question: I have a ticket from Zurich to Luzern as it was my plan to stop there for some hours and the proceed to Interlaken later in the day, but I changed my plans and now I want to go directly to Lungern and I need to check: can I stay in the same train using two tickets - the Zurique-Luzern one and the Berner Oberland Pass that is valid from Luzern? Should I show both of them to the ticket inspector? Thank you!
If you have a ticket from Zurich to Lucerne AND the Berner Oberland Pass all valid for the same day, then yes you can take the route to Lungern (although you will have to change trains in Lucerne).
@@AplinsintheAlps Ah, good to know, thank you!
You're welcome!
Im going to zermatt from zurich airport. Do i have to book early or can i take the train ticket when i reach zurich airport
You can get your train ticket once you get there!
How far in advance can you buy Swiss Travel Pass before arriving in Switzerland? Does buying before arrival lock in rates in case of price increase?
Hi Jeff! The STP can usually be booked up to 6 months in advance. But in this case, the price will stay the same even as your trip dates get closer. So advanced booking doesn't usually lock in a lower price. Hope that helps!
Hello, my arrival in Zurich is 9pm. Is there any train available that time to interlaken?
Check the SBB app or website for specific time tables! Trains run regularly through the entire day 😊
is the train from zurich airport to interlaken ost either covered by jungfrau travel pass or berner oberland pass? if not, is it covered by the half price card?
Yes, the Half Fare Card works nearly everywhere throughout Switzerland. The Berner Oberland pass covers the route after Bern. The Jungfrau Travel Pass doesn’t cover anything until you reach Interlaken.
We have a trip a month later, I don't want to buy train tickets in advance because our plans can change. Is there a lot of price difference between buying the ticket online and buying it at the box office?
Nope, same prices! We always buy on the app while we're standing on the platform waiting for our train :)
Is the active time on the STP to the hour? In other words, if I buy an 8-day pass on 1st of the month at 12:00, does it stay active to 12:00 on the 9th?
Great question! It actually starts at midnight on the first day of validity and ends at 5:00am the day following the last day of validity. So make sure to get an early start!! :)
For STP, so we have to reserve seats? Or do we just get on any train that’s available?
Just hope on any train (bus, boat, etc) that's covered by the pass! The only exceptions are the scenic train rides which do require a seat reservation.
@@AplinsintheAlps thanks for the reply! Does this mean there will be a chance that we will be standing throughout the whole journey? We will be visiting Switzerland this summer!
There's always the chance of that when it's really busy during peak season. But for the most part, that would only be the case on shorter rides in the mountains. Enjoy!!
@@AplinsintheAlps thank you!! Planning a trip to Switzerland is really stressful and confusing but watching your videos really helps!
So glad we can help!!
Do you have info on how to travel on Swiss trains with a bike?
Hi there! We don't have any videos about that yet, but we do cover it in our Ultimate Guide to Swiss Transportation (Part 3): aplinsinthealps.com/guides/ultimate-guide-to-swiss-transportation/
@@AplinsintheAlps thanks 👍
What if you miss the connecting train ? Can you hop on to the next ?
Good question! It depends on the type of ticket you have, but in many cases, you can just hop on the next train as long as it's traveling the same route your ticket is for.
unless you have bought a super saver ticket with your SBB app, which is only valuable on the specific train, you can easily hop on the next one. You ticket will be valid, even if the train is a Eurocity, TGV or ICE train (as long as you're within Switzerland).
Should I need to buy ticket ahead, or I can buy on the spot
Either!
So easy I am 13 I I travel alone since I have been 7
I'm afraid that trains changes could be confusing. Never take trains before
The trains can be a little confusing but once you learn how to read the time tables, learn what all the symbols mean, and how to navigate the train station it feels a whole lot easier! We'd recommend checking out the guide mentioned in this video. It could really give you that confidence you need!
@@AplinsintheAlps thank you so much
What about people who are handicapped and use an electric wheelchair..
Hi Paul! Most of the trains have cabins with low-floor entry, which is perfect for a wheelchair or stroller. On the SBB app, you can see these indicated with an "NF" symbol. Hope this helps!
Recently, I’ve been using this app to purchase tickets at a significant discount because they’re having a sale. Let me know if you’d like me to share the link with you.
Interesting! We haven't been emailed about any sales - do you mean the Super Saver tickets??
I'm going to guess that Brett is a Scorpio and Jana is a Capricorn.
We’re not really into signs, but I think we’re both Virgo?
Why are your guides so expensive? 😦
For the value they provide, the money they save, and the custom itinerary, they’re a great deal! (Compared to using a travel agents for example). Often you’ll save more money by using our Guide than what you paid for it.
We have put extensive research into our Guides to ensure they are the best (and often the only) Guide of their kind available. We understand it’s an investment, but we’re confident you will more than get your money out of it! And thousands of happy customers agree 🙂
Do they ask for covid vaccine at the airport?
We did not experience this but you should research that information before you travel.
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$39 bundles? Seriously?
Just like you can read a sample of an e-book before you buy, these are sample pages from our Transportation Guide!
And according to our thousands of customers, $39 is a fantastic value because of the information included in all 4 parts of the bundle, particularly the checklists to discern exactly what you need, and the tutorials.
We understand this product isn’t for every type of traveler, but we appreciate constructive feedback. We hope you learned at least one new thing from this free video! 🙂
I arrived in Switzerland yesterday and I can confirm this video was not helpful at all. And don’t get even get me started on the guide they’re trying to scam people with in this video. And if you want an actual tip, do not sit on the left side of the train if you want the best view because once you get to Bern the train changes directions and you will be on the wrong side.
Out of curiosity, did you purchase and use our guide? We'd love to hear specifics regarding what wasn't helpful to you so we can better assist other travelers. Please email us at janaandbrett@aplinsinthealps.com to share more of your experiences with us.
As for sitting on the left side, we mention in the video that the left side is best coming from Bern on the way toward Interlaken-not during the entire ride. But thank you again for taking the time to share your experience with us!