Yelp Review 2026 #69:…read more
Traveling north to south and east to west of Switzerland for 2 weeks, it made sense to get Swiss Travel Pass. It gives you unlimited rides on trains, trams, buses and boats all over Switzerland. It's not time/ date-specific so you won't have to worry about out missing your train and have to get another ticket. It won't matter, you just take the next one.
There are 2 classes: 1st class for $820 for 15 days vs 2nd class for $520 for 15 days; 1st class for $460 for 3 days vs 2nd class for $290. They also have passes available for 4, 6 and 8 days. You must buy directly from their website. If you see anything being sold anywhere else, it's probably a scam or a pain in the you know what should you need to change something with your booking and getting your pass.
Now, it's not for everyone. If you're planning to stay in just 1 or 2 cantons/ cities in Switzerland, it's not worth it. If you're planning to like Uber, it's also not worth getting a Swiss Travel Pass.
Swiss public transportation is very efficient. They're always early or on time. I've only seen one train arrive late. Buses are hit and miss and it's usually caused by passengers taking forever to get on/ off the bus - I've seen it with my own eyes. And there's also traffic.
Bernina Express and Glacier Express are also included in the Swiss Travel Pass. All you have to pay for is the seat reservation. Another benefit of getting the Swiss Travel Pass is you get free access (Finance Museum, St. Gallen Library, Red Cross Museum, etc.) to or discounts to some museums and attractions. Their website lists museums and attractions per city.
Should you get 1st class or 2nd class?
I enjoyed 1st class because it's less crowded and much quieter than 2nd class. The seat configuration is 1-2, 1-1, 2-2 in 1st class vs 2-2 and 4-4 in 2nd class. The seats are wider and you get more legroom in 1st class. There are power outlets, coat hangers, and more luggage space in 1st class. I got a lot of free stuff on the Bernina Express in 1st class and bigger panoramic windows too. So, it's really up to you.