Getting around Switzerland

Public transportation

The Swiss transport system is extensive, highly efficient, punctual to a fault and a fantastic example of integrated transportation.

By train

The Swiss Federal Railway system runs an extensive network of trains throughout the country.

Typically, simple single or return tickets are, invariably, the most expensive options. If you're in Switzerland for more than a day or two you will probably find that one of the various national or regional passes more economical.

Swiss transport ticketing, however, is a complex affair with a variety of options available. There are a number of national and regional passes. More information is also available at www.swisstravelsystem.ch

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By air

Travelling around Switzerland by air is, in reality, for a a tourist a complete waste of time. Unless you're doing the Geneva/Lugano route, you'll probably find that with all the stuffing about the train is either (a) quicker or (b) easier or (c) both quicker and easier.

  1. SWISS operate domestic flights from Euroairport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg, Geneva Airport, Lugano Airport and Zürich Unique Airport
  2. Darwin Airlines operate domestic flights from Berne Belp Airport, Geneva Airport and Lugano Airport

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