Gornergrat Ticket: Swiss Travel Pass Benefits And Buying Guide

The Gornergrat Railway in Zermatt is one of Switzerland's most scenic train journeys, climbing 1469 metres over a distance of 9.4 kilometres. The Swiss Travel Pass is not accepted for the Gornergrat Railway as it is a private organisation. However, holders of a Swiss Travel Pass and other travel passes will receive a 50% discount on the normal ticket price. Tickets can be purchased online or at the counter or from a ticket machine at the Gornergrat valley station.

Where to buy tickets

Tickets for the Gornergrat train can be purchased online or in person. Buying tickets online in advance is recommended to skip the queues at the ticket desks and head straight for the electronic turnstiles to board the train. Tickets can be downloaded onto a SwissPass or printed at home. A QR code on the voucher can then be scanned at a ticket machine to obtain the ticket. Tickets can also be purchased at the counter or from a ticket machine at the Gornergrat valley station. Tickets can also be purchased at the Täsch station (Matterhorn Terminal Täsch), which has ticket counters and machines where you can buy a ticket to Zermatt and for the Gornergrat.

Discounts and deals

The Gornergrat Railway offers a range of discounts and deals to its passengers. The best deal is for children under 5.99 years in summer and under 8.99 years in winter, who travel for free. Children with the Junior Card also travel for free. Dogs are also allowed to travel for free.

Passengers with the following travel tickets can benefit from a 50% discount on the Gornergrat Railway:

• General season ticket
• Half-fare season ticket
• Swiss Half-fare Card
• Swiss Travel Pass
• Swiss Travel Pass Flex Combi
• Swiss Travel Pass Youth and Youth Flex

Passengers with the Eurail Pass, the SBB day pass, and the municipality day pass do not receive a discount on the ride.

Groups of 10 or more people are eligible for a 30% discount on the ticket price. Additional valid discount cards (GA, 1/2, etc.) will be considered.

Ticket types

There are several ticket types for the Gornergrat train, depending on your preferences and needs. Here are some options:

• Standard Ticket: This is the most basic option, which includes a return journey within 10 days of the chosen travel date. The standard ticket costs CHF 88, or CHF 44 with a Swiss travel pass or 1/2 tax card.
• Sledging Ticket: Available only in winter, this ticket covers the Zermatt-Rotenboden-Zermatt route and costs CHF 78, or CHF 58 with a Swiss travel pass or 1/2 tax card.
• SnowFunPass: This pass combines sledging and the Gornergrat experience, costing CHF 98, or CHF 68 with a Swiss travel pass or 1/2 tax card.
• Ski Season Ticket: If you visit during the ski season, your normal ski pass will include the Gornergrat and costs CHF 88.
• Half-Ticket: If you plan on hiking at the Gornergrat, you may consider purchasing a one-way ticket to the summit and then hiking to Riffelsee or Riffelalp. This can save you money, especially if you have an SBB half-fare card. The half-ticket costs CHF 28.50 from Zermatt to Gornergrat, CHF 9.50 from Gornergrat to Rotenboden, and CHF 20 from Riffelberg to Zermatt.
• Discounted Tickets: Children under 9 with a Wolli Card and those with a Junior Card travel for free. There is also a 50% discount for SBB Half Fare Card, Swiss Travel Pass, GA, and children aged 9 to 15 without Junior Cards. Additionally, groups of 10 or more people receive a 30% discount on the ticket price.
• Priority Boarding: For CHF 7, you can add priority boarding to your ticket, which allows you early access to the train and your choice of seats. This option is free for children under 6 if accompanied by an adult.
• Peak2Peak Ticket and Peak Pass: These tickets can be used for trips to Gornergrat and other mountains in Zermatt. They may be a good option if you plan to visit multiple attractions.

You can purchase your tickets online in advance or at the valley station in Zermatt. Buying tickets online allows you to skip the queues and head straight to the electronic turnstiles. Remember to compare prices for different ticket types and routes to find the most cost-effective option for your journey.

Seat reservations

You can purchase priority boarding as an add-on to your ticket at the official SBB tourist webshop: swissrailways.com. You can also buy your ticket and priority boarding at the Gornergrat valley station in Zermatt or at the Täsch station.

Ticket prices

The Gornergrat Railway offers flexible pricing depending on the route and season. The Zermatt-Gornergrat return ticket costs CHF 132 in the summer season (May-October) and CHF 96 in the winter season (November-April). The Swiss Travel Pass, Swiss Travel Pass Flex, Swiss Half Fare Card, and Adventure Card offer a 50% discount on these prices, so you'll pay CHF 66 in summer and CHF 48 in winter.

Children from 6 to 15.99 years old (without a Junior Card, Children's Co-Travel Card, or Family Card STS) receive a 50% discount. In summer, children up to 5.99 years old and in winter, up to 8.99 years old, travel free of charge. Children with the Junior Card and dogs also travel free.

Groups of 10 or more people receive a 30% discount on the ticket price, and additional valid discount cards (GA, 1/2, etc.) will be taken into account.

If you don't want to travel the entire route, you can buy the sections you want to travel by train individually as single sections. The Zermatt - Gornergrat return ticket may be cheaper than the individual legs, so it's worth comparing the prices.

You can buy your tickets online in advance through trusted websites or at the valley station in Zermatt. Buying tickets online allows you to skip the queues and head straight for the electronic turnstiles to board the train.

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