Jungfrau region

Is Jungfraujoch included in the Half Fare Travelcard?

Answer

No

Jungfraujoch is not free with the Half Fare Travelcard, but you get a discount. Buy a reduced ticket from the operator before boarding. A seat reservation is mandatory on Kleine Scheidegg → Eigergletscher and Eigergletscher → Jungfraujoch.

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Wengen → Jungfraujoch, segment by segment

  1. Wengen → Kleine ScheideggWengernalpbahnDiscountReservation: Not required · Supplement: None
  2. Kleine Scheidegg → EigergletscherJungfraubahnDiscountReservation: Mandatory · Supplement: None
  3. Eigergletscher → JungfraujochJungfraubahnDiscountReservation: Mandatory · Supplement: None

What to buy

Conditions

  • Your pass class matches the class you travel in (this guide assumes 2nd class).

Dates that change the answer

  • 5 October 2026 – 31 October 2026: Seat reservation mandatory on the Jungfrau Railway (Kleine Scheidegg/Eigergletscher ↔ Jungfraujoch) until 31 October 2026, CHF 10 per person; one reservation covers the return journey and is bought separately from the ticket. Some third-party pages still show the 2025 period (May–August); the operator’s 2026 dates apply.
  • 1 November 2026 – 12 December 2026: From 1 November a paid seat reservation (CHF 10) is strongly recommended, not mandatory.

Other ways to Jungfraujoch

  • Interlaken Ost → Grindelwald Terminal → Eigergletscher → JungfraujochRailza has not fully verified Jungfraujoch with the Half Fare Travelcard yet. 2 of 3 segments are confirmed. Check with the operator before you travel.Under review
  • Grindelwald → Kleine Scheidegg → Eigergletscher → JungfraujochNo, Jungfraujoch is not free with the Half Fare Travelcard, but you get a discount. Buy a reduced ticket from the operator before boarding. A seat reservation is mandatory on Kleine Scheidegg → Eigergletscher and Eigergletscher → Jungfraujoch.Verified
  • Grindelwald, Bahnhof → Grindelwald Terminal → Eigergletscher → JungfraujochRailza has not fully verified Jungfraujoch with the Half Fare Travelcard yet. 2 of 3 segments are confirmed. Check with the operator before you travel.Not researched yet
  • Grindelwald → Grindelwald Terminal → Eigergletscher → JungfraujochRailza has not fully verified Jungfraujoch with the Half Fare Travelcard yet. 2 of 3 segments are confirmed. Check with the operator before you travel.Under review
  • Grindelwald Terminal → Eigergletscher → JungfraujochNo, Jungfraujoch is not free with the Half Fare Travelcard, but you get a discount. Buy a reduced ticket from the operator before boarding. A seat reservation is mandatory on Eigergletscher → Jungfraujoch.Verified
  • Kleine Scheidegg → Eigergletscher → JungfraujochNo, Jungfraujoch is not free with the Half Fare Travelcard, but you get a discount. Buy a reduced ticket from the operator before boarding. A seat reservation is mandatory on Kleine Scheidegg → Eigergletscher and Eigergletscher → Jungfraujoch.Verified

Getting there

Jungfraujoch is reached by the Jungfrau Railway from Kleine Scheidegg, or via the Eiger Express gondola from Grindelwald Terminal to Eigergletscher. From Interlaken Ost the Berner Oberland-Bahn runs to Grindelwald and Lauterbrunnen.

Official evidence

  • Jungfrau RailwaysStated directly by the operator

    Railza’s reading: Valid on the entire Jungfrau Railways network: buy a reduced ticket.

    Official wording: “The Half-Fare Travelcard and Swiss Half Fare Card are valid on the entire network. GA Travelcard holders travel free of charge on the following routes: Interlaken Ost to Grindelwald […] Interlaken Ost to Wengen via […] Lauterbrunnen …”
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    Oct 5, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026
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  • Jungfrau RailwaysStated directly by the operator

    Railza’s reading: Seats can only be reserved on the Jungfrau Railway; not on the Wengernalpbahn or the Eiger Express. Seat reservation mandatory on the Jungfrau Railway (Kleine Scheidegg/Eigergletscher ↔ Jungfraujoch) until 31 October 2026, CHF 10 per person; one reservation covers the return journey and is bought separately from the ticket. Some third-party pages still show the 2025 period (May–August); the operator’s 2026 dates apply.

    Official wording: “No. A seat can only be reserved on the Jungfrau Railway route (Kleine Scheidegg/Eiger Glacier - Jungfraujoch and Jungfraujoch - Kleine Scheidegg/Eiger Glacier). Excepted are groups of 10 person or more.”
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    Oct 5, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026
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  • Jungfrau RailwaysStated directly by the operator

    Railza’s reading: Seat reservation mandatory on the Jungfrau Railway (Kleine Scheidegg/Eigergletscher ↔ Jungfraujoch) until 31 October 2026, CHF 10 per person; one reservation covers the return journey and is bought separately from the ticket. Some third-party pages still show the 2025 period (May–August); the operator’s 2026 dates apply.

    Official wording: “Seat reservation mandatory: 01.05.–31.10.2026”
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    Oct 5, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026
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    Buy Jungfraujoch Tickets | Top of Europe | jungfrau.ch
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  • Jungfrau RailwaysStated directly by the operator

    Railza’s reading: Seat reservation mandatory on the Jungfrau Railway (Kleine Scheidegg/Eigergletscher ↔ Jungfraujoch) until 31 October 2026, CHF 10 per person; one reservation covers the return journey and is bought separately from the ticket. Some third-party pages still show the 2025 period (May–August); the operator’s 2026 dates apply.

    Official wording: “Seat reservation mandatory: 01.05.–31.10.2026 The seat reservation is valid for the route Eigergletscher <> Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe or Kleine Scheidegg <> Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe. In addition to the reservation, a valid ticket is …”
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    Oct 5, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026
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    Seat reservation Jungfraujoch | jungfrau.ch
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