Switzerland has extremely good public transport. There are even some places
(particularly tops of mountains!) that are simply not accessible if you do
not use the train or funicular. There used to be (may still be) something
called a "Swiss Rail Card" that had various version varying rom free to
discounted travel.
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> Hi everybody
>
> What is the most convenient and cheapest way to travel in
> Switzerland ? I am intrested in some informations about the costs
> involved by each option . A link were I can read myself it's OK, no
> need to waste your time and write everything, I am looking for tips. I
> know for example that if you travel by car you may need to pay tolls
> for autoroutes and tunnels.
>
> The trip is for two persons and we would like to do some hiking, stop
> were we like and take pictures or enjoy the view. We are not much
> intrested in visiting major cities in Switzerland, it wouldn't be a
> problem if we stay overnight at the countryside (hostels, pensions,
> bed and breakfast etc). I am planning a budget trip and this is the
> reason why I am asking here.
>
> I have not decided yet what to see. I have 8-10 days and probably I
> will decide based on the cost.
> I know that some places can not be reached by train while some others
> can not be reached by car.
> Not sure if the combination train-bus is the best compromise.
>
> I am considering also the idea of having a base camp in one of the
> major cities or near by (Luzern -Lucern seems to be veri convenient
> for this) and drive from there every day to an other route.
>
>
> Thank you in advance for any tip
> NP
>
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