So, is this humble piece of paper with the QR code which I printed out here on my computer the thing that I should take on the train and show the conductor (along with my passport)? I don't have to exchange it for a plastic card, or something? I have seat reservations on Golden Pass printed on the same everyday paper. It seems too informal!
Posted by
Twin Cities of MN
6462 posts
Not dumb. That's all you need. We did have our tickets and passports checked a few times on the Swiss trains. For safety and convenience, when on the trains, I just kept those items in a money belt. Have fun!!
Posted by
Basel, Switzerland
8889 posts
Yes, that humble piece of paper printed from a PDF file with the QR code is your pass.
Self-print tickets and passes are common for train tickets. When the ticket inspector comes round on the train (you can tell it is him/her as everybody else gets out there tickets), just hold out your piece of paper and he will scan the QR code. Usually doesn't bother to ask for a passport.
Simple, fast, efficient.
Just in case you loose it, tear it or drop it from a mountain, print out two copies and keep one safe in your case.
No need for a money belt.
Posted by
Twin Cities of MN
6462 posts
Chris, I was carrying the Swiss Passes and passports for three people. I wasn't nervous about losing any of it. It was just more convenient than digging for it. There wasn't a moment anywhere in Switzerland in which I was the least bit nervous.