Furka car transport

Price Single trip CHF 33.00 Prices Furka multi-trip tickets (only available online)

Furka-Abo 10 – valid 1 year CHF 300.00 Furka-Abo 20 – valid 2 years CHF 560.00 Furka-Abo 30 – valid 2 years CHF 720.00

Price Furka annual season ticket (only available at the ticket office) Numberplate obtained- valid 1 year CHF 3'500.00

Dimensions:

• Under 3.5 tonnes and under 3.05 m

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Loading procedure information

Before arrival

• Buy your ticket online and register your license plate number and the barrier will open automatically when you approach it.

• Important: always carry the receipt with the QR code with you. If the barrier does not open automatically, you can scan the QR code to open the barrier.

• If it is not possible to buy your ticket online you can buy one at the machine next to the barrier. After a successful purchase the barrier will open automatically.

Before loading

• Going up the ramp you must follow the instructions given by personnel.

• Assigned parking zones must be observed.

• It may be necessary to measure a vehicle, which could lead to a vehicle being denied transport should the published maximum dimensions not be adhered to .

Loading onto the train

• The vehicle may not stand across two wagons.

• The instructions given by personnel must be followed at all times.

• Engage the handbrake and first gear or P in automatic vehicles.

During the trip

• The general loading conditions listed on the back of the ticket apply.

• Emergency number in Switzerland: 112 or Oberwald/Realp stations.

• Emergency information is broadcast on the radio frequency VHF 89.4.

• You must not leave the interior of your vehicle during the trip.

Unloading your vehicle

• Any damage that may have occurred during the transport must be immediately reported and recorded on arrival at the destination.

Price one way: CHF 66.00

Dimensions:

• Under 3.5 tonnes

• Under 3.05 m height with trailer

• Over 3.05 m height without trailer

• Loading only under personnel supervision

Maximum dimensions:

• Maximum height: 3.50 m

• Maximum width: 2.60 m

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Loading procedure information

Please observe before arrival

• Vehicles carrying dangerous loads are not permitted according to ADR/SDR.

• If the loaded area is open or outside the vehicle the freight must be well secured and made safe.

Before loading

• On the ramp, the instructions from the supervising personnel must be followed.

• Assigned parking areas must be observed.

• It may be necessary to measure a vehicle which could lead to a vehicle being denied transport should the published maximum dimensions not be adhered to. During the measurement the vehicle must be lowered.

• Materials that catch fire easily, e.g. hay, straw, expanded polystyrene etc. may only be transported in an enclosed vehicle (danger of sparks from overhead power supply).

Loading onto the train

• The vehicle may not stand across two wagons.

• The instructions given by personnel must be followed at all times.

• Engage the handbrake and first gear or P in automatic vehicles.

During the journey

• The general loading regulations listed on the back of the ticket apply.

• Emergency number Switzerland: 112 or Oberwald/Realp station.

• Emergency messages are transmitted on the radio frequency VHF 89.4.

• During the entire journey, drivers must not leave the interior of their vehicle.

Unloading from the transport train

• The vehicle may still be earthed. The vehicle must not be moved until the personnel give permission.

• Any damage that may have occurred during the transport must be immediately reported and recorded on arrival at the destination.

Price one way: CHF 230.00

Dimensions

• Over 3.5 tonnes

• Buses with a capacity of 10+ seats

Maximum dimensions:

• Maximum weight: 20 tonnes per vehicle

• Maximum height: 3.50 m

• Maximum width: 2.50 m

Special conditions:

• These vehicles’ transport must be registered in advance.

• Loading may only be carried out under the supervision of personnel.

• Large-capacity vehicles with a trailer are excluded from the transport.

• Large-capacity vehicles must be ready 15 minutes before the departure of the train.

Reservation:

• Reservations departing from Oberwald Tel: 027 927 76 66

• Reservations departing from Realp Tel: 027 927 76 76

Buses and coaches

For reasons of safety, passengers in vehicles with more than 16 seats may not be transported on the vehicle transport train. They are required to travel with a regional passenger service train between Realp and Oberwald or vice-versa. (Included in the price).

• Realp departure: every xx:50 / travel time 19 minutes

• Oberalp departure: every xx:42 / travel time 23 minutes

Loading procedure information

Please observe before arrival

• A reservation at the loading stations Oberwald and Realp is mandatory. Without a reservation, longer waiting times must be expected.

• Large-capacity vehicles with trailers are excluded from loading.

• Large-capacity vehicles must be ready on site 15 minutes before departure.

• Vehicles with a dangerous cargo according to ADR/SDR are prohibited for loading.

• In case of open loads, the cargo must be well secured and made safe.

• The 20 tonne limit must be strictly adhered to by the vehicle driver. The maximum weight of 20 tonnes is the total weight of cargo with the vehicle. Possible misleading information is safety related and therefore strictly prohibited.

Before loading

• When purchasing a ticket, the vehicle licence must be presented in all circumstances and without request.

• On the ramp, the instructions from the supervising personnel must be followed.

• Assigned parking areas must be observed.

• It may be necessary to measure a vehicle which could lead to a vehicle being denied transport should the published maximum dimensions not be adhered to. During the measurement the vehicle must be lowered.

• Antennas must be retracted and dismantled. Antennas must not be extended while the vehicle is in motion. Contact with the overhead line must be prevented at all costs. Possible consequences: major damage to the vehicle, to railway equipment, damage to other vehicles, personal injury or blockage of the tunnel as a result of failure to comply.

• The rear view mirrors must be retracted or removed when instructed to do so.

• Materials that catch fire easily, e.g. hay, straw, expanded polystyrene etc. may only be transported in an enclosed vehicle (danger of sparks from overhead power supply).

Loading onto the train

• The vehicle may only be loaded onto the train under the supervision and instruction of the loading personnel on site.

• The vehicle must be placed longitudinally in the centre and centred laterally on the car train car.

• Vehicles with air suspension must be lowered and not raised after loading is complete.

• The vehicle must be secured by the vehicle operator - tighten spring lock and engage neutral gear.

• The vehicle will be earthed by the loading personnel. The vehicle must not be moved again without the instruction of the loading personnel.

During the journey

• The general loading regulations listed on the back of the ticket apply.

• Coaches/buses may only be loaded without passengers. Passengers travel through the Furka tunnel on the hourly regional trains.

• Emergency number Switzerland: 112 or Oberwald/Realp station.

• Emergency messages are transmitted on the radio frequency VHF 89.4.

• During the entire journey, drivers must not leave the interior of their vehicle.

Unloading from the transport train

• The vehicle may still be earthed. The vehicle must not be moved until the personnel give permission.

Price one way CHF 33.00

Conditions:

• To load your motorcycle be at the loading point 15 minutes before departure.

• Motorcycles are transported in an enclosed wagon. Please apply to the personnel at the ticket counter.

• The loading of motorcycles without the supervision of the personnel is forbidden.

Bicycles:

Cyclists may not use the vehicle transport. Please use a regional train.

• Realp dep: every xx:50 / travel time 19 minutes

• Oberwald dep: every xx:42 / travel time 23 minutes.

The loading of bicycles and the carrying of passengers is permitted only outside the operating hours of regional transport and at the discretion of the employee on site.

Loading procedure information

Please observe before arrival

• At the loading station Realp vehicles must be ready to load 15 minutes before departure.

Loading a motorcycle on a transport train

• The vehicle/motorcycle (?) may only be loaded onto the train under the supervision and instruction of the loading personnel on site.

• The vehicle/motorcycle (?) is transported in the driving trailer (red closed car) and may not be on open loading cars during the journey.

• When loading in Realp, the car train will be driven to the driving trailer.

• When loading in Oberwald, the vehicle will be loaded backwards to the driving trailer.

• The vehicle must always be parked in the direction of travel.

• The vehicle must be secured by the rider.

During the trip

• Emergency number in Switzerland: 112 or Oberwald/Realp stations.

• Emergency information is broadcast on the radio frequency VHF 89.4.

• You must not leave the driving trailer during the trip.

Unloading from the transport train

• When unloading in Realp the train will be driven to the unloading zone.

• When unloading in Oberwald the motorcycle will be taken backwards from the driving trailer.

Before arrival

• Buy your ticket online and register your license plate number and the barrier will open automatically when you approach it.

• Important: always carry the receipt with the QR code with you. If the barrier does not open automatically, you can scan the QR code to open the barrier.

• If it is not possible to buy your ticket online you can buy one at the machine next to the barrier. After a successful purchase the barrier will open automatically.

Before loading

• Going up the ramp you must follow the instructions given by personnel.

• Assigned parking zones must be observed.

• It may be necessary to measure a vehicle, which could lead to a vehicle being denied transport should the published maximum dimensions not be adhered to .

Loading onto the train

• The vehicle may not stand across two wagons.

• The instructions given by personnel must be followed at all times.

• Engage the handbrake and first gear or P in automatic vehicles.

During the trip

• The general loading conditions listed on the back of the ticket apply.

• Emergency number in Switzerland: 112 or Oberwald/Realp stations.

• Emergency information is broadcast on the radio frequency VHF 89.4.

• You must not leave the interior of your vehicle during the trip.

Unloading your vehicle

• Any damage that may have occurred during the transport must be immediately reported and recorded on arrival at the destination.

• It is not unusual for the train to stop for a short time. There are two crossing points in the tunnel, where trains from opposite directions can pass each other.

• If you observe anything unusual, contact the customer service 0848 642 442

• In case of emergency call 112.

• Switch your radio to UKW for traffic and rail news from SRG/SSR.

• Stay calm and remain in your vehicle

• Be sure to follow the instructions of the railway personnel

• Never leave the train without being asked to do so by the railway staff.

• The vehicle must not stand on two loading carts.

• Switch your radio to UKW for traffic and rail news from SRG/SSR.

• Do not throw smoking products or other objects out of the window.

• Secure your roof luggage or place it in the car.

• Any damage must be reported immediately at the unloading station.

• Keep your ticket on you during the journey - it is valid as proof of transport.

• Antennas on large vehicles must be retracted and dismantled. Antennas must not be extended while the vehicle is in motion. Contact with the overhead line must be prevented at all costs. Possible consequences: major damage to the vehicle, to railway equipment, damage to other vehicles, personal injury or blockage of the tunnel as a result of failure to comply.