Furka car transport
Load your vehicle between Realp and Oberwald
The car trains run all year round to take you through the Furka tunnel from Oberwald Valais to Realp Uri, or vice-versa. The trip takes barely 20 minutes and gives you a time save of 45 minutes, compared to driving over the Furka pass.
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Timetable til octobre 5th 2025
Public holidays, timetable as on Sundays 1 and 2 January, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Ascension Day, Whit Monday, 1 August, 25 and 26 December
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Vehicle categories
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.
During the journey on the car train, it is not allowed to perform any updates on vehicles.
Emergency number in Switzerland: 112 or Oberwald/Realp stations.
Emergency information is broadcast on the radio frequency VHF 102.2.
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.
During the journey on the car train, it is not allowed to perform any updates on vehicles.
Emergency number Switzerland: 112 or Oberwald/Realp station.
Emergency messages are transmitted on the radio frequency VHF 102.2.
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.
Drivers of large-capacity vehicles are transported in the escort vehicle rather than in the driver's cab.
Only 1 to 2 oversized vehicles can be loaded onto the loading platform next to the escort vehicle.
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). Drivers exit the large-capacity vehicle and proceed to the escort vehicle.
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.
Drivers of large-capacity vehicles are transported in the escort vehicle rather than in the driver's cab.
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.
The driver travels in the passenger compartment of the train.
Emergency number Switzerland: 112 or Oberwald/Realp station.
Emergency messages are transmitted on the radio frequency VHF 102.2.
Drivers of large vehicles travel in the passenger compartment of the escort vehicle.
During the entire journey, drivers must not leave the interior of the escort vehicle .
Unloading from the transport train
The escort vehicle may only be exited upon instruction from the loading personnel.
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 102.2.
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.
Procedure & security
This procedure applies to guests with a car. Different procedures apply to large vehicles and motorcycles – please refer to the relevant category for specific 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.
During the journey on the car train, it is not allowed to perform any updates on vehicles.
Emergency number in Switzerland: 112 or Oberwald/Realp stations.
Emergency information is broadcast on the radio frequency VHF 102.2, Radio Rottu.
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.
Tune your radio to 102.2 MHz for traffic and train updates on Radio Rottu Oberwallis.
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.
Tune your radio to 102.2 MHz for traffic and train updates on Radio Rottu Oberwallis.
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.
During the journey on the car train, it is not allowed to perform any updates on vehicles.
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.
The maximum dimensions must be strictly observed.