Which fare system applies to public transport in Canton Uri?

The Uri Canton is integrated into the Passepartout tariff community, which covers the Cantons of Lucerne, Svitto, Uri, Obvaldo, Nidvaldo and Zug. This system allows you to use a single ticket on trains, buses and boats within the defined areas.

How does the zoning system work in Canton Uri?

Each municipality belongs to one or more tariff zones: the main centres such as Altdorf, Andermatt, Bürglen and Erstfeld are located in separate zones. The price of the subscription depends on the number of zones crossed between the place of residence and the destination.

Is the annual or monthly subscription in Canton Uri better?

The annual perimeter subscription is generally the cheapest solution for commuters who commute daily, as it allows for significant savings compared to twelve equivalent monthly subscriptions. The monthly subscription remains a valid alternative for those with varying mobility needs throughout the year.

Where can subscriptions be purchased and what documents are needed?

Subscriptions can be purchased at SBB stations, ticket machines, online on the SBB portal or through the SBB Mobile app. For personal subscription you need a valid ID; for reduced rates students and apprentices a school certificate is required, while for half-price and AG you need a passport format photo.

Public transport in Canton Uri: zones and season tickets (cross-border guide)

Di Redazione Frontaliere Ticino · Published on 29 August 2026

Regional train arriving at a Canton Uri station with a tariff zone map on the platform

Passepartout system in Canton Uri: how the SBB zones, annual and monthly subscriptions, half-price and AG work.

Context

In a nutshell

Canton Uri integrated into the Swiss public transport tariff system
Annual and monthly subscriptions available with zone system
SBB AG half-price card applicable to single tickets, not combinable with subscriptions
Specific benefits for students and apprentices provided at cantonal level

Key facts

What: Public transport tariff system in Canton Uri
When: Evergreen information, to be checked periodically on the official website
Where: Canton Uri, central Switzerland
Who: Regional transport operators and SBB
System: Tariff community Passepartout (Cantons Lucerne, Svitto, Uri, Obvaldo, Nidvaldo and Zug)
Types: Annual subscription, monthly subscription, single tickets, AG, half-price
Discounts: Reductions for students and apprentices according to cantonal legislation

The Uri Canton is connected to the rest of Switzerland via the SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) network and regional bus services operated by local operators. The reference fare community for public transport in central Switzerland, of which Uri is a part, is the Passepartout system, which covers the cantons of Lucerne, Swift, Uri, Obwald, Nidwald and Zug. This system allows residents and commuters to use a single valid travel document on different means of transport (train, bus, boat) within the defined areas.

How the zone system works

The Swiss Tariff System

Operational details

Advantages of the annual subscription compared to the monthly one

From an economic point of view, the annual subscription allows significant savings compared to the purchase of twelve equivalent monthly subscriptions. For commuters who commute daily between their municipality of residence and their place of work, the annual subscription is the most advantageous formula. On the other hand, the monthly subscription remains a valid alternative for those who have variable mobility needs or foresee interruptions in the use of public transport during the year.

Perimeter subscriptions in the Passepartout system cover a defined area that may include one or more common ones. For those who reside in Altdorf and work in Erstfeld, for example, the subscription will cover the intermediate areas and will allow unlimited use of trains, buses and boats within the chosen perimeter. Extending the perimeter to additional areas entails a higher cost, proportional to the number of areas included.

Half-price card and AG general subscription

The SBB half-price card (Halbtax) entitles you to a 50% reduction on the price of individual tickets purchased for travel routes. This card is personal and valid for one year. It should be noted that the half-price applies to single tickets and cannot be combined with already discounted subscriptions such as annual perimeter subscriptions, the price of which is already defined by the tariff system.

The SBB AG general subscription, on the other hand, allows

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Key points

Procedure for purchasing subscriptions

To purchase an annual or monthly subscription in the Canton of Uri, the first step is to identify the required zone perimeter based on the routes usually travelled. The zone-based system requires identifying the zone of the municipality of residence and that of the destination municipality: the price of the subscription will depend on the number of zones crossed.

Once the perimeter has been identified, the subscription can be purchased at SBB stations, ticket machines, online via the SBB portal, or through the SBB Mobile app. For annual subscriptions, it is often possible to pay in instalments, a useful solution for spreading the expense throughout the year.

Required documents

To purchase a personal subscription, a valid identity document is generally required (passport, Swiss identity card, or residence permit for foreign citizens). To benefit from the reduced fares reserved for students and apprentices, a valid school certificate or training attestation must be presented. The Half Fare Card and the GA travelcard require a passport-sized photo at the time of application.

Checking fares and updates

Subscription fares are generally reviewed annually. To find out the updated prices for the desired perimeter, it is advisable to consult the official website of the Passepartout system or SBB directly, where a fare calculator is available, allowing you to enter the departure and arrival stations to obtain the subscription price. At stations and authorised sales points, staff can provide assistance in choosing the perimeter best suited to your mobility needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which fare system applies to public transport in Canton Uri?: The Uri Canton is integrated into the Passepartout tariff community, which covers the Cantons of Lucerne, Svitto, Uri, Obvaldo, Nidvaldo and Zug. This system allows you to use a single ticket on trains, buses and boats within the defined areas.
How does the zoning system work in Canton Uri?: Each municipality belongs to one or more tariff zones: the main centres such as Altdorf, Andermatt, Bürglen and Erstfeld are located in separate zones. The price of the subscription depends on the number of zones crossed between the place of residence and the destination.
Is the annual or monthly subscription in Canton Uri better?: The annual perimeter subscription is generally the cheapest solution for commuters who commute daily, as it allows for significant savings compared to twelve equivalent monthly subscriptions. The monthly subscription remains a valid alternative for those with varying mobility needs throughout the year.
Is the SBB half-price card cumulative with the annual subscription?: No: the SBB half-price card (Halbtax) applies to single tickets and cannot be combined with already discounted subscriptions such as annual perimeter subscriptions, the price of which is already defined by the Passepartout tariff system.
Where can subscriptions be purchased and what documents are needed?: Subscriptions can be purchased at SBB stations, ticket machines, online on the SBB portal or through the SBB Mobile app. For personal subscription you need a valid ID; for reduced rates students and apprentices a school certificate is required, while for half-price and AG you need a passport format photo.