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We are a partner of the Zurich Public Transport Association (ZVV). On all scheduled routes, ZVV zone tickets, the Swiss Travelcard (GA), Junior Travelcard and Children's Co-Travelcard are valid.
ZVV Tariff System
| Tariffs | Tickets and conditions – the most important information. |
| Zones | The ZVV comprises different zones. |
| Tickets | All ticket prices. |
Prices for scheduled cruises departing Zurich
The prices of our most popular round trips from Zurich:
| Required ZVV ticket | Adults (from age 16) |
Children (from age 6), Half-fare travelcard and dogs |
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| Short lake cruise | Single ticket 110 + 140 + 150 (valid for 2 hrs) | CHF 8.80 | 2nd class | CHF 4.40 |
| Short lake cruise | Day ticket 110 + 140, Day ticket 110 + 150 |
CHF 13.60 | 2nd class | CHF 6.80 |
| Brunch Cruise | Day ticket 110 + 140 + 141 + 142 or Day ticket 110 + 150 + 151 + 152 |
CHF 35.60 CHF 21.60 |
1st class 2nd class |
CHF 17.80 CHF 10.80 |
| Long lake cruise / Upper lake round trip |
All zones (9 o'clockPass) | CHF 42.80 CHF 26.00 |
1st class 2nd class |
CHF 21.40 CHF 13.00 |
Prices for scheduled cruises departing Rapperswil
The prices of our most popular round trips from Rapperswil:
| Required ZVV ticket | Adults (from age 16) |
Children (from age 6) Half-fare travelcard and dogs |
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| Short round trip (to Halbinsel Au) |
Single ticket 133 + 142 + 143 + 180 or Single ticket 152 + 153 + 180 + 181 |
CHF 14.60 CHF 8.80 |
1st class 2nd class |
CHF 7.30 CHF 4.40 |
| Medium round trip (to Meilen) |
Day ticket 133 + 141 + 142 + 143 + 180 | CHF 35.60 CHF 21.60 |
1st class 2nd class |
CHF 17.80 CHF 10.80 |
| Medium round trip (to Erlenbach) |
Day ticket 133 + 140 + 141 + 142 + 143 + 180 or 9 o'clockPass |
CHF 42.80 CHF 26.00 |
1st class 2nd class |
CHF 21.40 CHF 13.00 |
| Medium round trip (to Thalwil) |
Day ticket 150 + 151 + 152 + 153 + 180 + 181 or 9 o'clockPass |
CHF 42.80 CHF 26.00 |
1st class 2nd class |
CHF 21.40 CHF 13.00 |
| Long round trip (to Zurich) |
All zones (9 o'clockPass) | CHF 42.80 CHF 26.00 |
1st class 2nd class |
CHF 21.40 CHF 13.00 |
| Upper lake round trip (to Schmerikon) |
Day ticket 180 + 181 + 182 + 183 + 995 (Z-Pass) | CHF 24.40 CHF 14.00 |
1st class 2nd class |
CHF 12.20 CHF 8.00 |
Prices for River cruises
| Required ZVV ticket | Adults (from age 16) |
Children (from age 6) Half-fare travelcard and dogs |
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| Single ticket 110 (1 hour) or Zürich Card |
CHF 4.40 | 2nd class | CHF 3.10 |
Prices for bicycle transportation
Depending on the type of boat and number of passengers, space on board may be limited. For this reason we cannot guarantee transportation of bicycles. Bicycles are not permitted on River Limmat boats.
If accompanied bicycle transportation is possible, passengers will require in addition a regular 2nd class ticket or a 1-day SBB Bike Pass:
| Single ticket or Day ticket, 2nd class |
SBB bike day pass | |
| Validity | Depending on the ticket: 30 min. to 24 hours |
Day of validation |
| GA or Half-Fare travelcard holders, children 6 - 16 years |
Discount prices | CHF 13.00 |
| Full-fare paying passengers | Full price | CHF 20.00 |
Zürich Card - Your City Travel Pass
With the Zürich Card, city explorers can enjoy Zurich in all its diversity and save time and money too.
The Zürich Card offers the following benefits over a period of 24 or 72 hours:
• Mini lake cruise, Short lake cruise or a rivver cruise by limmat boat
• Unlimited 2nd class travel by tram, bus, train and cableway in the city of Zurich and surrounding region
• Short boat trips and Limmat river cruise
• Free or reduced admission to 41 museums
• 50% discount on the Zurich Old Town Walking Tour
• And many more experiences
Points of sale
• ZVV-Ticket-App
• SBB-Shop (online, mobile)
• ZVV/SBB ticket machines and counters
• Tourist Information Zurich Main Station
• Tourist Information Rapperswil Zürichsee in Rapperswil
• Ticket Office at Zürich Bürkliplatz and on board all ZSG boats
Information
Good to know – where you can purchase tickets. And other information.
Payment options
Cash (CHF and EUR)
- Reka Cheques / Reka Rail / Reka Card
- Gift vouchers
- ZSG-Share coupons (for boat trip only)
Credit cards
Diners
Mastercard
Visa
Debit cards
Maestro
PostFinance
Reka
Travelers with reduced mobility
Passengers with reduced mobility and resident in Switzerland can apply for a "Disabled Passenger's ID Card". This entitles the holder to be accompanied by a travelling companion and/or guide dog free of charge. For full details, please consult the SBB website.
There are two ways of travelling with a "Disabled Passenger's ID Card":
- The disabled passenger possesses a "Disabled Passenger's ID Card" as well as a valid travel ticket (full-fare ticket, Swiss Travelcard (GA), or ticket with Half-Fare Travelcard). The accompanying passenger travels free of charge.
- The accompanying person possesses a valid travel ticket (full-fare ticket, Swiss Travelcard (GA), or ticket with Half-Fare Travelcard). The disabled passenger possesses a "Disabled Passenger's ID Card" and travels free of charge.
Dogs
Small dogs may travel free of charge in bags, baskets or other suitable containers.
In all other cases, the reduced 2nd class fare is to be paid.
Restricted width of entrance
We regret that due to restricted boarding facilities, the width of wheelchairs, prams, etc. must not exceed 80 cm.
River Limmat boats are not wheelchair-accessible. Prams are permitted in limited number and must be folded.
Table reservation (restaurant)
Advance table reservations are possible only in our on-board restaurants. If you do not wish to consume food and beverages, please select any non-reserved seat once you are on board.
We are at your service for any further information or assistance you may require – telephone +41 44 487 13 13
New passenger rights from 1 January 2021
In shipping, unforeseen circumstances and delays cannot always be prevented. With effect from 1 January 2021, passengers will therefore be able to claim compensation if they reach their destination with a delay of 60 or more minutes. This new regulation will appliy to all public transport throughout Switzerland.
FormPassengerrights.pdf (162.3 KB)
