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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aarau to Zurich
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
48
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aarau to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aarau to Zurich will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 48 trains that leave Aarau for Zurich every day 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 38 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 5 507 | 5076:310h25Aarau station6:56Zurich HB£311One-way0 changes- RE 37 4807 | 4807 · S 6 18622 | 186225:530h45Aarau station6:38Zürich Oerlikon£311One-way1 change
- IR 35 2353 | 23535:360h30Aarau station6:06Zurich HB£311One-way0 changes
- IR 2155 | 21554:560h32Aarau station5:28Zurich HB£311One-way0 changes
- S 11 19123 | 191235:470h43Aarau station6:30Zurich HB£311One-way0 changes
- IR 35 2353 | 23535:360h24Aarau station6:00Zurich Altstetten£311One-way0 changes
- RE 4511 | 45117:100h24Aarau station7:34Zurich Altstetten£311One-way0 changes
- RE 4509 | 45096:400h24Aarau station7:04Zurich Altstetten£311One-way0 changes
- IC 5 507 | 5076:310h25Aarau station6:56Zurich HB£311One-way0 changes
- IR 2155 | 21554:560h27Aarau station5:23Zurich Altstetten£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Aarau to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aarau to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 38 km
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£33 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aarau to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Aarau to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 2155 | 2155 | 4:56 Aarau station | 0h27 | 5:23 Zurich Altstetten | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 2155 | 2155 | 4:56 Aarau station | 0h32 | 5:28 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 2155 | 2155 | 4:56 Aarau station | 0h39 | 5:35 Zürich Oerlikon | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 29 8917 | 8917 · IR 36 2055 | 2055 | 4:58 Aarau station | 0h51 | 5:49 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| S 29 8917 | 8917 · IR 36 2055 | 2055 | 4:58 Aarau station | 0h59 | 5:57 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
| S 29 8917 | 8917 · IR 36 2055 | 2055 | 4:58 Aarau station | 0h45 | 5:43 Zurich Altstetten | 1 change | |
| S 29 8917 | 8917 · IR 36 2055 | 2055 · S 5 18519 | 18519 · S 7 18718 | 18718 | 4:58 Aarau station | 0h58 | 5:56 Zürich Oerlikon | 3 changes | |
| S 11 19121 | 19121 · S 6 18620 | 18620 | 5:15 Aarau station | 0h53 | 6:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
| S 11 19121 | 19121 | 5:15 Aarau station | 0h45 | 6:00 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 11 19121 | 19121 | 5:15 Aarau station | 0h38 | 5:53 Zurich Altstetten | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 35 2353 | 2353 | 5:36 Aarau station | 0h24 | 6:00 Zurich Altstetten | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 35 2353 | 2353 · S 14 19421 | 19421 | 5:36 Aarau station | 0h41 | 6:17 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
| IR 35 2353 | 2353 | 5:36 Aarau station | 0h30 | 6:06 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 11 19123 | 19123 · S 3 18320 | 18320 | 5:47 Aarau station | 0h47 | 6:34 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
| S 11 19123 | 19123 | 5:47 Aarau station | 0h36 | 6:23 Zurich Altstetten | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 11 19123 | 19123 | 5:47 Aarau station | 0h43 | 6:30 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| RE 37 4807 | 4807 | 5:53 Aarau station | 0h29 | 6:22 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| RE 37 4807 | 4807 · S 11 19122 | 19122 | 5:53 Aarau station | 0h42 | 6:35 Zurich Altstetten | 1 change | |
| RE 37 4807 | 4807 · S 6 18622 | 18622 | 5:53 Aarau station | 0h45 | 6:38 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
| S 29 8921 | 8921 · IR 36 2057 | 2057 · S 5 18523 | 18523 · S 7 18722 | 18722 | 5:58 Aarau station | 0h58 | 6:56 Zürich Oerlikon | 3 changes | |
| S 29 8921 | 8921 · IR 36 2057 | 2057 | 5:58 Aarau station | 0h45 | 6:43 Zurich Altstetten | 1 change | |
| S 29 8921 | 8921 · IR 36 2057 | 2057 | 5:58 Aarau station | 0h59 | 6:57 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
| IR 16 2159 | 2159 | 6:15 Aarau station | 0h39 | 6:54 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 11 19125 | 19125 | 6:17 Aarau station | 0h36 | 6:53 Zurich Altstetten | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 11 19125 | 19125 · IR 37 2257 | 2257 | 6:17 Aarau station | 0h35 | 6:52 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| S 11 19125 | 19125 · S 3 18322 | 18322 | 6:17 Aarau station | 0h47 | 7:04 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
| S 11 19125 | 19125 | 6:17 Aarau station | 0h43 | 7:00 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 11 19125 | 19125 · S 6 18624 | 18624 | 6:17 Aarau station | 0h51 | 7:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
| IR 37 2257 | 2257 · S 6 18624 | 18624 | 6:23 Aarau station | 0h45 | 7:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
| IR 37 2257 | 2257 | 6:23 Aarau station | 0h29 | 6:52 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 507 | 507 | 6:31 Aarau station | 0h25 | 6:56 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC 5 507 | 507 · RE 48 4910 | 4910 | 6:31 Aarau station | 0h39 | 7:10 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
| RE 4509 | 4509 | 6:40 Aarau station | 0h24 | 7:04 Zurich Altstetten | 0 changesdirect | |
| RE 4509 | 4509 · S 12 19225 | 19225 · S 16 19624 | 19624 | 6:40 Aarau station | 0h43 | 7:23 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
| RE 4509 | 4509 · S 19 19925 | 19925 | 6:40 Aarau station | 0h44 | 7:24 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
| RE 12 4759 | 4759 | 6:45 Aarau station | 0h45 | 7:30 Zurich Altstetten | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 11 19127 | 19127 | 6:47 Aarau station | 0h36 | 7:23 Zurich Altstetten | 0 changesdirect | |
| RE 4511 | 4511 | 7:10 Aarau station | 0h24 | 7:34 Zurich Altstetten | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aarau to Zurich
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Aarau to Zurich run on average 27 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 25m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 25m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Aarau to Zurich trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Aarau and Zurich from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aarau to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aarau to Zurich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aarau and Zurich
Most Aarau to Zurich trains use the Aarau to Zürich HB station pair, with some services arriving at Zürich Oerlikon. Use this guide to compare Aarau and Zurich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Aarau station do trains to Zurich leave from?
Getting to Aarau from Aarau city centre
Aarau train station facilities and services
Aarau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Nonna Aarau, Thai Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aarau. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aarau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aarau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aarau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aarau: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sorell Hotel Aarauerhof, Hotel Kettenbrücke, Hotel Sternen.
Getting to Binzenhof from Aarau city centre
Binzenhof is 1 km from Aarau city centre. Public transport options include:
Binzenhof train station facilities and services
Binzenhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Binzenhof.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Binzenhof.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Binzenhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Binzenhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Binzenhof.
Which Zurich station do trains from Aarau arrive at?
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services
Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
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