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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bellinzona to Zurich
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bellinzona to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bellinzona to Zurich will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bellinzona for Zurich every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bellinzona to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bellinzona to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 135 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£46 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bellinzona to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Bellinzona to Zurich trains for today, Thursday 11 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:47 Bellinzona | 1h40 | 20:27 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 12 December | |||||
| 06:59 Bellinzona | 2h56 | 09:55 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:47 Bellinzona | 1h40 | 11:27 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:59 Bellinzona | 2h56 | 17:55 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:17 Bellinzona | 2h08 | 20:25 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bellinzona to Zurich
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Bellinzona to Zurich run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Bellinzona to Zurich trainsSBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Bellinzona and Zurich from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
Trenitalia EuroCity
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Südostbahn
FAQs: Bellinzona to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bellinzona 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bellinzona and Zurich
Accessibility
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Viale Stazione.
- Ristorante Casa del Popolo
- Ristorante Locanda Orico
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Internazionale Bellinzona
- Hotel & SPA Internazionale
- Hotel Unione
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Train: SBB InterCity, RegioExpress
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
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