The cheapest and fastest trains from Chiasso to Zurich
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chiasso to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chiasso to Zurich will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chiasso 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 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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, train and flight for Chiasso to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chiasso to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 175 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £151 Average Price |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 3m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Chiasso to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Chiasso to Zurich trains for today, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 10 | 10 · S 5 18538 | 18538 | 07:05 Chiasso station | 2h39 | 09:44 Zurich Altstetten | 1 change | |
EC 10 | 10 | 07:05 Chiasso station | 2h22 | 09:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 10 | 10 · IC 1 711 | 711 | 07:05 Chiasso station | 2h37 | 09:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · S 5 18540 | 18540 | 07:34 Chiasso station | 2h40 | 10:14 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 · RE 48 4918 | 4918 | 07:34 Chiasso station | 2h36 | 10:10 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
RE 80 25508 | 25508 · IC 2 870 | 870 | 07:34 Chiasso station | 2h21 | 09:55 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
EC 12 | 12 · IC 1 713 | 713 | 08:05 Chiasso station | 2h37 | 10:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
EC 12 | 12 | 08:05 Chiasso station | 2h22 | 10:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 12 | 12 · S 5 18542 | 18542 | 08:05 Chiasso station | 2h39 | 10:44 Zurich Altstetten | 1 change | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672 · S 2 21242 | 21242 · IR 75 2575 | 2575 | 08:34 Chiasso station | 3h08 | 11:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 4 changes | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 46 2418 | 2418 · RE 48 4920 | 4920 | 08:34 Chiasso station | 2h36 | 11:10 Zürich Oerlikon | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 46 2418 | 2418 · S 5 18544 | 18544 | 08:34 Chiasso station | 2h40 | 11:14 Zurich Altstetten | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 46 2418 | 2418 | 08:34 Chiasso station | 2h21 | 10:55 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672 · S 2 21242 | 21242 · IR 75 2575 | 2575 | 08:34 Chiasso station | 2h51 | 11:25 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
RE 80 25510 | 25510 · IC 21 672 | 672 · S 2 21242 | 21242 · IR 75 2575 | 2575 | 08:34 Chiasso station | 3h10 | 11:44 Zurich Altstetten | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chiasso to Zurich
Trains from Chiasso to Zurich run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:36, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 03:36 |
Last train 23:31 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Chiasso to Zurich trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Chiasso and Zurich from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chiasso to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiasso 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 Chiasso and Zurich
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Via Giuseppe Motta.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Carlino
- Osteria Grotto del Cavaliere
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Mövenpick Touring
- Hotel Bahnhof
- Hotel Garni Centro
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Italy and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: SBB services
- Bus: Several local lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- 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
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