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Kunsthaus Zürich
Major art museum with Swiss and European works from the Middle Ages to today, ideal for a broad overview of Zurich’s cultural life.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£34
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 49 m
Trains on 05 Sept
44
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Engelberg to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Engelberg to Zurich will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Engelberg to Zurich you need to make at least one change.
IR LEX 3083 | 3083 · IR 75 2133 | 2133
IR LEX 3083 | 3083 · IR 75 2133 | 2133 · S 6 18674 | 18674
IR LEX 3083 | 3083 · IR 75 2133 | 2133 · S 11 19174 | 19174
IR LEX 3081 | 3081 · IR 75 2131 | 2131
IR LEX 3081 | 3081 · IR 75 2131 | 2131 · S 11 19170 | 19170
IR LEX 2971 | 2971 · IR 70 2624 | 2624
IR LEX 2965 | 2965 · IR 70 2618 | 2618
IR LEX 2967 | 2967 · IR 70 2620 | 2620
IR LEX 2969 | 2969 · IR 70 2622 | 2622
IR LEX 2963 | 2963 · IR 70 2616 | 2616Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Engelberg to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 62 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 17m.
Tickets start at around £32 compared to roughly £72 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £41. The journey takes 1h 17m versus 1h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Engelberg to Zurich trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR LEX 2967 | 2967 · IR 70 2620 | 2620 · S 6 18644 | 18644 | 10:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 12:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2967 | 2967 · IR 70 2620 | 2620 · S 11 19144 | 19144 | 10:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 12:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2967 | 2967 · IR 70 2620 | 2620 | 10:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 11:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2967 | 2967 · IR 70 2620 | 2620 | 10:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 12:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2969 | 2969 · IR 70 2622 | 2622 | 11:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 13:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2969 | 2969 · IR 70 2622 | 2622 · S 6 18648 | 18648 | 11:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 13:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2969 | 2969 · IR 70 2622 | 2622 | 11:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 12:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2969 | 2969 · IR 70 2622 | 2622 · S 11 19148 | 19148 | 11:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 13:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2971 | 2971 · IR 70 2624 | 2624 | 12:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 13:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2971 | 2971 · IR 70 2624 | 2624 · S 6 18652 | 18652 | 12:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 14:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2971 | 2971 · IR 70 2624 | 2624 · S 11 19152 | 19152 | 12:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 14:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2971 | 2971 · IR 70 2624 | 2624 | 12:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 14:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2973 | 2973 · IR 70 2626 | 2626 · S 6 18656 | 18656 | 13:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 15:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2973 | 2973 · IR 70 2626 | 2626 | 13:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 14:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2973 | 2973 · IR 70 2626 | 2626 | 13:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 15:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2973 | 2973 · IR 70 2626 | 2626 · S 11 19156 | 19156 | 13:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 15:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2975 | 2975 · IR 70 2628 | 2628 | 14:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 15:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2975 | 2975 · IR 70 2628 | 2628 · S 6 18660 | 18660 | 14:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 16:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2975 | 2975 · IR 70 2628 | 2628 · S 11 19160 | 19160 | 14:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 16:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2975 | 2975 · IR 70 2628 | 2628 | 14:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 16:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2977 | 2977 · IR 70 2630 | 2630 | 15:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 16:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2977 | 2977 · IR 70 2630 | 2630 · S 11 19164 | 19164 | 15:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 17:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2977 | 2977 · IR 70 2630 | 2630 · S 6 18664 | 18664 | 15:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 17:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2979 | 2979 · IR 70 2632 | 2632 · S 11 19168 | 19168 | 16:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 18:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2979 | 2979 · IR 70 2632 | 2632 | 16:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 17:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2979 | 2979 · IR 70 2632 | 2632 · S 6 18668 | 18668 | 16:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 18:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2981 | 2981 · IR 70 2634 | 2634 · S 11 19172 | 19172 | 17:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 19:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2981 | 2981 · IR 70 2634 | 2634 | 17:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 19:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2981 | 2981 · IR 70 2634 | 2634 · S 6 18672 | 18672 | 17:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 19:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2981 | 2981 · IR 70 2634 | 2634 | 17:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 18:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2983 | 2983 · IR 70 2636 | 2636 · S 6 18676 | 18676 | 18:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 20:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2983 | 2983 · IR 70 2636 | 2636 | 18:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 19:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2983 | 2983 · IR 70 2636 | 2636 · S 11 19176 | 19176 | 18:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 20:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2983 | 2983 · IR 70 2636 | 2636 | 18:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 20:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2985 | 2985 · IR 70 2638 | 2638 | 19:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 20:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2985 | 2985 · IR 70 2638 | 2638 · S 11 19180 | 19180 | 19:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 21:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2985 | 2985 · IR 70 2638 | 2638 · S 6 18680 | 18680 | 19:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 21:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2985 | 2985 · IR 70 2638 | 2638 | 19:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 21:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2987 | 2987 · IR 70 2640 | 2640 · S 11 19184 | 19184 | 20:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 22:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2987 | 2987 · IR 70 2640 | 2640 | 20:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 21:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2987 | 2987 · IR 70 2640 | 2640 | 20:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 22:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2987 | 2987 · IR 70 2640 | 2640 · S 6 18684 | 18684 | 20:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 22:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2989 | 2989 · IR 70 2642 | 2642 · S 11 19188 | 19188 | 21:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 23:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2989 | 2989 · IR 70 2642 | 2642 | 21:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 22:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2989 | 2989 · IR 70 2642 | 2642 | 21:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 23:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2989 | 2989 · IR 70 2642 | 2642 · S 6 18688 | 18688 | 21:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 23:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
EV EV1 12991 | 12991 · IR LEX 2991 | 2991 · IR 70 2644 | 2644 | 22:02 Engelberg | 1h49 | 23:51 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
EV EV1 12991 | 12991 · IR LEX 2991 | 2991 · IR 70 2644 | 2644 · S 11 19192 | 19192 | 22:02 Engelberg | 2h03 | 0:05 Zurich Altstetten | 3 changes | |
EV EV1 12993 | 12993 · IR LEX 2993 | 2993 · IC 21 696 | 696 · IC 8 841 | 841 | 23:02 Engelberg | 2h04 | 1:06 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
EV EV1 12993 | 12993 · IR LEX 2993 | 2993 · RE N7 2600 | 2600 | 23:02 Engelberg | 2h21 | 1:23 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
EV EV1 12993 | 12993 · IR LEX 2993 | 2993 · RE N7 2600 | 2600 · SN 11 13702 | 13702 | 23:02 Engelberg | 2h33 | 1:35 Zurich Altstetten | 3 changes | |
EV EV1 12993 | 12993 · IR LEX 2993 | 2993 · IC 21 696 | 696 · IC 8 841 | 841 | 23:02 Engelberg | 2h25 | 1:27 Zurich | 4 changes | |
EV EV1 12993 | 12993 · IR LEX 2993 | 2993 · IC 21 696 | 696 · IC 8 841 | 841 | 23:02 Engelberg | 2h25 | 1:27 Zurich | 4 changes | |
B 480 21493 | 21493 · S 4 21493 | 21493 · IR 2344 | 2344 · IC 8 843 | 843 | 23:39 Engelberg | 2h56 | 2:35 Zurich Altstetten | 4 changes | |
B 480 21493 | 21493 · S 4 21493 | 21493 · IR 2344 | 2344 · IC 8 843 | 843 | 23:39 Engelberg | 2h31 | 2:10 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
IR LEX 2963 | 2963 · IR 70 2616 | 2616 · S 6 18636 | 18636 | 8:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 10:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2963 | 2963 · IR 70 2616 | 2616 | 8:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 10:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2963 | 2963 · IR 70 2616 | 2616 · S 11 19136 | 19136 | 8:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 10:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2963 | 2963 · IR 70 2616 | 2616 | 8:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 9:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2965 | 2965 · IR 70 2618 | 2618 | 9:02 Engelberg station | 1h49 | 10:51 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IR LEX 2965 | 2965 · IR 70 2618 | 2618 · S 6 18640 | 18640 | 9:02 Engelberg station | 2h06 | 11:08 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2965 | 2965 · IR 70 2618 | 2618 · S 11 19140 | 19140 | 9:02 Engelberg station | 2h03 | 11:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2 changes | |
IR LEX 2965 | 2965 · IR 70 2618 | 2618 | 9:02 Engelberg station | 2h12 | 11:14 Zürich Oerlikon | 1 change | |
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Trains from Engelberg to Zurich run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 28 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Major art museum with Swiss and European works from the Middle Ages to today, ideal for a broad overview of Zurich’s cultural life.
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Leading design museum with changing exhibitions on architecture, graphics, fashion, and product design in a well-run central venue.
Zurich’s best-known shopping boulevard, lined with elegant buildings, trams, and easy walks between the station, lake, and old town.
Historic old-town quarter of lanes, squares, churches, and river views, ideal for walking, sightseeing, and discovering Zurich’s medieval core.
Hilltop viewpoint and green area above the city, known for broad panoramas, woodland paths, and a quick escape from the urban centre.
Veal in a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce, traditionally served with rösti. It is Zurich’s signature dish and a classic of local taverns.
Pan-fried grated potato cake, crisp outside and soft inside. A Swiss staple closely linked with Zurich and often served with meat, eggs or cheese.
Melted cheese blended with white wine and kirsch, eaten by dipping bread. A beloved Swiss communal dish, especially in colder months.
Classic Zurich restaurant known for Zürcher Geschnetzeltes and other Swiss specialities in an elegant old-town atmosphere.
Traditional Swiss beer hall serving fondue, rösti and sausages in a lively, wood-panelled setting near the station.
Long-running vegetarian restaurant with a large buffet and Swiss-international dishes in a bright, central setting.
Very high prices for hotels, dining and transport. Zurich costs more than most European city breaks, especially in central tourist areas.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares and small café bills.
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Zürich HB -> Zürich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Engelberg 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.

Most Engelberg to Zurich trains use the Engelberg to Zürich HB station pair, with some services arriving at Zürich Oerlikon. Use this guide to compare Engelberg and Zurich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Engelberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Spice Bistro, Alpenclub
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Engelberg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Engelberg.
Available at Engelberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Engelberg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Engelberg: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Kempinski Palace Engelberg, Hotel Bellevue-Terminus, Hotel Waldegg.
Grafenort is 6 km from Engelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Grafenort has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grafenort.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
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