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Bündner Kunstmuseum
Chur’s main art museum, showing regional and Swiss works in a historic villa and modern extension near the old town.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilanz to Chur is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilanz to Chur will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 trains from Ilanz to Chur, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 35 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.

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Trains from Ilanz to Chur run on average 8 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 31m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 23:02 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ilanz to Chur.
The table below shows live departures for Ilanz to Chur trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RE 5 1718 | 1718 | 8:00 Ilanz station | 0h35 | 8:35 Chur station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 7 1720 | 1720 | 8:30 Ilanz station | 0h35 | 9:05 Chur station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 5 1722 | 1722 | 9:00 Ilanz station | 0h35 | 9:35 Chur station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 7 1724 | 1724 | 9:30 Ilanz station | 0h35 | 10:05 Chur station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 5 1726 | 1726 | 10:00 Ilanz station | 0h35 | 10:35 Chur station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 7 1728 | 1728 | 10:30 Ilanz station | 0h35 | 11:05 Chur station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 5 1730 | 1730 | 11:00 Ilanz station | 0h35 | 11:35 Chur station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 7 1732 | 1732 | 11:30 Ilanz station | 0h35 | 12:05 Chur station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 5 1734 | 1734 | 12:00 Ilanz station | 0h35 | 12:35 Chur station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 7 1736 | 1736 | 12:30 Ilanz station | 0h35 | 13:05 Chur station | 0 changesdirect | |
RE 5 1738 | 1738 | 13:00 Ilanz station | 0h35 | 13:35 Chur station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Chur’s main art museum, showing regional and Swiss works in a historic villa and modern extension near the old town.
Museum on Graubünden’s history and culture, with objects from archaeology to everyday life in a fine baroque building.
Interactive natural history museum with local wildlife, geology and family-friendly displays about the canton’s landscapes.
Car-free old town lanes with painted houses, small squares and historic buildings, ideal for a leisurely walk in central Chur.
Popular mountain viewpoint above Chur with panoramic city and Alpine views, reached by cableway or on foot.
Main square in the old town, framed by historic facades and often used for markets and local events.
Air-dried beef from Graubünden, cured with Alpine herbs and thinly sliced. It is one of the canton’s best-known specialities and a classic snack or starter.
A rich barley soup with vegetables and usually bacon or beef. It is a traditional Graubünden mountain dish valued for warmth and sustenance.
Potato dumplings filled with bread cubes and dried fruit, often served with melted butter and cheese. A classic Graubünden comfort dish.
Well-known restaurant and wine bar focusing on seasonal Swiss cuisine with a refined but relaxed ambience in Chur’s old town.
Historic café in central Chur known for Bündner pastries, coffee and light meals in a traditional, elegant setting.
Traditional Graubünden restaurant serving regional classics such as capuns and barley soup in a cosy old-town atmosphere.
Chur is costly by European standards. Hotels, restaurant meals and local transport are pricier than in nearby countries, though supermarkets and simple lunches help control spending.
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants, cafés and taxis, or leave about CHF 1-5 for good service; large tips are not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilanz to Chur 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 Chur, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ilanz to Chur trains use the Ilanz to Chur station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilanz and Chur train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ilanz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Eden, Restaurant Rätia
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Ilanz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ilanz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ilanz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ilanz: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilanz: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Eden Hotel und Restaurant, Hotel Rätia.
Chur has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Va Bene, Restaurant Zunfthaus zur Rebleuten
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Chur. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Chur. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chur: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chur: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chur: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel ABC, Hotel Chur, Romantik Hotel Stern.
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