- Must visit
Bündner Kunstmuseum
Chur’s main art museum, showing regional and Swiss works in a historic villa and modern extension near the old town.
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck to Chur is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck to Chur will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 5 trains that leave Innsbruck for Chur 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 149 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 1 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Chur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. 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 £23, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 149 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£37 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Chur trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 19936+ EC 196+ IR 2211 | 8:16 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h02 | 12:18 Chur station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Innsbruck to Chur run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 0:31 |
Last train 22:01 |
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Discover the best of Chur — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chur trip today.
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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Bahnhof Chur -> Bahnhof Chur
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck to Chur trains use the Innsbruck Hbf to Chur station pair. Use this guide to compare Innsbruck and Chur train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Innsbruck Hbf 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 Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Innsbruck Westbahnhof is 1 km from Innsbruck city centre. Public transport options include:
Innsbruck Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Westbahnhof: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, NALA Individuellhotel, Hotel Zach.
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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