The cheapest and fastest trains from Mendrisio to Zurich
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mendrisio to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mendrisio to Zurich will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 4 trains that leave Mendrisio for Zurich every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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.
8:412h44Mendrisio11:25Zurich£501One-way0 changes
7:412h14Mendrisio9:55Zurich£531One-way0 changes
8:342h51Mendrisio11:25Zurich£541One-way0 changes
13:412h14Mendrisio15:55Zurich£751One-way0 changes
7:412h14Mendrisio9:55Zurich£531One-way0 changes
13:412h14Mendrisio15:55Zurich£751One-way0 changes
8:412h44Mendrisio11:25Zurich£501One-way0 changes
8:342h51Mendrisio11:25Zurich£541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Mendrisio to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mendrisio to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 £10, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£55 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £132 Average Price |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 5m Average total duration 8h 5m 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
Mendrisio to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Mendrisio to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:41 Mendrisio | 2h14 | 9:55 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:34 Mendrisio | 2h51 | 11:25 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:41 Mendrisio | 2h44 | 11:25 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:41 Mendrisio | 2h14 | 15:55 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mendrisio to Zurich
Trains from Mendrisio to Zurich run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 4:11 |
Last train 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Mendrisio to Zurich trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Mendrisio and Zurich from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Mendrisio to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mendrisio 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 Mendrisio and Zurich
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 in the nearby parking lot.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Corona
- Osteria Lanterna
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Coronado
- Albergo Stazione Mendrisio
- Hotel Milano
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Italy and regional destinations
- Train: S10, S40
- Bus: Several 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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