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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 5 trains that leave St. Margrethen for Zurich HB every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
IR 13 3258 | 3258IR 13 3256 | 3256S 2 11222 | 11222 · IC 5 512 | 512IR 13 3253 | 3253 · IC 3 560 | 560EC 290 | 290EC 290 | 290S 2 11222 | 11222 · IC 5 512 | 512IR 13 3253 | 3253 · IC 3 560 | 560IR 13 3258 | 3258IR 13 3256 | 3256
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for St. Margrethen to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 83 km
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2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
St. Margrethen to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Margrethen to Zurich HB trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 13 3256 | 3256 | 05:13 St. Margrethen | 1h39 | 06:52 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 2 11222 | 11222 · IC 5 512 | 512 | 05:22 St. Margrethen | 1h36 | 06:58 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| IR 13 3253 | 3253 · IC 3 560 | 560 | 05:46 St. Margrethen | 1h36 | 07:22 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| EC 290 | 290 | 06:10 St. Margrethen | 1h18 | 07:28 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| IR 13 3258 | 3258 | 06:13 St. Margrethen | 1h39 | 07:52 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB
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Trains from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:11, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 02:11 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo trains will get you between St. Margrethen and Zurich HB 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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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
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FAQs: St. Margrethen to Zurich HB train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB 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 HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in St. Margrethen and Zurich HB
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Bahnhof
- Gasthaus zur Alten Post
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Ibis Styles St. Margrethen
- Best Western Hotel Rebstock
- Bodenseehotel
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Austria, Germany, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Shower
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
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