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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Winterthur to Zurich
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winterthur to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winterthur to Zurich will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 4 trains that leave Winterthur 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 20 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 24 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Winterthur to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winterthur to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 20 km
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Winterthur to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Winterthur to Zurich trains for today, Tuesday 20 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:54 Winterthur | 0h27 | 11:21 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:31 Winterthur | 0h24 | 13:55 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 21 January | |||||
| 04:11 Winterthur | 0h24 | 04:35 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:01 Winterthur | 0h24 | 06:25 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Winterthur to Zurich
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Trains from Winterthur to Zurich run on average 23 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 19m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Winterthur to Zurich trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Winterthur and Zurich from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Winterthur to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winterthur 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 Winterthur and Zurich
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rudolfstrasse.
- Fu Ji Restaurant
- Restaurant Strauss
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Banana City
- Park Hotel Winterthur
- Sorell Hotel Krone
- Located in the main hall
- 174 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Zurich, St. Gallen, and other destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: S-Bahn lines S11, S12, S26, S29
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike ParkingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike ParkingWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Shower
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
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