The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to St. Margrethen
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to St. Margrethen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to St. Margrethen will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich Airport for St. Margrethen 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 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.










Live departures
Zurich Airport to St. Margrethen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to St. Margrethen trains for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:13 Zurich Airport | 1h23 | 05:36 St. Margrethen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:23 Zurich Airport | 1h23 | 07:46 St. Margrethen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:53 Zurich Airport | 1h33 | 16:26 St. Margrethen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to St. Margrethen
Trains from Zurich Airport to St. Margrethen run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 03:53 |
Last train 21:23 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich Airport to St. Margrethen trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and St. Margrethen from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zurich Airport to St. Margrethen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to St. Margrethen 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 St. Margrethen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich Airport and St. Margrethen
- 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
Most popular train connections from Zurich Airport
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