The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Zell am See station
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
5 h 34 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Zell am See station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Zell am See station will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich HB for Zell am See station 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 321 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 17 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 train and flight for Zurich HB to Zell am See station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Zell am See station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £119.
Distance: 321 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£59 Average Price Cheapest | £286 Average Price |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration Fastest 5h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zurich HB to Zell am See station train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Zell am See station trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 163 | 07:40 Zurich HB | 5h29 | 13:09 Zell am See station | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 165 · IR 519 | 09:40 Zurich HB | 5h34 | 15:14 Zell am See station | 1 change | |
RJX 167 · IR 611 | 11:40 Zurich HB | 5h34 | 17:14 Zell am See station | 1 change | |
RJX 169 · IR 613 | 13:40 Zurich HB | 5h34 | 19:14 Zell am See station | 1 change | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 04:40 Zurich HB | 5h34 | 10:14 Zell am See station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Zell am See station
Trains from Zurich HB to Zell am See station run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:18, the last at 15:38. The fastest train covers the 321 km distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 321 km |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 02:18 |
Last train 15:38 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich HB to Zell am See station trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich HB and Zell am See station from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Zurich HB to Zell am See station train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Zell am See station 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 Zell am See station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Zurich HB and Zell am See station
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with direct access from the B311 road.
- Restaurant Kupferkessel
- Steinerwirt 1493
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Tirolerhof
- Grand Hotel Zell am See
- Hotel Salzburgerhof
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance and ticket office
- Platforms: 1-3 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
