The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Zurich Airport
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 18 trains that leave Zurich HB for Zurich Airport every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 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.
S 16 19630 | 19630
T 10 | 9180
S 24 20428 | 20428
IC 1 707 | 707
T 10 | 11183
IR 75 2111 | 2111
IC 5 511 | 511
IC 8 807 | 807
IC 5 1511 | 1511
IC 5 509 | 509Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Zurich HB to Zurich Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Zurich Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 8 km
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£8 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich HB to Zurich Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Zurich Airport trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 5 509 | 509 | 07:03 Zurich HB | 0h09 | 07:12 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 8 807 | 807 | 07:05 Zurich HB | 0h09 | 07:14 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 | 07:09 Zurich HB | 0h12 | 07:21 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
T 10 | 8790 | 07:09 Zurich HB | 0h35 | 07:44 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
S 24 20428 | 20428 | 07:14 Zurich HB | 0h12 | 07:26 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
S 2 18228 | 18228 | 07:14 Zurich HB | 0h10 | 07:24 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
T 10 | 9180 | 07:17 Zurich HB | 0h34 | 07:51 Zurich Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Zurich Airport
Trains from Zurich HB to Zurich Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 9m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 06:09 |
Last train 21:39 |
Train companies: SBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich HB to Zurich Airport trainsSBB, Thurbo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich HB and Zurich Airport from £4. 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 HB to Zurich Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Zurich Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich HB and Zurich Airport
- 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 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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