The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
46 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen 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 Schaffhausen will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 4 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Schaffhausen 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 28 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 53 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.
7:040h39Zurich Airport7:43Schaffhausen£261One-way0 changes
6:040h39Zurich Airport6:43Schaffhausen£271One-way0 changes
6:450h53Zurich Airport7:38Schaffhausen£281One-way0 changes
7:450h53Zurich Airport8:38Schaffhausen£301One-way0 changes
7:040h39Zurich Airport7:43Schaffhausen£261One-way0 changes
6:040h39Zurich Airport6:43Schaffhausen£271One-way0 changes
7:450h53Zurich Airport8:38Schaffhausen£301One-way0 changes
6:450h53Zurich Airport7:38Schaffhausen£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 28 km
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£27 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen trains for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:04 Zurich Airport | 0h39 | 18:43 Schaffhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 6:04 Zurich Airport | 0h39 | 6:43 Schaffhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:45 Zurich Airport | 0h53 | 7:38 Schaffhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:04 Zurich Airport | 0h39 | 7:43 Schaffhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:45 Zurich Airport | 0h53 | 8:38 Schaffhausen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen
Trains from Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen run on average 14 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 18:04. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 39m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 6:04 |
Last train 18:04 |
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Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Schaffhausen from £6. 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)
FAQs: Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Schaffhausen 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 Schaffhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich Airport and Schaffhausen
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Güterhof
- Restaurant Falken
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Kronenhof
- Sorell Hotel Rüden
- Hotel Park Villa
- Located in the main hall
- 496 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: SBB services
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