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Talmuseum Lauterbrunnen
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Wengen
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£62
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£83
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 52 m
Trains on 05 Sept
27
Distance
106 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Wengen 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 Wengen will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Fast trains
To travel from Zurich Airport to Wengen you need to make at least 3 changes.
IC 5 520 | 520 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 61 969 | 969 · R 62 167 | 16711:492h52Zurich Airport14:41Wengen station£621One-way4 changes- IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 61 969 | 969 · R 62 167 | 167 · CC 63 367 | 36711:462h55Zurich Airport14:41Wengen station£621One-way3 changes
- IR 75 2120 | 2120 · IC 902 | 902 · IC 61 623 | 623 · R 62 173 | 17313:152h56Zurich Airport16:11Wengen station£621One-way4 changes
- IC 5 524 | 524 · IC 8 820 | 820 · ICE 279 | 279 · R 62 175 | 17513:492h52Zurich Airport16:41Wengen station£631One-way4 changes
- IC 8 820 | 820 · ICE 279 | 279 · R 62 175 | 175 · CC 63 375 | 37513:462h55Zurich Airport16:41Wengen station£631One-way3 changes
- IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 81 810 | 810 · R 62 155 | 155 · CC 63 355 | 3558:492h52Zurich Airport11:41Wengen station£941One-way3 changes
- IC 5 516 | 516 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IC 61 965 | 965 · R 62 159 | 1599:492h52Zurich Airport12:41Wengen station£941One-way4 changes
- IC 5 518 | 518 · IC 81 814 | 814 · R 62 163 | 163 · CC 63 363 | 36310:492h52Zurich Airport13:41Wengen station£941One-way3 changes
- IC 5 520 | 520 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 61 969 | 969 · R 62 167 | 16711:492h52Zurich Airport14:41Wengen station£621One-way4 changes
- IC 5 522 | 522 · IC 81 818 | 818 · R 62 171 | 171 · CC 63 371 | 37112:492h52Zurich Airport15:41Wengen station£821One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zurich Airport to Wengen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Wengen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 106 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£77 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The cheapest way to travel from Zurich Airport to Wengen is a coach with an average price of £24.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich Airport to Wengen:
A coach is £53 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich Airport to Wengen costing on average £77.
The fastest way to travel from Zurich Airport to Wengen is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 50m.
Other travel options to Wengen take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 44m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich Airport and Wengen including taking a train and coach.
Live departures
Zurich Airport to Wengen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Wengen trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| IC 8 834 | 834 · IC 61 987 | 987 · B 311 199 | 199 · CC 63 399 | 399 | 20:46 Zurich Airport | 2h57 | 23:43 Wengen station | 3 changes | |
| IC 5 538 | 538 · IC 8 834 | 834 · IC 61 987 | 987 · B 311 199 | 199 | 20:49 Zurich Airport | 2h54 | 23:43 Wengen station | 4 changes | |
| IC 8 836 | 836 · IC 61 989 | 989 · B 311 101 | 101 · CC 63 303 | 303 | 21:46 Zurich Airport | 2h57 | 0:43 Wengen station | 3 changes | |
| IC 8 840 | 840 · IC 8 842 | 842 · IC 61 993 | 993 · B M41 941005 | 941005 | 23:46 Zurich Airport | 3h05 | 2:51 Wengen station | 4 changes | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 4216 · R 62 153 | 153 | 8:09 Zurich Airport | 3h02 | 11:11 Wengen station | 4 changes | |
| IR 75 2110 | 2110 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · RE 9 4216 | 4216 | 8:15 Zurich Airport | 2h56 | 11:11 Wengen station | 5 changes | |
| IC 81 810 | 810 · R 62 155 | 155 · CC 63 355 | 355 | 8:46 Zurich Airport | 2h55 | 11:41 Wengen station | 2 changes | |
| IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 81 810 | 810 · R 62 155 | 155 · CC 63 355 | 355 | 8:49 Zurich Airport | 2h52 | 11:41 Wengen station | 3 changes | |
| IC 1 712 | 712 · IC 61 615 | 615 · R 62 157 | 157 · CC 63 357 | 357 | 9:09 Zurich Airport | 3h02 | 12:11 Wengen station | 3 changes | |
| IR 75 2112 | 2112 · IC 1 712 | 712 · IC 61 615 | 615 · R 62 157 | 157 | 9:15 Zurich Airport | 2h56 | 12:11 Wengen station | 4 changes | |
| IC 8 812 | 812 · IC 61 965 | 965 · R 62 159 | 159 · CC 63 359 | 359 | 9:46 Zurich Airport | 2h55 | 12:41 Wengen station | 3 changes | |
| IC 8 812 | 812 · RE 9 4220 | 4220 · R 62 161 | 161 · CC 63 361 | 361 | 9:46 Zurich Airport | 3h25 | 13:11 Wengen station | 3 changes | |
| IC 5 516 | 516 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IC 61 965 | 965 · R 62 159 | 159 | 9:49 Zurich Airport | 2h52 | 12:41 Wengen station | 4 changes | |
| IC 1 714 | 714 · EC 63 | 63 · RE 9 4220 | 4220 · R 62 161 | 161 | 10:09 Zurich Airport | 3h02 | 13:11 Wengen station | 4 changes | |
| IR 75 2114 | 2114 · IC 1 714 | 714 · EC 63 | 63 · RE 9 4220 | 4220 | 10:15 Zurich Airport | 2h56 | 13:11 Wengen station | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Wengen
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Zurich Airport to Wengen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 07:15. The fastest train covers the 106 km distance in 2h 56m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24
Distance 106 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 7:15 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £24
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Wengen trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Wengen from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
2h 56m
Cheapest SBB Price
£56
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Duration
2h 47m
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
10 a day
Complete guide to Wengen
Things to do in Wengen
Discover the best of Wengen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wengen trip today.
- Recommended
Experience Jungfrau Railway Exhibition
Interactive exhibition inside the Jungfraujoch complex covering the railway and high-mountain environment. Best combined with a summit day trip.
Jungfrau Railway Exhibition Kleine Scheidegg
Small alpine museum at Kleine Scheidegg presenting Jungfrau Railway history and mountain construction. Useful context for the region’s iconic rail journey.
- Must visit
Männlichen
Classic mountain viewpoint reached by cable car and easy paths. Expect broad views towards the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau and several short walks.
- Must visit
Panoramaweg Männlichen–Kleine Scheidegg
Popular panoramic ridge walk between Männlichen and Kleine Scheidegg. A straightforward route with famous mountain views and broad alpine scenery.
- Recommended
Dorfstrasse Wengen
Village promenade and central pedestrian area, lined with hotels and mountain views. Ideal for a relaxed walk through Wengen’s car-free heart.
- Vegetarian
Cheese fondue
Melted cheese with white wine and kirsch, shared from a communal pot. A classic Alpine winter dish popular across the Bernese Oberland.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Raclette
Scraped melted raclette cheese served with potatoes, gherkins and onions. A beloved Swiss mountain meal common in chalet restaurants.
- Gluten-free
Rösti
Pan-fried grated potatoes formed into a crisp cake. Rösti is a Swiss staple from the German-speaking regions and often served in mountain inns.
Restaurant Sina's
Historic hotel restaurant with classic Swiss cuisine, seasonal dishes and a traditional, polished atmosphere.
Da Sina Pizzeria
Popular traditional restaurant near the station, known for Swiss classics, pizza and a relaxed chalet atmosphere.
Restaurant Taverne
Cosy Alpine dining room serving fondue, raclette and hearty Bernese Oberland dishes with mountain views.
Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)
Wengen is pricier than many Alpine villages. Hotels, mountain transport and dining are costly, especially in peak ski and summer seasons.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- CHF 15-25 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- CHF 70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafés or leave 5-10% for excellent service. For taxis, round up the fare.
SBB Mobile
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- >= CHF 2.80
- Day pass
- >= CHF 52
To the city centre
Wengen Station -> Wengen Village Centre
- Distance
- 0.3 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Buy your ticket before boarding; SBB states passengers must hold a valid ticket before departure.
- SBB Mobile supports ticket purchase and EasyRide. Card and contactless payment availability on local vehicles was not verified from an official local operator source.
FAQs: Zurich Airport to Wengen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Wengen 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 Wengen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich Airport to Wengen can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £56, while the average price tends to be around £77.
The train journey from Zurich Airport to Wengen covers a distance of 106 km and takes approximately 2h 56m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Zurich Airport to Wengen is 106 km.
The first train from Zurich Airport to Wengen leaves at 6:09.
The last train from Zurich Airport to Wengen departs at 7:15.
Trains from Zurich Airport to Wengen run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Zurich Airport to Wengen.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Zurich Airport to Wengen.
To get from Zurich Airport to Wengen, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Zurich Airport to Wengen.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich Airport to Wengen is by coach, costing approximately £24.
Booking trains from Zurich Airport to Wengen in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Zurich Airport to Wengen is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Swiss countryside, charming villages, and the majestic Alps. As the train ascends towards Wengen, passengers can enjoy stunning landscapes, including lush green valleys and dramatic mountain vistas.
A day trip from Zurich Airport to Wengen is not feasible as the travel time is 2h 56m. However, there are 12 train connections per day for this journey.
To fully experience Wengen, including its charming alpine village atmosphere, scenic hikes, and skiing opportunities, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich Airport to Wengen.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich Airport and Wengen
Most Zurich Airport to Wengen trains use the Zürich HB to Wengen station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich Airport and Wengen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Zurich
Arrival train stations in Wengen
WengenBahnhof Wengen, 3823 Wengen, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Wengen from Wengen city centre
TrainWengernalpbahn (WAB) to Lauterbrunnen and Kleine Scheidegg
Wengen train station facilities and services
Wengen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Eiger, Waldhuettli, Restaurant Eiger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wengen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wengen.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wengen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wengen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wengen: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schönegg, Hotel Silberhorn, Hotel Wengener Hof.
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