The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Zurich
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
4 m
Average duration
7 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
9 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Zurich 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 Zurich will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 14 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Zurich every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 9 km distance in an average of 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 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 2 18229 | 18229 · S 14 19428 | 194288:060h18Zurich Airport8:24Zurich Altstetten£91One-way1 change
S 24 20429 | 204298:040h04Zurich Airport8:08Zürich Oerlikon£91One-way0 changes
IR 75 2110 | 2110 · S 5 18530 | 185308:150h29Zurich Airport8:44Zurich Altstetten£91One-way1 change
IC 1 710 | 710 · S 11 19130 | 191308:090h26Zurich Airport8:35Zurich Altstetten£91One-way1 change
T 10 | 4693 · S 7 18731 | 18731 · S 5 18530 | 185308:210h23Zurich Airport8:44Zurich Altstetten£91One-way2 changes
S 24 20429 | 204298:040h04Zurich Airport8:08Zürich Oerlikon£91One-way0 changes
S 2 18229 | 182298:060h04Zurich Airport8:10Zürich Oerlikon£91One-way0 changes
S 16 19629 | 196298:010h04Zurich Airport8:05Zürich Oerlikon£91One-way0 changes
S 2 18229 | 182298:060h10Zurich Airport8:16Zurich HB£91One-way0 changes
S 24 20429 | 204298:040h12Zurich Airport8:16Zurich HB£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zurich Airport to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. 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 train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 9 km
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Live departures
Zurich Airport to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Zurich trains for today, Saturday 18 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:01 Zurich Airport | 0h12 | 7:13 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:04 Zurich Airport | 0h12 | 7:16 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:11 Zurich Airport | 0h34 | 7:45 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Zurich
Trains from Zurich Airport to Zurich run on average 19 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 15:51. The fastest train covers the 9 km distance in 10m.
Distance 9 km |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 7:01 |
Last train 15:51 |
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Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Zurich trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Zurich from £7. 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 Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Zurich 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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