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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Altdorf
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Altdorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Altdorf will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 trains that leave Zurich for Altdorf every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.
7:351h16Zurich8:51Altdorf£171One-way0 changes- 7:171h34Zurich8:51Altdorf£191One-way0 changes
- 8:481h20Zurich10:08Altdorf£211One-way0 changes
- 7:351h16Zurich8:51Altdorf£171One-way0 changes
- 8:481h20Zurich10:08Altdorf£211One-way0 changes
- 7:171h34Zurich8:51Altdorf£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zurich to Altdorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Altdorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £45.
Distance: 55 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price |
1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Altdorf train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Altdorf trains for today, Friday 3 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:15 Zurich | 1h36 | 22:51 Altdorf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:45 Zurich | 1h49 | 0:34 Altdorf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 4 April | |||||
| 7:17 Zurich | 1h34 | 8:51 Altdorf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:35 Zurich | 1h16 | 8:51 Altdorf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:48 Zurich | 1h20 | 10:08 Altdorf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Altdorf
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Zurich to Altdorf run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Zurich to Altdorf trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Zurich and Altdorf from £17. 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 to Altdorf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Altdorf 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 Altdorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Altdorf
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant Tell
- Burger King
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Höfli
- Hotel Goldener Schlüssel
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Gotthard railway line
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