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Museo Castelgrande
Castle museum inside Castelgrande, presenting Bellinzona’s history, archaeology and the role of the fortifications through clear displays.
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£62
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
1 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
1 h 37 m
Trains on 11 Sept
89
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Bellinzona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Bellinzona will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
On Fri 11 Sept, we found 89 trains from Zurich to Bellinzona, including 27 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.
IC 2 893 | 893
IR 46 2437 | 2437
IR 46 2433 | 2433
S 5 18587 | 18587 · IC 2 893 | 893
S 6 18687 | 18687 · IC 2 893 | 893
IR 46 2413 | 2413 · IC 21 663 | 663
IC 2 865 | 865
IR 46 2433 | 2433 · IC 21 683 | 683
IC 2 881 | 881
IC 2 869 | 869Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Bellinzona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 135 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Bellinzona:
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Bellinzona costing on average £46.
Other travel options to Bellinzona take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 32m.
The journey is about 17m faster (2h 4m by train vs 2h 21m by car) and roughly £23 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£46 vs £69). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Bellinzona trains for today, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:05 Zurich | 2h55 | 15:00 Bellinzona | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 11 September | |||||
IR 46 2413 | 2413 | 8:05 Zurich HB | 2h55 | 11:00 Bellinzona station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 46 2413 | 2413 · IC 21 663 | 663 | 8:05 Zurich HB | 1h37 | 9:42 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · EC 31 | 31 | 8:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h56 | 10:12 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · EC 31 | 31 | 8:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 10:12 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
EC 31 | 31 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 1h39 | 10:12 Bellinzona station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 2 865 | 865 | 8:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 10:42 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
S 6 18631 | 18631 · IC 2 865 | 865 | 8:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h51 | 10:42 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
IC 2 865 | 865 | 9:05 Zurich HB | 1h37 | 10:42 Bellinzona station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · EC 15 | 15 | 9:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 11:12 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · EC 15 | 15 | 9:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h56 | 11:12 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
EC 15 | 15 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 1h39 | 11:12 Bellinzona station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18535 | 18535 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 9:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 11:42 Bellinzona station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18635 | 18635 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 9:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h51 | 11:42 Bellinzona station | 2 changes | |
IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 10:05 Zurich HB | 1h37 | 11:42 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
IR 46 2417 | 2417 | 10:05 Zurich HB | 2h55 | 13:00 Bellinzona station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · EC 153 | 153 | 10:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 12:12 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
S 9 18937 | 18937 · EC 153 | 153 | 10:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h56 | 12:12 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
EC 153 | 153 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 1h39 | 12:12 Bellinzona station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18539 | 18539 · IC 2 869 | 869 | 10:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 12:42 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
S 6 18639 | 18639 · IC 2 869 | 869 | 10:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h51 | 12:42 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
IC 2 869 | 869 | 11:05 Zurich HB | 1h37 | 12:42 Bellinzona station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18541 | 18541 · EC 19 | 19 | 11:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 13:12 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
S 9 18941 | 18941 · EC 19 | 19 | 11:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h56 | 13:12 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
EC 19 | 19 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 1h39 | 13:12 Bellinzona station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18543 | 18543 · IR 46 2421 | 2421 · IC 21 671 | 671 | 11:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 13:42 Bellinzona station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18643 | 18643 · IR 46 2421 | 2421 · IC 21 671 | 671 | 11:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h51 | 13:42 Bellinzona station | 2 changes | |
IR 46 2421 | 2421 | 12:05 Zurich HB | 2h55 | 15:00 Bellinzona station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 46 2421 | 2421 · IC 21 671 | 671 | 12:05 Zurich HB | 1h37 | 13:42 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
S 9 18945 | 18945 · EC 151 | 151 | 12:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h56 | 14:12 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
S 5 18545 | 18545 · EC 151 | 151 | 12:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 14:12 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
EC 151 | 151 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 1h39 | 14:12 Bellinzona station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18547 | 18547 · IC 2 873 | 873 | 12:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h56 | 14:42 Bellinzona station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Zurich to Bellinzona run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 5:07 |
Last train 23:19 |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Bellinzona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bellinzona trip today.
Castle museum inside Castelgrande, presenting Bellinzona’s history, archaeology and the role of the fortifications through clear displays.
Museum in Montebello Castle with exhibits on the city’s past and the defensive system, plus access to towers and ramparts.
Local art and history museum in Villa dei Cedri, known for temporary exhibitions and its elegant villa setting beside a public park.
Main market square in the old town, lined with arcades and historic façades, ideal for strolling and experiencing local daily life.
Historic square at the foot of Castelgrande, a pleasant starting point for exploring the centre and reaching the castle lift.
Elegant public park around Villa dei Cedri, appreciated for quiet walks, mature trees and a relaxed break close to the centre.
Slow-cooked beef braised in Merlot wine, a Ticino classic that reflects the canton’s strong wine culture and Alpine-Italian cooking traditions.
Creamy polenta made from maize, a staple in Ticino for centuries, often served with cheese, stew or mushrooms in local grotto restaurants.
Rich risotto cooked with local Merlot wine, combining Lombard technique with Ticino’s signature red wine in a dish closely tied to the region.
Refined Italian and Ticino cooking in an elegant setting inside Bellinzona, suited to a more polished lunch or dinner.
Classic Ticino grotto with grilled meats, polenta and local dishes in a welcoming traditional atmosphere near Bellinzona.
Traditional grotto-style dining with Ticino specialities, local wine and a relaxed rustic atmosphere popular for regional meals.
Bellinzona is expensive versus many European cities. Hotels, restaurant meals and transport cost more, though supermarkets and set lunches can help control spending.
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants, cafés and taxis, or leave about CHF 1-5 for good service; large tips are not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Bellinzona 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 Bellinzona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Bellinzona trains use the Zürich HB to Bellinzona station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Bellinzona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including 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 and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Bellinzona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Casa del Popolo, Ristorante Locanda Orico
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bellinzona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bellinzona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bellinzona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bellinzona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bellinzona: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Internazionale Bellinzona, Hotel & SPA Internazionale, Hotel Unione.
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