- Must visit
Schloss Werdenberg Museum
Regional museum in the castle complex covering Werdenberg history, noble life and everyday culture in atmospheric rooms.
ICE 275 | 275 · IR 13 2218 | 2218
IR 35 2365 | 2365 · IR 13 3270 | 3270
IC 3 573 | 573 · IR 13 3276 | 3276
IC 3 765 | 765 · IR 13 2216 | 2216
IC 3 775 | 775 · IR 13 2226 | 2226
IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 13 3266 | 3266
IC 3 561 | 561 · IR 13 3264 | 3264
IC 3 565 | 565 · IR 13 3268 | 3268
IC 3 567 | 567 · IR 13 3270 | 3270
IC 3 573 | 573 · IR 13 3276 | 3276Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Buchs among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £50.
Distance: 73 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Buchs trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IR 35 2359 | 2359 · IR 13 3264 | 3264 | 8:00 Zurich Altstetten | 1h44 | 9:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IC 3 761 | 761 · IR 13 2212 | 2212 | 8:07 Zurich HB | 1h07 | 9:14 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 | 8:08 Zurich HB | 2h06 | 10:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 | 8:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 10:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6 18629 | 18629 · IC 3 561 | 561 · IR 13 3264 | 3264 | 8:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 9:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19131 | 19131 · IC 3 561 | 561 · IR 13 3264 | 3264 | 8:24 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 9:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IC 3 561 | 561 · IR 13 3264 | 3264 | 8:38 Zurich HB | 1h06 | 9:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
S 6 18631 | 18631 · IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 2214 | 2214 | 8:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 10:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19133 | 19133 · IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 2214 | 2214 | 8:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 10:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2361 | 2361 · IR 13 3266 | 3266 | 9:00 Zurich Altstetten | 1h44 | 10:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IC 3 763 | 763 · IR 13 2214 | 2214 | 9:07 Zurich HB | 1h07 | 10:14 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IR 13 3261 | 3261 | 9:08 Zurich HB | 2h06 | 11:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3261 | 3261 | 9:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 11:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6 18633 | 18633 · IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 13 3266 | 3266 | 9:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 10:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19135 | 19135 · IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 13 3266 | 3266 | 9:24 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 10:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 13 3266 | 3266 | 9:38 Zurich HB | 1h06 | 10:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
S 6 18635 | 18635 · IC 3 765 | 765 · IR 13 2216 | 2216 | 9:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 11:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19137 | 19137 · IC 3 765 | 765 · IR 13 2216 | 2216 | 9:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 11:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2363 | 2363 · IR 13 3268 | 3268 | 10:00 Zurich Altstetten | 1h44 | 11:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IC 3 765 | 765 · IR 13 2216 | 2216 | 10:07 Zurich HB | 1h07 | 11:14 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IR 13 3263 | 3263 | 10:08 Zurich HB | 2h06 | 12:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3263 | 3263 | 10:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 12:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6 18637 | 18637 · IC 3 565 | 565 · IR 13 3268 | 3268 | 10:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 11:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19139 | 19139 · IC 3 565 | 565 · IR 13 3268 | 3268 | 10:24 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 11:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IC 3 565 | 565 · IR 13 3268 | 3268 | 10:38 Zurich HB | 1h06 | 11:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
S 6 18639 | 18639 · ICE 275 | 275 · IR 13 2218 | 2218 | 10:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 12:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19141 | 19141 · ICE 275 | 275 · IR 13 2218 | 2218 | 10:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 12:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2365 | 2365 · IR 13 3270 | 3270 | 11:00 Zurich Altstetten | 1h44 | 12:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
ICE 275 | 275 · IR 13 2218 | 2218 | 11:07 Zurich HB | 1h07 | 12:14 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IR 13 3265 | 3265 | 11:08 Zurich HB | 2h06 | 13:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3265 | 3265 | 11:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 13:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6 18641 | 18641 · IC 3 567 | 567 · IR 13 3270 | 3270 | 11:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 12:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19143 | 19143 · IC 3 567 | 567 · IR 13 3270 | 3270 | 11:24 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 12:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IC 3 567 | 567 · IR 13 3270 | 3270 | 11:38 Zurich HB | 1h06 | 12:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
S 6 18643 | 18643 · IC 3 769 | 769 · IR 13 2220 | 2220 | 11:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 13:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19145 | 19145 · IC 3 769 | 769 · IR 13 2220 | 2220 | 11:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 13:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2367 | 2367 · IR 13 3272 | 3272 | 12:00 Zurich Altstetten | 1h44 | 13:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IC 3 769 | 769 · IR 13 2220 | 2220 | 12:07 Zurich HB | 1h07 | 13:14 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IR 13 3267 | 3267 | 12:08 Zurich HB | 2h06 | 14:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3267 | 3267 | 12:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 14:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6 18645 | 18645 · IC 3 569 | 569 · IR 13 3272 | 3272 | 12:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 13:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19147 | 19147 · IC 3 569 | 569 · IR 13 3272 | 3272 | 12:24 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 13:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IC 3 569 | 569 · IR 13 3272 | 3272 | 12:38 Zurich HB | 1h06 | 13:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
S 6 18647 | 18647 · ICE 277 | 277 · IR 13 2222 | 2222 | 12:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 14:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19149 | 19149 · ICE 277 | 277 · IR 13 2222 | 2222 | 12:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 14:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2369 | 2369 · IR 13 3274 | 3274 | 13:00 Zurich Altstetten | 1h44 | 14:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
ICE 277 | 277 · IR 13 2222 | 2222 | 13:07 Zurich HB | 1h07 | 14:14 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IR 13 3269 | 3269 | 13:08 Zurich HB | 2h06 | 15:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3269 | 3269 | 13:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 15:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6 18649 | 18649 · IC 3 571 | 571 · IR 13 3274 | 3274 | 13:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 14:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19151 | 19151 · IC 3 571 | 571 · IR 13 3274 | 3274 | 13:24 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 14:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IC 3 571 | 571 · IR 13 3274 | 3274 | 13:38 Zurich HB | 1h06 | 14:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
S 6 18651 | 18651 · IC 3 773 | 773 · IR 13 2224 | 2224 | 13:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 15:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19153 | 19153 · IC 3 773 | 773 · IR 13 2224 | 2224 | 13:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 15:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2371 | 2371 · IR 13 3276 | 3276 | 14:00 Zurich Altstetten | 1h44 | 15:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IC 3 773 | 773 · IR 13 2224 | 2224 | 14:07 Zurich HB | 1h07 | 15:14 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IR 13 3271 | 3271 | 14:08 Zurich HB | 2h06 | 16:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3271 | 3271 | 14:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 16:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6 18653 | 18653 · IC 3 573 | 573 · IR 13 3276 | 3276 | 14:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 15:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19155 | 19155 · IC 3 573 | 573 · IR 13 3276 | 3276 | 14:24 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 15:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IC 3 573 | 573 · IR 13 3276 | 3276 | 14:38 Zurich HB | 1h06 | 15:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
S 6 18655 | 18655 · IC 3 775 | 775 · IR 13 2226 | 2226 | 14:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 16:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19157 | 19157 · IC 3 775 | 775 · IR 13 2226 | 2226 | 14:54 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 16:14 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2373 | 2373 · IR 13 3278 | 3278 | 15:00 Zurich Altstetten | 1h44 | 16:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IC 3 775 | 775 · IR 13 2226 | 2226 | 15:07 Zurich HB | 1h07 | 16:14 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
IR 13 3273 | 3273 | 15:08 Zurich HB | 2h06 | 17:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3273 | 3273 | 15:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h59 | 17:14 Buchs SG | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6 18657 | 18657 · IC 3 575 | 575 · IR 13 3278 | 3278 | 15:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h23 | 16:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
S 11 19159 | 19159 · IC 3 575 | 575 · IR 13 3278 | 3278 | 15:24 Zurich Altstetten | 1h20 | 16:44 Buchs SG | 2 changes | |
IC 3 575 | 575 · IR 13 3278 | 3278 | 15:38 Zurich HB | 1h06 | 16:44 Buchs SG | 1 change | |
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Trains from Zurich to Buchs run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 73 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 73 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Buchs — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Buchs trip today.
Regional museum in the castle complex covering Werdenberg history, noble life and everyday culture in atmospheric rooms.
Museum in nearby Grabs exploring writer, educator and reformer Ulrich Bräker through manuscripts and local rural history.
Small gallery and cultural venue in Buchs hosting changing exhibitions and community arts events in a central setting.
Picturesque medieval lane by the lake in Werdenberg, lined with timber houses and ideal for a gentle heritage walk.
Lakeside walking area beside the old town, popular for quiet views, photography and an easy stroll near the castle.
Riverside path along the Rhine near Buchs, suited to walking and cycling with open views towards Liechtenstein and the Alps.
A crisp potato rösti from Swiss-German cuisine, often served plain or topped. It is a beloved traditional staple across eastern Switzerland.
Small pasta dumplings from eastern Switzerland, usually with cheese, onions and apple sauce. A classic hearty dish from nearby St. Gallen and Appenzell.
A firm, spicy cow’s milk cheese from the St. Gallen Rhine Valley area. It reflects local dairy traditions and is commonly eaten with bread or potatoes.
Casual café and restaurant in central Buchs, known for coffee, light meals and pastries in a relaxed modern setting.
Established local restaurant serving Swiss and international dishes in a comfortable, traditional atmosphere popular with residents.
Hotel restaurant offering refined seasonal cuisine and a polished dining room, suitable for a more formal meal in Buchs.
Buchs is costly by regional standards. Hotels, dining and rail travel are pricier than in nearby Austria or Germany, though supermarkets and takeaways help control daily spend.
Service is usually included. Round up bills or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Taxis are often rounded up, and cafés usually receive small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Buchs 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 Buchs, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Buchs trains use the Zürich HB to Buchs SG station pair, with some services arriving at Buchs, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Buchs 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.
Buchs SG 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: Restaurant Buchserhof, Restaurant City Buchs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Buchs SG. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Buchs SG. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Buchs SG: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Buchs SG: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Buchs SG.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Buchserhof, Hotel City Buchs, Hotel Restaurant Landgasthof Werdenberg.
Buchs, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Buchs, Bahnhof.
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