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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Chiasso
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Chiasso is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Chiasso will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich for Chiasso every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 22 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Chiasso
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Chiasso among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 175 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £223 Average Price |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Chiasso train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Chiasso trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:33 Zurich | 3h22 | 09:55 Chiasso | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:33 Zurich | 3h22 | 10:55 Chiasso | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:33 Zurich | 3h22 | 11:55 Chiasso | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:33 Zurich | 3h22 | 12:55 Chiasso | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:33 Zurich | 3h22 | 13:55 Chiasso | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Chiasso
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Zurich to Chiasso run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 00:23 |
Last train 23:31 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Chiasso trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Chiasso from £18. 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 Chiasso train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Chiasso 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 Chiasso, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Chiasso
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
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
- 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. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Via Giuseppe Motta.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Carlino
- Osteria Grotto del Cavaliere
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Mövenpick Touring
- Hotel Bahnhof
- Hotel Garni Centro
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Italy and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: SBB services
- Bus: Several local lines available
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