Zurich to Engelberg train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Engelberg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£30

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£36

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 49 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 49 m

Trains on 18 Sept

33

Distance

62 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Engelberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Engelberg will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.

Fast trains

To travel from Zurich to Engelberg you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • SBBIR 70 2629 | 2629 · IR LEX 2978 | 2978 · EV EV2 9782 | 9782
    15:101h49
    Zurich HB
    16:59Engelberg
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBIR 75 2122 | 2122 · IR LEX 2978 | 2978 · EV EV2 9782 | 9782
    14:352h24
    Zurich HB
    16:59Engelberg
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBIR 70 2627 | 2627 · IR LEX 2976 | 2976 · EV EV2 9762 | 9762
    14:101h49
    Zurich HB
    15:59Engelberg
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBIR 75 2120 | 2120 · IR LEX 2976 | 2976 · EV EV2 9762 | 9762
    13:352h24
    Zurich HB
    15:59Engelberg
    £301One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBIR 13 3268 | 3268 · IR LEX 2976 | 2976 · EV EV2 9762 | 9762
    13:452h14
    Zürich Oerlikon
    15:59Engelberg
    £311One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Zurich to Engelberg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Engelberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. 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 train costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 62 km

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Driving

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£72

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 10m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Engelberg is a train with an average price of £34.
The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Engelberg is by train with an average journey time of 1h 35m.
Yes, you can take a train between Zurich and Engelberg.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £34 compared to roughly £72 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £38. The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Zurich to Engelberg train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Engelberg trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBIR 70 2617 | 2617 · IR LEX 2966 | 2966 · EV EV2 9662 | 96629:10 Zurich HB
1h49
10:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBIR 13 3260 | 3260 · IR LEX 2968 | 2968 · EV EV2 9682 | 96829:45 Zürich Oerlikon
2h14
11:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBS 6 18635 | 18635 · IR 70 2619 | 2619 · IR LEX 2968 | 2968 · EV EV2 9682 | 96829:51 Zürich Oerlikon
2h08
11:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBS 11 19137 | 19137 · IR 70 2619 | 2619 · IR LEX 2968 | 2968 · EV EV2 9682 | 96829:54 Zurich Altstetten
2h05
11:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBIR 70 2619 | 2619 · IR LEX 2968 | 2968 · EV EV2 9682 | 968210:10 Zurich HB
1h49
11:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBIR 13 3262 | 3262 · IR LEX 2970 | 2970 · EV EV2 9702 | 970210:45 Zürich Oerlikon
2h14
12:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBS 6 18639 | 18639 · IR 70 2621 | 2621 · IR LEX 2970 | 2970 · EV EV2 9702 | 970210:51 Zürich Oerlikon
2h08
12:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBS 11 19141 | 19141 · IR 70 2621 | 2621 · IR LEX 2970 | 2970 · EV EV2 9702 | 970210:54 Zurich Altstetten
2h05
12:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBIR 70 2621 | 2621 · IR LEX 2970 | 2970 · EV EV2 9702 | 970211:10 Zurich HB
1h49
12:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBIR 13 3264 | 3264 · IR LEX 2972 | 2972 · EV EV2 9722 | 972211:45 Zürich Oerlikon
2h14
13:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBS 6 18643 | 18643 · IR 70 2623 | 2623 · IR LEX 2972 | 2972 · EV EV2 9722 | 972211:51 Zürich Oerlikon
2h08
13:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBS 11 19145 | 19145 · IR 70 2623 | 2623 · IR LEX 2972 | 2972 · EV EV2 9722 | 972211:54 Zurich Altstetten
2h05
13:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBIR 70 2623 | 2623 · IR LEX 2972 | 2972 · EV EV2 9722 | 972212:10 Zurich HB
1h49
13:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBIR 13 3266 | 3266 · IR LEX 2974 | 2974 · EV EV2 9742 | 974212:45 Zürich Oerlikon
2h14
14:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBS 6 18647 | 18647 · IR 70 2625 | 2625 · IR LEX 2974 | 2974 · EV EV2 9742 | 974212:51 Zürich Oerlikon
2h08
14:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBS 11 19149 | 19149 · IR 70 2625 | 2625 · IR LEX 2974 | 2974 · EV EV2 9742 | 974212:54 Zurich Altstetten
2h05
14:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBIR 70 2625 | 2625 · IR LEX 2974 | 2974 · EV EV2 9742 | 974213:10 Zurich HB
1h49
14:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBS 5 18549 | 18549 · IR 75 2120 | 2120 · IR LEX 2976 | 2976 · EV EV2 9762 | 976213:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h43
15:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBS 6 18649 | 18649 · IR 75 2120 | 2120 · IR LEX 2976 | 2976 · EV EV2 9762 | 976213:21 Zürich Oerlikon
2h38
15:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBIR 75 2120 | 2120 · IR LEX 2976 | 2976 · EV EV2 9762 | 976213:35 Zurich HB
2h24
15:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBIR 13 3268 | 3268 · IR LEX 2976 | 2976 · EV EV2 9762 | 976213:45 Zürich Oerlikon
2h14
15:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBS 6 18651 | 18651 · IR 70 2627 | 2627 · IR LEX 2976 | 2976 · EV EV2 9762 | 976213:51 Zürich Oerlikon
2h08
15:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBS 11 19153 | 19153 · IR 70 2627 | 2627 · IR LEX 2976 | 2976 · EV EV2 9762 | 976213:54 Zurich Altstetten
2h05
15:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBIR 70 2627 | 2627 · IR LEX 2976 | 2976 · EV EV2 9762 | 976214:10 Zurich HB
1h49
15:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBS 5 18553 | 18553 · IR 75 2122 | 2122 · IR LEX 2978 | 2978 · EV EV2 9782 | 978214:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h43
16:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBIR 75 2122 | 2122 · IR LEX 2978 | 2978 · EV EV2 9782 | 978214:35 Zurich HB
2h24
16:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBS 5 18555 | 18555 · IC 2 877 | 877 · S 4 21462 | 21462 · EV EV2 14622 | 1462214:46 Zurich Altstetten
2h35
17:21 Engelberg4 changes
SBBS 11 19157 | 19157 · IR 70 2629 | 2629 · IR LEX 2978 | 2978 · EV EV2 9782 | 978214:54 Zurich Altstetten
2h05
16:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBIC 2 877 | 877 · S 4 21462 | 21462 · EV EV2 14622 | 14622+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2024 | 202415:05 Zurich HB
2h16
17:21 Engelberg3 changes
SBBIR 70 2629 | 2629 · IR LEX 2978 | 2978 · EV EV2 9782 | 978215:10 Zurich HB
1h49
16:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBIR 70 2615 | 2615 · IR LEX 2964 | 2964 · EV EV2 9642 | 96428:10 Zurich HB
1h49
9:59 Engelberg2 changes
SBBS 6 18631 | 18631 · IR 70 2617 | 2617 · IR LEX 2966 | 2966 · EV EV2 9662 | 96628:51 Zürich Oerlikon
2h08
10:59 Engelberg3 changes
SBBS 11 19133 | 19133 · IR 70 2617 | 2617 · IR LEX 2966 | 2966 · EV EV2 9662 | 96628:54 Zurich Altstetten
2h05
10:59 Engelberg3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Engelberg

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Trains from Zurich to Engelberg run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 1h 18m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
62 km
Average train duration
1h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
19
Fastest train
1h 18m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:54
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
2 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: SBB from Zurich to Engelberg trainsSBB trains will get you between Zurich and Engelberg from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest SBB Price
£20
SBB frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Engelberg

Things to do in Engelberg

Discover the best of Engelberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Engelberg trip today.

  • Recommended

Klostermuseum Engelberg

Monastery museum presenting books, liturgical objects and documents that explain the abbey’s long history in Engelberg.

  • Recommended

Schaukäserei Kloster Engelberg

Cheese dairy visitor exhibition showing regional production methods, with viewing areas and practical insight into local food culture.

Stiftsbibliothek Engelberg

Abbey library displaying historic volumes and manuscripts in a scholarly setting linked to Engelberg’s monastic tradition.

Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Engelberg is pricier than many Alpine towns, with high hotel rates, costly dining and mountain transport adding to typical daily spend.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for a simple meal or takeaway.
Mid-range
CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 70+ per person for fine dining.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6.50 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafés or leave 5-10% for great service. Round up taxi fares; small tips are appreciated, not expected.

FAQs: Zurich to Engelberg train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Engelberg 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 Engelberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich to Engelberg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £34.
The train journey from Zurich to Engelberg covers a distance of 62 km and takes approximately 1h 18m. Trains run 19 per day.
The train distance from Zurich to Engelberg is 62 km.
The first train from Zurich to Engelberg leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Zurich to Engelberg departs at 23:54.
Trains from Zurich to Engelberg run approximately 19 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Zurich to Engelberg.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Zurich to Engelberg.
To travel from Zurich to Engelberg, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Zurich to Engelberg.
The train station in Zurich that goes to Engelberg is Zurich HB, and it arrives at Engelberg station.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Engelberg is by train, costing approximately £17.
Booking trains from Zurich to Engelberg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Zurich to Engelberg is scenic, offering picturesque views of the Swiss countryside, including lush valleys, charming villages, and the stunning backdrop of the Alps.
A day trip from Zurich to Engelberg is feasible. The journey takes 1h 18m and covers a distance of 62 km. Trains run 18 times per day.
Engelberg is best explored over a period of 2 to 3 days, allowing time for skiing, hiking, and visiting attractions like the Engelberg Abbey and Titlis Glacier.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Engelberg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Engelberg

Most Zurich to Engelberg trains use the Zürich HB to Engelberg station pair, with some services arriving at Grafenort. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Engelberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Zurich
Arrival train stations in Engelberg

Which Zurich station do trains to Engelberg leave from?

Trains from Zurich to Engelberg leave from Zürich HB. The station is 2 km from Zurich city centre at Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.
Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre

Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS, 9 · 3m · £3 · every ~3 min
S11, Sn11, S12, S15, S16, Sn1, Sn, S20, S23, S3, S5, Sn5, S6, Sn6, S7, Sn7, S9, Sn9, S · 3m · £0.90 · every ~43 min
Bus31, 33 · 5m · £2 · every ~16 min
N4, N5, N91 · 5m · £2
Tram11, 15, 4 · 8m · £2 · every ~19 min

Zürich HB train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.

Zürich OerlikonOerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre

Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS8, S2, S24, Ir36, S14, Re48, S19, S, Ir13, Ic1, S21, S15, S9, Sn8, Ir, N1 · 4m · £2 · every ~31 min
9, S · 12m · £4 · every ~3 min
BusE · 13m · £3
N10 · 14m · £3
Tram10, 11, 17, 50, 51, 8 · 12m · £3 · every ~19 min

Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.

Zürich AltstettenZürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, SwitzerlandWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre

Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S11, S12, Sn1, Sn5, Sn11, Sn · 12m · £3 · every ~14 min
Bus31 · 14m · £3 · every ~16 min
N17, N1 · 18m · £3
31 · 22m · £3 · every ~16 min
Tram51 · 14m · £3 · every ~16 min

Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.

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