Zurich to Kandersteg train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Kandersteg

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£43

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£61

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

2 h 8 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

2 h 8 m

Trains on 05 Sept

35

Distance

118 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Zurich to Kandersteg will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

To travel from Zurich to Kandersteg you need to make at least one change.

  • SBBIR 35 2366 | 2366 · RE 1 4173 | 4173
    11:592h41
    Zurich Altstetten
    14:40Kandersteg station
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 35 2368 | 2368 · RE 1 4175 | 4175
    12:592h41
    Zurich Altstetten
    15:40Kandersteg station
    £441One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 35 2364 | 2364 · RE 1 4171 | 4171
    10:592h41
    Zurich Altstetten
    13:40Kandersteg station
    £441One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIC 904 | 904 · RE 1 4179 | 4179
    15:322h08
    Zurich HB
    17:40Kandersteg station
    £461One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIC 902 | 902 · RE 1 4175 | 4175
    13:322h08
    Zurich HB
    15:40Kandersteg station
    £491One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train for Zurich to Kandersteg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Kandersteg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £54, while a train costs an average of £54.

Distance: 118 km

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Driving

£54

Average Price

Cheapest

£66

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 17m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

SBB

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Kandersteg is a train with an average price of £54.
The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Kandersteg is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 48m.

Other travel options to Kandersteg take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 10m.

Yes, you can take a train between Zurich and Kandersteg.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 7m faster (2h 10m by train vs 2h 17m by car) and roughly £12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£54 vs £66). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Zurich to Kandersteg train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Kandersteg trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 41658:32 Zurich HB
2h08
10:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIR 35 2360 | 2360 · RE 1 4167 | 41678:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h41
11:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 41679:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h25
11:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBS 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 41679:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h24
11:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBS 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 41679:16 Zürich Oerlikon
2h24
11:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBIC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 41679:32 Zurich HB
2h08
11:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIR 35 2362 | 2362 · RE 1 4169 | 41699:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h41
12:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 416910:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h25
12:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBS 9 18937 | 18937 · IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 416910:16 Zürich Oerlikon
2h24
12:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBS 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 416910:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h24
12:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBIC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 416910:32 Zurich HB
2h08
12:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIR 35 2364 | 2364 · RE 1 4171 | 417110:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h41
13:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIC 1 716 | 716 · RE 1 4171 | 417111:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h25
13:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBS 9 18941 | 18941 · IC 1 716 | 716 · RE 1 4171 | 417111:16 Zürich Oerlikon
2h24
13:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBS 5 18541 | 18541 · IC 1 716 | 716 · RE 1 4171 | 417111:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h24
13:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBIC 1 716 | 716 · RE 1 4171 | 417111:32 Zurich HB
2h08
13:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIR 35 2366 | 2366 · RE 1 4173 | 417311:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h41
14:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIC 1 718 | 718 · RE 1 4173 | 417312:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h25
14:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBS 9 18945 | 18945 · IC 1 718 | 718 · RE 1 4173 | 417312:16 Zürich Oerlikon
2h24
14:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBS 5 18545 | 18545 · IC 1 718 | 718 · RE 1 4173 | 417312:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h24
14:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBIC 1 718 | 718 · RE 1 4173 | 417312:32 Zurich HB
2h08
14:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIR 35 2368 | 2368 · RE 1 4175 | 417512:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h41
15:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIC 1 720 | 720 · RE 1 4175 | 417513:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h25
15:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBS 5 18549 | 18549 · IC 1 720 | 720 · RE 1 4175 | 417513:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h24
15:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBS 9 18949 | 18949 · IC 1 720 | 720 · RE 1 4175 | 417513:16 Zürich Oerlikon
2h24
15:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBIC 1 720 | 720 · RE 1 4175 | 417513:32 Zurich HB
2h08
15:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIR 35 2370 | 2370 · RE 1 4177 | 417713:59 Zurich Altstetten
2h41
16:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIC 1 722 | 722 · RE 1 4177 | 417714:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h25
16:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBS 5 18553 | 18553 · IC 1 722 | 722 · RE 1 4177 | 417714:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h24
16:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBS 9 18953 | 18953 · IC 1 722 | 722 · RE 1 4177 | 417714:16 Zürich Oerlikon
2h24
16:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBIC 1 722 | 722 · RE 1 4177 | 417714:32 Zurich HB
2h08
16:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIC 1 724 | 724 · RE 1 4179 | 417915:32 Zurich HB
2h08
17:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIC 1 726 | 726 · RE 1 4181 | 418116:32 Zurich HB
2h08
18:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBIC 1 728 | 728 · RE 1 4183 | 418317:32 Zurich HB
2h08
19:40 Kandersteg station1 change
Saturday 5 September
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 41658:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h25
10:40 Kandersteg station1 change
SBBS 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 41658:16 Zürich Oerlikon
2h24
10:40 Kandersteg station2 changes
SBBS 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 41658:16 Zurich Altstetten
2h24
10:40 Kandersteg station2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Kandersteg

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Trains from Zurich to Kandersteg run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 2h 8m.

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
118 km
Average train duration
2h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
21
Fastest train
2h 8m
First train
0:08
Last train
23:51
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 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, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Kandersteg trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Kandersteg from £22. 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
2h 8m
Cheapest SBB Price
£22
SBB frequency
21 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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Price
£52
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
17 a day

Complete guide to Kandersteg

Things to do in Kandersteg

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

  • Recommended

Museum Kandersteg

Local museum presenting valley life, transport and mountain culture through regional objects and changing displays.

Lötschberg Base Tunnel Info Centre Blausee-Mitholz

Railway-themed exhibition at Blausee-Mitholz station with material on the Lötschberg line and regional transport history.

KISC Exhibition Kandersteg

Interpretive exhibition space at the International Scout Centre, explaining the site’s history and global scouting culture.

Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Swiss mountain resort prices are high: stays, dining and rail travel usually cost more than in comparable Alpine villages.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
CHF 30-45 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.

FAQs: Zurich to Kandersteg train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich to Kandersteg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £54.
The train journey from Zurich to Kandersteg covers a distance of 118 km and takes approximately 2h 8m. Trains run 21 per day.
The train distance from Zurich to Kandersteg is 118 km.
The first train from Zurich to Kandersteg leaves at 0:08.
The last train from Zurich to Kandersteg departs at 23:51.
Trains from Zurich to Kandersteg run approximately 21 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Zurich to Kandersteg.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Zurich to Kandersteg.
To travel from Zurich to Kandersteg, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Zurich to Kandersteg.
The train station in Zurich that goes to Kandersteg is Zurich HB, and it arrives at Kandersteg station.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Kandersteg is by train, costing approximately £22.
Booking trains from Zurich to Kandersteg 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 Kandersteg is considered scenic, offering picturesque views of the Swiss countryside, charming villages, and stunning mountain landscapes as it travels through the Bernese Oberland region.
A day trip from Zurich to Kandersteg is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 8m. Trains run 19 times per day over a distance of 118 km.
For a fulfilling visit to Kandersteg, plan for at least 2 to 3 days to explore its scenic hiking trails, enjoy the picturesque Lake Oeschinen, and experience the charming village atmosphere.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Kandersteg.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Kandersteg

Most Zurich to Kandersteg trains use the Zürich HB to Kandersteg station pair, with some services arriving at Oeschinen. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Kandersteg 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 Kandersteg

Which Zurich station do trains to Kandersteg leave from?

Trains from Zurich to Kandersteg 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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