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Museo d'arte Mendrisio
Main local art museum in a restored convent, presenting temporary exhibitions and a strong programme of modern and contemporary art.
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£51
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£51
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
2 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
2 h 13 m
Trains on 06 Sept
1
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Mendrisio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Mendrisio will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 1 trains from Zurich to Mendrisio, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Mendrisio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a flight costs an average of £128.
Distance: 170 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£66 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price | £76 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Mendrisio:
A coach is £45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Mendrisio costing on average £66.
A coach is £107 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Mendrisio costing on average £128.
Other travel options to Mendrisio take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 15m.
Flight takes on average 5h 30m.
The journey is about 8m faster (2h 36m by train vs 2h 44m by car) and roughly £10 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£66 vs £76). 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 Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
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 Mendrisio trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 7 18729 | 18729 · IC 10363 | 10363 · S 90 25917 | 25917 | 8:03 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h10 | 11:13 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
IR 46 2413 | 2413 · IC 21 663 | 663 · RE 80 25515 | 25515 | 8:05 Zurich HB | 2h13 | 10:18 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 14 19429 | 19429 · IC 10363 | 10363 · S 90 25917 | 25917 | 8:05 Zurich Altstetten | 3h08 | 11:13 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · EC 301 | 301 · RE 80 25517 | 25517 | 8:16 Zurich Altstetten | 3h02 | 11:18 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · EC 301 | 301 · S 10 25117 | 25117 | 8:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h41 | 10:57 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · EC 301 | 301 · S 10 25117 | 25117 | 8:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 10:57 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · EC 301 | 301 · RE 80 25517 | 25517 | 8:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h02 | 11:18 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
IC 10363 | 10363 · S 90 25917 | 25917 | 8:17 Zurich HB | 2h56 | 11:13 Mendrisio station | 1 change | |
EC 301 | 301 · S 10 25117 | 25117 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 2h24 | 10:57 Mendrisio station | 1 change | |
EC 301 | 301 · RE 80 25517 | 25517 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 2h45 | 11:18 Mendrisio station | 1 change | |
S 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 2 865 | 865 · RE 80 25517 | 25517 | 8:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h32 | 11:18 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18631 | 18631 · IC 2 865 | 865 · RE 80 25517 | 25517 | 8:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h27 | 11:18 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
IC 2 865 | 865 · RE 80 25517 | 25517 | 9:05 Zurich HB | 2h13 | 11:18 Mendrisio station | 1 change | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · EC 15 | 15 · S 10 25119 | 25119 | 9:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h41 | 11:57 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · EC 15 | 15 · S 10 25119 | 25119 | 9:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 11:57 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
IR 46 2421 | 2421 · IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523 | 12:05 Zurich HB | 2h13 | 14:18 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18545 | 18545 · EC 151 | 151 · S 10 25125 | 25125 | 12:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 14:57 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 9 18945 | 18945 · EC 151 | 151 · S 10 25125 | 25125 | 12:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h41 | 14:57 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
EC 151 | 151 · S 10 25125 | 25125 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 2h24 | 14:57 Mendrisio station | 1 change | |
S 5 18547 | 18547 · IC 2 873 | 873 · RE 80 25525 | 25525 | 12:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h32 | 15:18 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18647 | 18647 · IC 2 873 | 873 · RE 80 25525 | 25525 | 12:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h27 | 15:18 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
IC 2 873 | 873 · RE 80 25525 | 25525 | 13:05 Zurich HB | 2h13 | 15:18 Mendrisio station | 1 change | |
S 5 18549 | 18549 · EC 21 | 21 · S 10 25127 | 25127 | 13:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 15:57 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 9 18949 | 18949 · EC 21 | 21 · S 10 25127 | 25127 | 13:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h41 | 15:57 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
EC 21 | 21 · S 10 25127 | 25127 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 2h24 | 15:57 Mendrisio station | 1 change | |
S 5 18551 | 18551 · IR 46 2425 | 2425 · IC 21 675 | 675 · RE 80 25527 | 25527 | 13:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h32 | 16:18 Mendrisio station | 3 changes | |
S 6 18651 | 18651 · IR 46 2425 | 2425 · IC 21 675 | 675 · RE 80 25527 | 25527 | 13:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h27 | 16:18 Mendrisio station | 3 changes | |
IR 46 2425 | 2425 · IC 21 675 | 675 · RE 80 25527 | 25527 | 14:05 Zurich HB | 2h13 | 16:18 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 9 18953 | 18953 · EC 37 | 37 · S 10 25129 | 25129 | 14:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h41 | 16:57 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18553 | 18553 · EC 37 | 37 · S 10 25129 | 25129 | 14:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 16:57 Mendrisio station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Zurich to Mendrisio run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:56, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 3:56 |
Last train 22:05 |
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Discover the best of Mendrisio — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mendrisio trip today.
Main local art museum in a restored convent, presenting temporary exhibitions and a strong programme of modern and contemporary art.
University exhibition space at the Academy of Architecture, hosting architecture and design shows that attract both specialists and visitors.
Specialist museum near Monte Generoso dedicated to fossils and local geology, appealing to families and anyone curious about natural history.
Popular mountain viewpoint above the town with wide panoramas, walking paths and access to the summit area by railway or trail.
Pedestrian heart of Mendrisio with arcades, historic buildings and shops, ideal for a relaxed walk and a sense of local everyday life.
Scenic natural area of vineyards, woods and trails south of the centre, valued for easy walks and views across the Mendrisiotto.
A rich polenta from Ticino, often served with slow-cooked beef, rabbit or cheese. It reflects the region’s Alpine maize tradition and hearty rural cooking.
Braised beef cooked slowly in Merlot, Ticino’s signature wine. It is a classic local Sunday dish showing the area’s strong wine and Italian-influenced food culture.
Air-dried salami from Ticino, usually made with pork and local seasoning. It is a staple of grotto dining and traditional cold platters across the region.
Elegant dining inside Villa Argentina, known for refined Italian and Ticino cooking in a historic setting suited to a slower meal.
Traditional grotto-style dining with Ticino specialities, grilled meats and local wine in a relaxed, rustic setting near Mendrisio.
Established local restaurant serving regional dishes, pasta and seasonal plates in a warm, classic atmosphere popular with residents.
Swiss prices are high for visitors. Hotels, dining and daily costs are above nearby Italian destinations, though local transport is efficient and predictable.
Service is usually included. Round up a little in restaurants, cafés and taxis for good service, but large tips are not expected.
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Mendrisio station -> Mendrisio centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Mendrisio 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 Mendrisio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Mendrisio trains use the Zürich HB to Mendrisio station pair, with some services arriving at Capolago-Riva San Vitale. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Mendrisio 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.
Mendrisio has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Corona, Osteria Lanterna
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Mendrisio. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mendrisio. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mendrisio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mendrisio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mendrisio: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Coronado, Albergo Stazione Mendrisio, Hotel Milano.
Capolago-Riva San Vitale is 3 km from Mendrisio city centre. Public transport options include:
Capolago-Riva San Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Capolago-Riva San Vitale.
ATMs are available at Capolago-Riva San Vitale.
Available at Capolago-Riva San Vitale: Parking, WC.
Available at Capolago-Riva San Vitale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Capolago-Riva San Vitale.
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