The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Pfaeffikon
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
32 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Pfaeffikon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Pfaeffikon will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 13 trains that leave Zurich for Pfaeffikon every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 34 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.
S 3 18331 | 18331
S 8 18826 | 18826 · S 3 18329 | 18329
S 11 19133 | 19133 · S 3 18333 | 18333
S 3 18331 | 18331
S 11 19131 | 19131 · S 3 18331 | 18331
S 3 18331 | 18331
S 3 18329 | 18329
S 5 18529 | 18529 · S 3 18332 | 18332
S 8 18826 | 18826 · S 3 18329 | 18329
S 8 18828 | 18828 · S 3 18331 | 18331Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zurich to Pfaeffikon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Pfaeffikon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 18 km
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57m Average total duration 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zurich to Pfaeffikon train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Pfaeffikon trains for tomorrow, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 8 18826 | 18826 · S 3 18329 | 18329 | 07:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 0h34 | 07:34 Pfäffikon ZH | 1 change | |
S 15 19529 | 19529 · B 830 83015 | 83015 | 07:01 Zürich Oerlikon | 0h48 | 07:49 Pfaeffikon | 1 change | |
S 3 18329 | 18329 | 07:04 Zurich HB | 0h30 | 07:34 Pfäffikon ZH | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · S 3 18332 | 18332 | 07:16 Zurich Altstetten | 0h39 | 07:55 Pfäffikon ZH | 1 change | |
S 14 19429 | 19429 · S 3 18332 | 18332 | 07:18 Zürich Oerlikon | 0h37 | 07:55 Pfäffikon ZH | 1 change | |
S 11 19131 | 19131 · S 3 18331 | 18331 | 07:24 Zurich Altstetten | 0h40 | 08:04 Pfäffikon ZH | 1 change | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · S 3 18332 | 18332 | 07:24 Zurich HB | 0h31 | 07:55 Pfäffikon ZH | 1 change | |
S 3 18331 | 18331 | 07:25 Zürich Oerlikon | 0h39 | 08:04 Pfäffikon ZH | 0 changesdirect | |
S 8 18828 | 18828 · S 3 18331 | 18331 | 07:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 0h34 | 08:04 Pfäffikon ZH | 1 change | |
S 3 18331 | 18331 | 07:34 Zurich HB | 0h30 | 08:04 Pfäffikon ZH | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18531 | 18531 · S 3 18334 | 18334 | 07:46 Zurich Altstetten | 0h39 | 08:25 Pfäffikon ZH | 1 change | |
S 11 19133 | 19133 · S 3 18333 | 18333 | 07:54 Zurich Altstetten | 0h40 | 08:34 Pfäffikon ZH | 1 change | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · S 3 18336 | 18336 | 08:16 Zurich Altstetten | 0h39 | 08:55 Pfäffikon ZH | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Pfaeffikon
Trains from Zurich to Pfaeffikon run on average 25 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 30m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Pfaeffikon trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Pfaeffikon from £12. 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 Pfaeffikon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Pfaeffikon 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 Pfaeffikon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Pfaeffikon
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 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
- 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
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