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Museum Sarganserland
Museum inside Schloss Sargans presenting regional history, everyday life and changing exhibitions in a striking heritage setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Sargans is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Sargans will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 91 trains from Zurich to Sargans, including 46 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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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Trains from Zurich to Sargans run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 76 km distance in 54m.
Distance 76 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zurich to Sargans.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Sargans trains for today, Saturday 31 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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S 8 18829 | 18829 · IR 35 2359 | 2359 | 8:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h25 | 9:25 Sargans station | 1 change | |
EC 163 | 163 | 8:00 Zurich HB | 1h06 | 9:06 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3 761 | 761 | 8:07 Zurich HB | 0h55 | 9:02 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 | 8:08 Zurich HB | 2h16 | 10:24 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 35 2359 | 2359 | 8:12 Zurich HB | 1h13 | 9:25 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 | 8:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h09 | 10:24 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6 18629 | 18629 · IC 901 | 901 | 8:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h11 | 9:32 Sargans station | 1 change | |
S 8 18831 | 18831 · S 25 20531 | 20531 · S 17 12333 | 12333 | 8:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h27 | 9:57 Sargans station | 2 changes | |
IC 901 | 901 | 8:38 Zurich HB | 0h54 | 9:32 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 25 20531 | 20531 · S 17 12333 | 12333 | 8:43 Zurich HB | 1h14 | 9:57 Sargans station | 1 change | |
S 6 18631 | 18631 · IC 3 763 | 763 | 8:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h11 | 10:02 Sargans station | 1 change | |
S 8 18833 | 18833 · IR 35 2361 | 2361 | 9:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h25 | 10:25 Sargans station | 1 change | |
IC 3 763 | 763 | 9:07 Zurich HB | 0h55 | 10:02 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3261 | 3261 | 9:08 Zurich HB | 2h16 | 11:24 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 35 2361 | 2361 | 9:12 Zurich HB | 1h13 | 10:25 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3261 | 3261 | 9:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h09 | 11:24 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6 18633 | 18633 · IC 3 563 | 563 | 9:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h11 | 10:32 Sargans station | 1 change | |
S 8 18835 | 18835 · S 25 20535 | 20535 · S 17 12337 | 12337 | 9:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h27 | 10:57 Sargans station | 2 changes | |
IC 3 563 | 563 | 9:38 Zurich HB | 0h54 | 10:32 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 25 20535 | 20535 · S 17 12337 | 12337 | 9:43 Zurich HB | 1h14 | 10:57 Sargans station | 1 change | |
S 6 18635 | 18635 · IC 3 765 | 765 | 9:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h11 | 11:02 Sargans station | 1 change | |
S 8 18837 | 18837 · IR 35 2363 | 2363 | 10:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h25 | 11:25 Sargans station | 1 change | |
RJX 165 | 165 | 10:02 Zurich HB | 1h04 | 11:06 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 3 765 | 765 | 10:07 Zurich HB | 0h55 | 11:02 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3263 | 3263 | 10:08 Zurich HB | 2h16 | 12:24 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 35 2363 | 2363 | 10:12 Zurich HB | 1h13 | 11:25 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
IR 13 3263 | 3263 | 10:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h09 | 12:24 Sargans station | 0 changesdirect | |
S 6 18637 | 18637 · IC 903 | 903 | 10:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h11 | 11:32 Sargans station | 1 change | |
S 8 18839 | 18839 · S 25 20539 | 20539 · S 17 12341 | 12341 | 10:30 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h27 | 11:57 Sargans station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18639 | 18639 · ICE 275 | 275 | 10:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h11 | 12:02 Sargans station | 1 change | |
S 8 18841 | 18841 · IR 35 2365 | 2365 | 11:00 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h25 | 12:25 Sargans station | 1 change | |
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Museum inside Schloss Sargans presenting regional history, everyday life and changing exhibitions in a striking heritage setting.
Small art venue in the wider Sarganserland area hosting temporary exhibitions by regional and contemporary artists.
Interactive regional museum in nearby Vättis focused on the Taminatal valley, local culture and the famous dragon legend.
Historic old town street with painted façades, small shops and direct access to the castle hill, ideal for a short stroll.
Popular lookout above Sargans with broad views over the Rhine valley and surrounding mountains, especially good on clear days.
Walking route up to the castle through vineyards and old town lanes, combining heritage views with one of Sargans best short walks.
A St. Gallen and Sarganserland speciality of veal and pork sausage with milk. Traditionally grilled or poached and served with onion sauce or rösti.
Crisp potato rösti is a Swiss classic eaten widely in eastern Switzerland, often served as a hearty side with sausages, cheese or fried eggs.
Small pasta dumplings from eastern Switzerland, usually filled with meat or spinach and cheese, then topped with butter and onions.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant popular for Italian staples and approachable dining in Sargans.
Well-known local restaurant with Swiss and seasonal cuisine, suitable for a casual meal with regional flavours.
Traditional Swiss inn in Sargans serving regional dishes in a relaxed, historic setting near the centre.
Sargans is costly by regional standards. Hotels, restaurant meals and Swiss rail fares are usually higher than in nearby Austria or Germany.
Service is usually included. Round up small amounts in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Sargans 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 Sargans, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Sargans trains use the Zürich HB to Sargans station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Sargans 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.
Sargans has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Bahnhof, Pizzeria Da Vinci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Sargans. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sargans. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sargans: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sargans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sargans: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Post, Hotel Franz Anton, Hotel Deja Vu.
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