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Musée d'art du Valais
Art museum in the Château de la Majorie, presenting Swiss and Valais art in a historic setting near Sion’s old town.
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
63
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Sion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Sion will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
To travel from Zurich to Sion you need to make at least one change.
IR N1 746 | 746 · S 1 15116 | 15116 · IR 15 2506 | 2506 · R 7 24710 | 24710
SN 7 13773 | 13773 · IR N1 746 | 746 · S 1 15116 | 15116 · IR 15 2506 | 2506
IC 8 844 | 844 · S 8 8714 | 8714 · IR 15 2504 | 2504 · R 7 24706 | 24706
RE 12 4793 | 4793 · IC 8 844 | 844 · S 8 8714 | 8714 · IR 15 2504 | 2504
S 14 19416 | 19416 · IC 1 704 | 704 · IR 90 1809 | 1809
IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · IR 90 1816 | 1816
IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 · IR 90 1812 | 1812
IC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · IR 90 1824 | 1824
IC 81 806 | 806 · IC 6 959 | 959 · IR 95 1712 | 1712
IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 95 1710 | 1710Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Sion among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £53, and a flight costs an average of £254.
Distance: 156 km
Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£72 Average Price Cheapest | £458 Average Price |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 49m Average total duration 7h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Sion trains for tomorrow, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 8 842 | 842 · B N17 91702 | 91702 · SN 13846 | 13846 · IR 95 1705 | 1705 | 0:02 Zurich HB | 6h17 | 6:19 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
RE 12 4793 | 4793 · IC 8 844 | 844 · S 8 8714 | 8714 · IR 15 2504 | 2504 | 0:37 Zurich Altstetten | 6h42 | 7:19 Gare de Sion | 5 changes | |
IC 8 844 | 844 · S 8 8714 | 8714 · IR 15 2504 | 2504 · R 7 24706 | 24706 | 1:02 Zurich HB | 6h17 | 7:19 Gare de Sion | 4 changes | |
BN N1 | 52295 · IR N1 746 | 746 · S 1 15116 | 15116 · IR 15 2506 | 2506 | 1:41 Zurich | 6h38 | 8:19 Gare de Sion | 5 changes | |
BN N1 | 52295 · IR N1 746 | 746 · S 1 15116 | 15116 · IC 6 955 | 955 | 1:41 Zurich | 5h57 | 7:38 Gare de Sion | 4 changes | |
SN 7 13773 | 13773 · IR N1 746 | 746 · S 1 15116 | 15116 · IR 15 2506 | 2506 | 1:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 6h31 | 8:19 Gare de Sion | 5 changes | |
SN 7 13773 | 13773 · IR N1 746 | 746 · S 1 15116 | 15116 · IC 6 955 | 955 | 1:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 5h50 | 7:38 Gare de Sion | 4 changes | |
IR N1 746 | 746 · S 1 15116 | 15116 · IR 15 2506 | 2506 · R 7 24710 | 24710 | 2:02 Zurich HB | 6h17 | 8:19 Gare de Sion | 4 changes | |
IR N1 746 | 746 · S 1 15116 | 15116 · IC 6 955 | 955 · IR 95 1708 | 1708 | 2:02 Zurich HB | 5h36 | 7:38 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
S 14 19416 | 19416 · IC 1 704 | 704 · IR 90 1809 | 1809 | 5:07 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h49 | 8:56 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 5 18519 | 18519 · IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 95 1710 | 1710 | 5:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h52 | 8:38 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 9 18919 | 18919 · IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 95 1710 | 1710 | 5:46 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h52 | 8:38 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2354 | 2354 · EC 61 | 61 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 5:59 Zurich Altstetten | 3h02 | 9:01 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 95 1710 | 1710 | 6:02 Zurich HB | 2h36 | 8:38 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 6:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h46 | 9:01 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 6:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 9:01 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
S 5 18521 | 18521 · IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 6:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h45 | 9:01 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
S 5 18521 | 18521 · IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 · B 591 559114 | 559114 | 6:16 Zurich Altstetten | 3h31 | 9:47 Gare de Sion | 4 changes | |
S 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 · B 591 559114 | 559114 | 6:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h31 | 9:47 Gare de Sion | 4 changes | |
IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 | 6:32 Zurich HB | 2h29 | 9:01 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 · B 591 559114 | 559114 · R 91 6112 | 6112 | 6:32 Zurich HB | 3h15 | 9:47 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
S 5 18523 | 18523 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IC 6 959 | 959 · IR 95 1712 | 1712 | 6:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h52 | 9:38 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
RE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IC 6 959 | 959 · IR 95 1712 | 1712 | 6:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h50 | 9:38 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
IC 81 806 | 806 · IC 6 959 | 959 · IR 95 1712 | 1712 | 7:02 Zurich HB | 2h36 | 9:38 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 9 18925 | 18925 · IC 1 708 | 708 · IR 90 1813 | 1813 | 7:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h40 | 10:56 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 5 18525 | 18525 · IC 1 708 | 708 · IR 90 1813 | 1813 | 7:16 Zurich Altstetten | 3h40 | 10:56 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
IC 1 708 | 708 · IR 90 1813 | 1813 | 7:32 Zurich HB | 3h24 | 10:56 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
S 5 18527 | 18527 · IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 95 1714 | 1714 | 7:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h52 | 10:38 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4911 | 4911 · IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 95 1714 | 1714 | 7:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h50 | 10:38 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2358 | 2358 · IC 6 613 | 613 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 7:59 Zurich Altstetten | 3h02 | 11:01 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 95 1714 | 1714 | 8:02 Zurich HB | 2h36 | 10:38 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 8:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h46 | 11:01 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 8:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h45 | 11:01 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 8:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 11:01 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 · B 591 559124 | 559124 | 8:16 Zurich Altstetten | 3h31 | 11:47 Gare de Sion | 4 changes | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 | 8:32 Zurich HB | 2h29 | 11:01 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 963 · IR 95 1716 | 1716 | 8:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h52 | 11:38 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 963 · IR 95 1716 | 1716 | 8:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h50 | 11:38 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
IC 81 810 | 810 · IC 6 963 | 963 · IR 95 1716 | 1716 | 9:02 Zurich HB | 2h36 | 11:38 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 · IR 90 1817 | 1817 | 9:16 Zurich Altstetten | 3h40 | 12:56 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 · IR 90 1817 | 1817 | 9:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h40 | 12:56 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
IC 1 712 | 712 · IR 90 1817 | 1817 | 9:32 Zurich HB | 3h24 | 12:56 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
S 5 18535 | 18535 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 95 1718 | 1718 | 9:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h52 | 12:38 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 95 1718 | 1718 | 9:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h50 | 12:38 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
IR 35 2362 | 2362 · EC 63 | 63 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 9:59 Zurich Altstetten | 3h02 | 13:01 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 95 1718 | 1718 | 10:02 Zurich HB | 2h36 | 12:38 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 · EC 63 | 63 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 10:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h45 | 13:01 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 95 1722 | 1722 | 12:02 Zurich HB | 2h36 | 14:38 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
S 11 19144 | 19144 · IR 16 2170 | 2170 · IC 1345 | 1345 · IR 90 1824 | 1824 | 12:05 Zurich Altstetten | 2h56 | 15:01 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
IR 37 2266 | 2266 · IR 16 2170 | 2170 · IC 1345 | 1345 · IR 90 1824 | 1824 | 12:08 Zurich HB | 2h53 | 15:01 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
IC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · IR 90 1824 | 1824 | 12:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h46 | 15:01 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 9 18945 | 18945 · IC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · IR 90 1824 | 1824 | 12:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 15:01 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
S 5 18545 | 18545 · IC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · IR 90 1824 | 1824 | 12:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h45 | 15:01 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
IC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 · IR 90 1824 | 1824 | 12:32 Zurich HB | 2h29 | 15:01 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 5 18547 | 18547 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IC 6 971 | 971 · IR 95 1724 | 1724 | 12:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h52 | 15:38 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
RE 48 4921 | 4921 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IC 6 971 | 971 · IR 95 1724 | 1724 | 12:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h50 | 15:38 Gare de Sion | 3 changes | |
IC 81 818 | 818 · IC 6 971 | 971 · IR 95 1724 | 1724 | 13:02 Zurich HB | 2h36 | 15:38 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 5 18549 | 18549 · IC 902 | 902 · IR 90 1825 | 1825 | 13:16 Zurich Altstetten | 3h40 | 16:56 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
S 9 18949 | 18949 · IC 902 | 902 · IR 90 1825 | 1825 | 13:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 3h40 | 16:56 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
IC 902 | 902 · IR 90 1825 | 1825 | 13:32 Zurich HB | 3h24 | 16:56 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
S 5 18551 | 18551 · IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 95 1726 | 1726 | 13:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h52 | 16:38 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4923 | 4923 · IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 95 1726 | 1726 | 13:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h50 | 16:38 Gare de Sion | 2 changes | |
IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 95 1726 | 1726 | 14:02 Zurich HB | 2h36 | 16:38 Gare de Sion | 1 change | |
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Trains from Zurich to Sion run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Sion — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sion trip today.
Art museum in the Château de la Majorie, presenting Swiss and Valais art in a historic setting near Sion’s old town.
Archaeology museum with artefacts from prehistory to the Roman period, offering strong context for the region’s long settlement history.
Small gallery space in Sion hosting changing contemporary art exhibitions, useful for seeing current regional and Swiss artists.
Historic quarter below Valère and Tourbillon, with narrow lanes, old houses and one of the most characterful walks in the city.
Atmospheric old town street lined with historic buildings, shops and cafés, ideal for strolling between Sion’s main monuments.
Main old town square framed by historic facades, frequently used for markets and events and a practical starting point for exploring Sion.
Melted Raclette cheese scraped over potatoes and pickles. A Valais classic tied closely to alpine dairying and one of the region’s signature meals.
A hearty Valais cheese fondue, usually made with local mountain cheeses and white wine. It is a social winter staple across the canton.
Air-dried beef from Valais, cured in the dry mountain climate. It is prized for its deep flavour and commonly served in thin slices.
Popular traditional restaurant known for Raclette, fondue and other Valais specialities in a warm, rustic setting near the old town.
Refined dining in Sion with seasonal cuisine, polished service and a smart atmosphere suited to a more leisurely evening meal.
Established café and brasserie style venue for pastries, coffee, light meals and relaxed people-watching in central Sion.
Sion is costly versus many European cities: hotels, dining and local travel are priced at typical Swiss levels, though supermarket meals and regional passes can help.
Service is usually included. Round up a little in restaurants, cafés and taxis for good service, such as CHF 1-5 or up to about 10%.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Sion 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 Sion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Sion trains use the Zürich HB to Gare de Sion station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Sion 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 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.
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.
Gare de Sion 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: Inglewood Sion, Brasserie de la Gare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Sion. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Sion. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Sion: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Sion: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Sion: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moxy Sion, Hotel Elite, Hotel Castel.
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