- Must visit
Schlossmuseum Thun
Castle museum inside Schloss Thun with cultural history exhibits, tower rooms and excellent panoramic views from the keep.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£49
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 21 m
Trains on 17 Sept
67
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Thun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Thun will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 67 trains from Zurich to Thun, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
IC 1 704 | 704 · IC 61 607 | 607
S 14 19416 | 19416 · IC 1 704 | 704 · IC 61 607 | 607
IR 70 2647 | 2647 · RE 7 4356 | 4356 · S 21 6707 | 6707
IC 8 804 | 804
S 5 18519 | 18519 · IC 8 804 | 804
IC 8 808 | 808 · ICE 271 | 271
IC 81 810 | 810
IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613
IC 8 812 | 812 · IC 61 965 | 965
IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Thun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 98 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Thun:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Thun costing on average £46.
Other travel options to Thun take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 31m.
The journey is about 28m faster (1h 24m by train vs 1h 52m by car) and roughly £14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£46 vs £60). 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 SBB, 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 Thun trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 11 19116 | 19116 · IC 1 704 | 704 · IC 61 607 | 607 | 5:05 Zurich Altstetten | 1h48 | 6:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 14 19416 | 19416 · IC 1 704 | 704 · IC 61 607 | 607 | 5:07 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h46 | 6:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
IC 1 704 | 704 · IC 61 607 | 607 | 5:19 Zurich HB | 1h34 | 6:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
S 5 18519 | 18519 · IC 8 804 | 804 | 5:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 7:26 Thun station | 1 change | |
S 9 18919 | 18919 · IC 8 804 | 804 · IC 61 957 | 957 | 5:46 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h37 | 7:23 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18519 | 18519 · IC 8 804 | 804 · IC 61 957 | 957 | 5:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h37 | 7:23 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 9 18919 | 18919 · IC 8 804 | 804 | 5:46 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 7:26 Thun station | 1 change | |
IR 35 2354 | 2354 · EC 61 | 61 | 5:59 Zurich Altstetten | 1h54 | 7:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 8 804 | 804 | 6:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 7:26 Thun station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 8 804 | 804 · IC 61 957 | 957 | 6:02 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 7:23 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 | 6:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 7:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
S 5 18521 | 18521 · IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 | 6:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h44 | 8:00 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18521 | 18521 · IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 | 6:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h37 | 7:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 | 6:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h44 | 8:00 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 706 · EC 61 | 61 | 6:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h37 | 7:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
IC 8 808 | 808 | 8:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 9:26 Thun station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 8 808 | 808 · ICE 271 | 271 | 8:02 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 9:23 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 8 808 | 808 · S 1 15131 | 15131 | 8:02 Zurich HB | 1h44 | 9:46 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 | 8:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 9:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 | 8:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h37 | 9:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 8:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h44 | 10:00 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 8:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h44 | 10:00 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 | 8:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h37 | 9:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 8:32 Zurich HB | 1h28 | 10:00 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · IC 6 613 | 613 | 8:32 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 9:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
S 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 81 810 | 810 | 8:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h37 | 10:23 Thun station | 1 change | |
RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 81 810 | 810 | 8:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h35 | 10:23 Thun station | 1 change | |
IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 61 615 | 615 | 8:59 Zurich Altstetten | 1h54 | 10:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 81 810 | 810 | 9:02 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 10:23 Thun station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1 712 | 712 · IC 61 615 | 615 | 9:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 10:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 · IC 61 615 | 615 | 9:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h37 | 10:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 · IC 61 615 | 615 | 9:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h37 | 10:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
IC 1 712 | 712 · IC 61 615 | 615 | 9:32 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 10:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
S 5 18535 | 18535 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IC 61 965 | 965 | 9:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h37 | 11:23 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18535 | 18535 · IC 8 812 | 812 | 9:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 11:26 Thun station | 1 change | |
RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IC 61 965 | 965 | 9:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h35 | 11:23 Thun station | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 8 812 | 812 | 9:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 11:26 Thun station | 1 change | |
IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 6 617 | 617 | 9:59 Zurich Altstetten | 1h54 | 11:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 8 812 | 812 · IC 61 965 | 965 | 10:02 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 11:23 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 8 812 | 812 | 10:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 11:26 Thun station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 | 10:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 11:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
S 9 18937 | 18937 · IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 10:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h44 | 12:00 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 | 10:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h37 | 11:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 9 18937 | 18937 · IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 | 10:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h37 | 11:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 10:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h44 | 12:00 Thun station | 2 changes | |
IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 | 10:32 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 11:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 10:32 Zurich HB | 1h28 | 12:00 Thun station | 1 change | |
S 5 18539 | 18539 · IC 81 814 | 814 | 10:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h37 | 12:23 Thun station | 1 change | |
RE 48 4917 | 4917 · IC 81 814 | 814 | 10:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h35 | 12:23 Thun station | 1 change | |
IR 35 2364 | 2364 · IC 61 619 | 619 | 10:59 Zurich Altstetten | 1h54 | 12:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 81 814 | 814 | 11:02 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 12:23 Thun station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1 716 | 716 · IC 61 619 | 619 | 11:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 12:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
S 9 18941 | 18941 · IC 1 716 | 716 · IC 61 619 | 619 | 11:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h37 | 12:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18541 | 18541 · IC 1 716 | 716 · IC 61 619 | 619 | 11:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h37 | 12:53 Thun station | 2 changes | |
IC 1 716 | 716 · IC 61 619 | 619 | 11:32 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 12:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
S 5 18543 | 18543 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 61 969 | 969 | 11:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h37 | 13:23 Thun station | 2 changes | |
S 5 18543 | 18543 · IC 8 816 | 816 | 11:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 13:26 Thun station | 1 change | |
RE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 8 816 | 816 | 11:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 13:26 Thun station | 1 change | |
RE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 61 969 | 969 | 11:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h35 | 13:23 Thun station | 2 changes | |
IC 8 816 | 816 · IC 61 969 | 969 | 12:02 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 13:23 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 8 816 | 816 | 12:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 13:26 Thun station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 1 718 | 718 · EC 65 | 65 | 12:32 Zurich HB | 1h21 | 13:53 Thun station | 1 change | |
IC 1 718 | 718 · RE 1 4173 | 4173 | 12:32 Zurich HB | 1h28 | 14:00 Thun station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Zurich to Thun run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:51 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Thun — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Thun trip today.
Castle museum inside Schloss Thun with cultural history exhibits, tower rooms and excellent panoramic views from the keep.
Major art museum showing Swiss and international works in temporary exhibitions in a central riverside location.
Panorama museum housing Marquard Wocher’s vast circular painting, offering a rare immersive view of historic Thun.
Historic island quarter in the Aare with raised pavements, traditional facades, shops and one of Thun’s classic walking routes.
Riverside park beside the lake with castle views, lawns and paths, ideal for a relaxed stroll close to the old town.
Lively central square framed by historic buildings, markets and civic architecture, forming a natural stop on any old-town walk.
A rich Bernese platter of smoked pork, beef tongue, bacon, sausages, sauerkraut and beans. A classic regional feast eaten across the Bernese Oberland.
Potatoes cooked with onions and cheese, often topped with a fried egg. A hearty Alpine dish common in the Bernese Oberland and popular in local inns.
A dense potato rösti from the Bern region, crisp outside and soft inside. It is one of the most recognisable traditional side dishes in and around Thun.
Stylish lakeside restaurant at Schloss Schadau serving refined Swiss and international cuisine in an elegant park setting.
Established restaurant in Hotel Krone with polished Swiss cooking and a smart but welcoming setting in the old town.
Historic riverside venue in Thun old town known for Swiss classics, seasonal dishes and a lively traditional atmosphere.
Thun is costly by European standards. Hotels, dining and local transport are pricier than in nearby EU cities, though lake views and Swiss-quality services add value.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if service is good.
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Thun Bahnhof -> Rathausplatz, Thun
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Thun 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 Thun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Thun trains use the Zürich HB to Thun station pair, with some services arriving at Thun, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Thun 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.
Thun 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 Dampfschiff, Restaurant Schlossberg
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Thun. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Thun. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Thun: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Thun: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thun: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Freienhof, Hotel Krone Thun, Hotel Emmental.
Thun, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thun, Bahnhof.
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