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Heimatmuseum Vogtturm
Town museum in the Vogtturm, presenting Zell am See’s local history, culture and objects in a restored medieval tower.
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£45
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£70
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
6 h 42 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
6 h 42 m
Trains on 13 Sept
8
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Zell am See is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Zell am See will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
To travel from Zurich to Zell am See you need to make at least one change.
EC 193+
REX 1+
RJX19919 · IR 613
EN 40465+
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EC 195+
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EC 99+
RJX19915 · IR 519
RJX13477 · IR 717
RJX13477 · IR 717
RJX13479 · IR 719
EC 99+
RJX19915 · IR 519
EC 191+
REX 1+
RJX19957 · IR 611
EC 193+
REX 1+
RJX19919 · IR 613Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Zell am See among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £51, while a flight costs an average of £227.
Distance: 320 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price Cheapest | £227 Average Price | £125 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Zell am See:
A train is £176 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Zell am See costing on average £227.
Other travel options to Zell am See take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 20m.
Train takes on average 6h 8m.
Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £125 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £74. The journey takes 6h 8m versus 5h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Zell am See trains for today, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:40 Zurich | 5h29 | 12:09 Zell am See | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Zurich | 5h34 | 17:14 Zell am See | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:40 Zurich | 5h34 | 19:14 Zell am See | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:12 Zurich | 6h02 | 20:14 Zell am See | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:40 Zurich | 5h34 | 21:14 Zell am See | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from Zurich to Zell am See run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 320 km distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 320 km |
Average train duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:26 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Zell am See — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zell am See trip today.
Town museum in the Vogtturm, presenting Zell am See’s local history, culture and objects in a restored medieval tower.
Interactive exhibition in the National Park worlds covering alpine nature, wildlife and glaciers, suitable for families and curious adults.
Museum on local transport and regional mobility, with heritage material linked to rail travel in the Pinzgau area.
Lakefront promenade ideal for strolling, boating views and easy access to the old town, beaches and public spaces.
Popular summit viewpoint above town with broad lake and mountain panoramas, reached by cable car and walking trails.
Pedestrian heart of Zell am See with historic buildings, shops and access to the parish church and town square.
A clear beef broth with sliced pancakes. It is a classic Austrian starter served in alpine inns and family kitchens.
Sweet shredded pancake, caramelised and dusted with sugar, often served with fruit compote. A beloved Austrian mountain dessert.
A thin veal cutlet coated in crumbs and fried until golden. It is one of Austria’s most iconic traditional dishes.
Smart hotel restaurant with refined Austrian and international cooking, suited to a more polished dinner experience.
Traditional Austrian restaurant in the old town, known for schnitzel, seasonal dishes and a cosy alpine dining room.
Casual Austrian eatery with local staples, beer and generous portions, popular for an unfussy traditional meal.
Zell am See is pricier than many Austrian towns, especially in ski season; hotels, dining and lift-linked transport raise visitor costs.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Add 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Zell am See Bahnhof -> Zell am See city centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Zell am See 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 Zell am See, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Zell am See trains use the Zürich HB to Zell am See station pair, with some services arriving at Zellermoos. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Zell am See 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 Stadelhofen 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: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Zell am See 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 Kupferkessel, Steinerwirt 1493
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zell am See. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zell am See. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zell am See: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zell am See: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zell am See: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tirolerhof, Grand Hotel Zell am See, Hotel Salzburgerhof.
Zellermoos is 3 km from Zell am See city centre. Public transport options include:
Zellermoos has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Zellermoos.
Available at Zellermoos: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Zellermoos: Bike Parking.
Bruckberg im Pinzgau Golfplatz is 3 km from Zell am See city centre. Public transport options include:
Bruckberg im Pinzgau Golfplatz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bruckberg im Pinzgau Golfplatz. ATMs are available at Bruckberg im Pinzgau Golfplatz.
Ticket office support is available at Bruckberg im Pinzgau Golfplatz.
Available at Bruckberg im Pinzgau Golfplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruckberg im Pinzgau Golfplatz: Station provides basic accessibility features.
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