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Nationalparkzentrum Zernez
Interactive national park centre with exhibitions on wildlife, geology and hiking routes; the essential indoor stop for understanding the region.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Zernez is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Zernez will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 4 trains from Zurich to Zernez, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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 Zernez run on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 34 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 0:23 |
Last train 23:31 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zurich to Zernez.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Zernez trains for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 3 761 | 761 · RE 13 1027 | 1027 | 8:07 Zurich HB | 2h21 | 10:28 Zernez station | 1 change | |
S 6 18629 | 18629 · IC 3 561 | 561 · RE 24 1029 | 1029 · R 15 1929 | 1929 | 8:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 11:06 Zernez station | 3 changes | |
IC 3 561 | 561 · RE 24 1029 | 1029 · R 15 1929 | 1929 | 8:38 Zurich HB | 2h28 | 11:06 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18631 | 18631 · IC 3 763 | 763 · RE 13 1031 | 1031 | 8:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h37 | 11:28 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
IC 3 763 | 763 · RE 13 1031 | 1031 | 9:07 Zurich HB | 2h21 | 11:28 Zernez station | 1 change | |
S 6 18633 | 18633 · IC 3 563 | 563 · RE 24 1033 | 1033 · R 15 1933 | 1933 | 9:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 12:06 Zernez station | 3 changes | |
IC 3 563 | 563 · RE 24 1033 | 1033 · R 15 1933 | 1933 | 9:38 Zurich HB | 2h28 | 12:06 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18635 | 18635 · IC 3 765 | 765 · RE 13 1035 | 1035 | 9:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h37 | 12:28 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
IC 3 765 | 765 · RE 13 1035 | 1035 | 10:07 Zurich HB | 2h21 | 12:28 Zernez station | 1 change | |
S 6 18637 | 18637 · IC 3 565 | 565 · RE 24 1037 | 1037 · R 15 1937 | 1937 | 10:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 13:06 Zernez station | 3 changes | |
IC 3 565 | 565 · RE 24 1037 | 1037 · R 15 1937 | 1937 | 10:38 Zurich HB | 2h28 | 13:06 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18639 | 18639 · ICE 275 | 275 · RE 13 1039 | 1039 | 10:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h37 | 13:28 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
ICE 275 | 275 · RE 13 1039 | 1039 | 11:07 Zurich HB | 2h21 | 13:28 Zernez station | 1 change | |
S 6 18641 | 18641 · IC 3 567 | 567 · RE 24 1041 | 1041 · R 15 1941 | 1941 | 11:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 14:06 Zernez station | 3 changes | |
IC 3 567 | 567 · RE 24 1041 | 1041 · R 15 1941 | 1941 | 11:38 Zurich HB | 2h28 | 14:06 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18643 | 18643 · IC 3 769 | 769 · RE 13 1043 | 1043 | 11:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h37 | 14:28 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
IC 3 769 | 769 · RE 13 1043 | 1043 | 12:07 Zurich HB | 2h21 | 14:28 Zernez station | 1 change | |
S 6 18645 | 18645 · IC 3 569 | 569 · RE 24 1045 | 1045 · R 15 1945 | 1945 | 12:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 15:06 Zernez station | 3 changes | |
IC 3 569 | 569 · RE 24 1045 | 1045 · R 15 1945 | 1945 | 12:38 Zurich HB | 2h28 | 15:06 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18647 | 18647 · ICE 277 | 277 · RE 13 1047 | 1047 | 12:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h37 | 15:28 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
ICE 277 | 277 · RE 13 1047 | 1047 | 13:07 Zurich HB | 2h21 | 15:28 Zernez station | 1 change | |
S 6 18649 | 18649 · IC 3 571 | 571 · RE 24 1049 | 1049 · R 15 1949 | 1949 | 13:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 16:06 Zernez station | 3 changes | |
IC 3 571 | 571 · RE 24 1049 | 1049 · R 15 1949 | 1949 | 13:38 Zurich HB | 2h28 | 16:06 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18651 | 18651 · IC 3 773 | 773 · RE 13 1051 | 1051 | 13:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h37 | 16:28 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
IC 3 773 | 773 · RE 13 1051 | 1051 | 14:07 Zurich HB | 2h21 | 16:28 Zernez station | 1 change | |
S 6 18653 | 18653 · IC 3 573 | 573 · RE 24 1053 | 1053 · R 15 1953 | 1953 | 14:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 17:06 Zernez station | 3 changes | |
IC 3 573 | 573 · RE 24 1053 | 1053 · R 15 1953 | 1953 | 14:38 Zurich HB | 2h28 | 17:06 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18655 | 18655 · ICE 279 | 279 · RE 13 1055 | 1055 | 14:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h37 | 17:28 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
ICE 279 | 279 · RE 13 1055 | 1055 | 15:07 Zurich HB | 2h21 | 17:28 Zernez station | 1 change | |
S 6 18657 | 18657 · IC 3 575 | 575 · RE 24 1057 | 1057 · R 15 1957 | 1957 | 15:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 18:06 Zernez station | 3 changes | |
IC 3 575 | 575 · RE 24 1057 | 1057 · R 15 1957 | 1957 | 15:38 Zurich HB | 2h28 | 18:06 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18659 | 18659 · ICE 105 | 105 · RE 13 1059 | 1059 | 15:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h37 | 18:28 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
ICE 105 | 105 · RE 13 1059 | 1059 | 16:07 Zurich HB | 2h21 | 18:28 Zernez station | 1 change | |
S 6 18661 | 18661 · IC 3 577 | 577 · RE 24 1061 | 1061 · R 15 1961 | 1961 | 16:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 19:06 Zernez station | 3 changes | |
IC 3 577 | 577 · RE 24 1061 | 1061 · R 15 1961 | 1961 | 16:38 Zurich HB | 2h28 | 19:06 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18663 | 18663 · IC 3 779 | 779 · RE 13 1063 | 1063 | 16:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h37 | 19:28 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
IC 3 779 | 779 · RE 13 1063 | 1063 | 17:07 Zurich HB | 2h21 | 19:28 Zernez station | 1 change | |
S 6 18665 | 18665 · IC 3 579 | 579 · RE 24 1065 | 1065 · R 15 2965 | 2965 | 17:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h45 | 20:06 Zernez station | 3 changes | |
IC 3 579 | 579 · RE 24 1065 | 1065 · R 15 2965 | 2965 | 17:38 Zurich HB | 2h28 | 20:06 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
S 6 18667 | 18667 · IC 3 781 | 781 · RE 13 1067 | 1067 | 17:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h37 | 20:28 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
IC 3 781 | 781 · RE 13 1067 | 1067 | 18:07 Zurich HB | 2h21 | 20:28 Zernez station | 1 change | |
S 6 18669 | 18669 · IC 3 581 | 581 · RE 24 1069 | 1069 · B 613 3969 | 3969 | 18:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h47 | 21:08 Zernez | 3 changes | |
IC 3 581 | 581 · RE 24 1069 | 1069 · B 613 3969 | 3969 | 18:38 Zurich HB | 2h30 | 21:08 Zernez | 2 changes | |
S 6 18673 | 18673 · IC 3 583 | 583 · R 2 1073 | 1073 · R 4 1275 | 1275 | 19:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h47 | 22:08 Zernez | 4 changes | |
IC 3 583 | 583 · R 2 1073 | 1073 · R 4 1275 | 1275 · B 613 3973 | 3973 | 19:38 Zurich HB | 2h30 | 22:08 Zernez | 3 changes | |
S 6 18677 | 18677 · IC 3 585 | 585 · R 2 1077 | 1077 · R 4 1279 | 1279 | 20:21 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h47 | 23:08 Zernez | 4 changes | |
IC 3 585 | 585 · R 2 1077 | 1077 · R 4 1279 | 1279 · B 613 3977 | 3977 | 20:38 Zurich HB | 2h30 | 23:08 Zernez | 3 changes | |
S 2 18291 | 18291 · EV EV2 11019 | 11019 · RE 3 1307 | 1307 | 23:41 Zürich Oerlikon | 6h19 | 6:00 Zernez station | 2 changes | |
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Interactive national park centre with exhibitions on wildlife, geology and hiking routes; the essential indoor stop for understanding the region.
Local history museum in a traditional Engadine house, presenting village life, interiors and cultural heritage in an intimate setting.
Visitor exhibition inside the castle about the national park and regional nature, useful if you want a smaller heritage-focused display.
Popular park entry area at the valley roadhead, known for dramatic scenery and access to one of the region’s classic day walks.
Key gateway village area for the Swiss National Park, with services, heritage streets and easy access to scenic mountain walks.
Family-friendly nature path near the visitor centre with animal-themed stops, making an easy walk for learning about Alpine wildlife.
Air-dried beef from Graubünden, cured in mountain air. A regional classic prized for its concentrated flavour and thinly sliced texture.
A rich barley soup with vegetables and usually bacon or beef. It is a staple across Graubünden and ideal for alpine winters.
Small potato dumplings often mixed with flour and eggs, then fried with cheese or onions. A hearty Engadine and Graubünden comfort dish.
Historic hotel restaurant known for regional cuisine, game in season and a classic Engadine atmosphere.
Traditional inn in central Zernez serving Graubünden specialities and Swiss dishes in a relaxed alpine setting.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant offering pizzas, pasta and Swiss favourites, suitable for an easy family meal.
Swiss National Park area prices are high. Rooms, restaurant meals and rail travel usually cost more than in nearby Italy or Austria.
Service is usually included. Round up bills in restaurants and cafés or leave 5-10% for great service; round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Zernez 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 Zernez, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Zernez trains use the Zürich HB to Zernez station pair, with some services arriving at Zernez, Susch staziun. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Zernez 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.
Zernez has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Zernez.
Ticket office support is available at Zernez.
Available at Zernez: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zernez: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zernez.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Baer & Post Zernez, Hotel Il Fuorn.
Zernez, Susch staziun is 5 km from Zernez city centre. Public transport options include:
Zernez, Susch staziun has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zernez, Susch staziun.
Lavin is 7 km from Zernez city centre. Public transport options include:
Lavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Lavin.
Available at Lavin: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lavin.
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