The cheapest and fastest trains from Renens to Zurich
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Renens to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Renens to Zurich will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 4 trains that leave Renens for Zurich on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 45 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Renens to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Renens to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €113.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€60 Average price Cheapest | €399 Average price |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Renens to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Renens to Zurich trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:41 PM Renens | 2h19 | 4:00 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 PM Renens | 2h44 | 10:55 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 12:30 AM Renens | 4h45 | 5:15 AM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:41 AM Renens | 2h19 | 9:00 AM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:41 AM Renens | 2h32 | 2:13 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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SBB as well as Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Renens to Zurich. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Renens to Zurich.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Renens to Zurich.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Renens to Zurich.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Renens to Zurich
Trains from Renens to Zurich run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€43) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Renens to Zurich trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Renens and Zurich from $54 (€43). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Renens to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Renens to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Renens to Zurich
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue du 14 Avril.
- Restaurant de la Gare
- Le Milan
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel des Inventions
- Discovery Hotel
- Hotel Union
- Located in the main hall
- 124 places, partially covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Lausanne, Geneva, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M1
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
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