The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich
Cheapest price
$129
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
6 h 41 m
Average duration
6 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
341 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Zurich on Tue, Mar 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 10 the direct trains cover the 341 km distance in an average of 6 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 41 m .
On Tue, Mar 10 the slowest trains will take 6 h 41 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 bus for Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a train costs an average of $94.
Distance: 211 miles (341 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$122 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest |
6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 50m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:46 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 6h41 | 6:27 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 (€76) but you can travel from only $62 (€50) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:25, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (341 km) distance in 6h 32m.
Distance 211 miles (341 km) |
Average train duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€76) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 32m |
First train 03:25 |
Last train 19:46 |
Cheapest month Nov |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Tue |
Least busy day Tue |
Best day to book ahead 5 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Intercity from Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich trainsTrenitalia, Intercity trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Zurich from $62 (€50). 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 Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure 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 Santa Margherita Ligure to Zurich
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Ristorante Da Michele
- Trattoria Baicin
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Laurin
- Hotel Metropole
- Hotel Jolanda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Genoa and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Line 1 to Portofino
- 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
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