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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sion to Riddes
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sion to Riddes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sion to Riddes will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Sion for Riddes on Fri, Jul 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 12 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.
7:48 AM0h12Sion8:00 AMRiddes$51One-way0 transfers
- 7:48 AM0h12Sion8:00 AMRiddes$51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sion to Riddes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sion to Riddes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m Average total duration 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sion to Riddes:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sion to Riddes costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Riddes take longer:
Bus takes on average 34m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (12m by train vs 15m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SBB, RegionalAlps.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Sion to Riddes train times
The table below shows live departures for Sion to Riddes trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:48 AM Sion | 0h12 | 8:00 AM Riddes | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sion to Riddes
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Trains from Sion to Riddes run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 12m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), RegionalAlps from Sion to Riddes trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), RegionalAlps trains will get you between Sion and Riddes from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
RegionalAlps
FAQs: Trains from Sion to Riddes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sion to Riddes 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 Riddes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sion to Riddes
Most Sion to Riddes trains use the Gare de Sion to Riddes station pair, with some services arriving at Riddes, gare. Use this guide to compare Sion and Riddes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sion station do trains to Riddes leave from?
Getting to Gare de Sion from Sion city centre
Gare de Sion train station facilities and services
Gare de Sion has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Inglewood Sion, Brasserie de la Gare
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Sion. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Sion. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Sion: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Sion: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Sion: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moxy Sion, Hotel Elite, Hotel Castel.
Sion, Poste / Gare train station facilities and services
Sion, Poste / Gare has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sion, Poste / Gare.
Which Riddes station do trains from Sion arrive at?
Riddes train station facilities and services
Riddes has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Riddes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Riddes.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Riddes.
Riddes, gare train station facilities and services
Riddes, gare has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Riddes, gare.
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