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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 20 trains that leave St. Margrethen for Zurich HB on Thu, Aug 06, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
IR 13 3264 | 326410:13 AM1h39St. Margrethen11:52 AMZurich HB€261One-way0 transfers- S 2 11230 | 11230 · IC 5 516 | 5168:22 AM1h36St. Margrethen9:58 AMZurich HB€261One-way1 transfer
- IR 13 3266 | 326611:13 AM1h39St. Margrethen12:52 PMZurich HB€261One-way0 transfers
- IR 13 3262 | 32629:13 AM1h39St. Margrethen10:52 AMZurich HB€271One-way0 transfers
- IR 13 3260 | 32608:13 AM1h39St. Margrethen9:52 AMZurich HB€271One-way0 transfers
- EC 198 | 1989:10 AM1h18St. Margrethen10:28 AMZurich HB€461One-way0 transfers
- EC 196 | 19611:10 AM1h18St. Margrethen12:28 PMZurich HB€461One-way0 transfers
- S 4 11436 | 11436 · IC 5 1518 | 15189:53 AM1h35St. Margrethen11:28 AMZurich HB€291One-way1 transfer
- S 4 11444 | 11444 · RJX 13478 | 1347811:53 AM1h35St. Margrethen1:28 PMZurich HB€321One-way1 transfer
- S 2 11230 | 11230 · IC 5 516 | 5168:22 AM1h36St. Margrethen9:58 AMZurich HB€261One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for St. Margrethen to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€32 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB:
A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB costing on average €32.
Other travel options to Zurich HB take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 35m.
Tickets start at around €32 compared to roughly €63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €31. The journey takes 1h 35m versus 1h 10m 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 SBB, 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.
Live departures
St. Margrethen to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Margrethen to Zurich HB trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 190 | 190 | 5:10 PM St. Margrethen | 1h18 | 6:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| IR 13 3260 | 3260 | 8:13 AM St. Margrethen | 1h39 | 9:52 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 13 2205 | 2205 · ICE 108 | 108 | 8:16 AM St. Margrethen | 1h37 | 9:53 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S 2 11230 | 11230 · IC 5 516 | 516 | 8:22 AM St. Margrethen | 1h36 | 9:58 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 13 3257 | 3257 · IC 3 564 | 564 | 8:46 AM St. Margrethen | 1h36 | 10:22 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| EC 198 | 198 | 9:10 AM St. Margrethen | 1h18 | 10:28 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 13 3262 | 3262 | 9:13 AM St. Margrethen | 1h39 | 10:52 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 13 2207 | 2207 · IC 3 768 | 768 | 9:16 AM St. Margrethen | 1h37 | 10:53 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S 2 11234 | 11234 · IC 5 518 | 518 | 9:22 AM St. Margrethen | 1h36 | 10:58 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 13 3259 | 3259 · IC 3 566 | 566 | 9:46 AM St. Margrethen | 1h36 | 11:22 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S 4 11436 | 11436 · IC 5 1518 | 1518 | 9:53 AM St. Margrethen | 1h35 | 11:28 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 13 3264 | 3264 | 10:13 AM St. Margrethen | 1h39 | 11:52 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 13 2209 | 2209 · IC 3 770 | 770 | 10:16 AM St. Margrethen | 1h37 | 11:53 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S 2 11238 | 11238 · IC 5 520 | 520 | 10:22 AM St. Margrethen | 1h36 | 11:58 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 13 3261 | 3261 · IC 3 568 | 568 | 10:46 AM St. Margrethen | 1h36 | 12:22 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| EC 196 | 196 | 11:10 AM St. Margrethen | 1h18 | 12:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 13 3266 | 3266 | 11:13 AM St. Margrethen | 1h39 | 12:52 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 13 2211 | 2211 · IC 3 772 | 772 | 11:16 AM St. Margrethen | 1h37 | 12:53 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S 2 11242 | 11242 · IC 5 522 | 522 | 11:22 AM St. Margrethen | 1h36 | 12:58 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| IR 13 3263 | 3263 · IC 3 570 | 570 | 11:46 AM St. Margrethen | 1h36 | 1:22 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| S 4 11444 | 11444 · RJX 13478 | 13478 | 11:53 AM St. Margrethen | 1h35 | 1:28 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB
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Trains from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 10:53 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo trains will get you between St. Margrethen and Zurich HB from €8. 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 St. Margrethen to Zurich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB 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 HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Margrethen to Zurich HB
Most St. Margrethen to Zurich HB trains use the St. Margrethen to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare St. Margrethen and Zurich HB train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to St. Margrethen from Sankt Margrethen city centre
St. Margrethen train station facilities and services
St. Margrethen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Bahnhof, Gasthaus zur Alten Post
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St. Margrethen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St. Margrethen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St. Margrethen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St. Margrethen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Margrethen: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Styles St. Margrethen, Best Western Hotel Rebstock, Bodenseehotel.
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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