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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Buchs SG
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
52
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Buchs SG is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Buchs SG will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 52 trains that leave Zurich HB for Buchs SG on Sat, May 09, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 09 the direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Sat, May 09 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
IC 3 559 | 559 · IR 13 3262 | 32627:38 AM1h06Zurich HB8:44 AMBuchs SG$311One-way1 transfer- IC 3 581 | 581 · IR 13 3284 | 32846:38 PM1h06Zurich HB7:44 PMBuchs SG$321One-way1 transfer
- IC 3 583 | 583 · IR 13 3286 | 32867:38 PM1h06Zurich HB8:44 PMBuchs SG$331One-way1 transfer
- ICE 373 | 373 · IR 13 2234 | 22347:07 PM1h07Zurich HB8:14 PMBuchs SG$331One-way1 transfer
- IC 905 | 905 · IR 13 3272 | 327212:38 PM1h06Zurich HB1:44 PMBuchs SG$331One-way1 transfer
- IC 901 | 901 · IR 13 3264 | 32648:38 AM1h06Zurich HB9:44 AMBuchs SG$351One-way1 transfer
- IC 3 571 | 571 · IR 13 3274 | 32741:38 PM1h06Zurich HB2:44 PMBuchs SG$371One-way1 transfer
- IC 907 | 907 · IR 13 3276 | 32762:38 PM1h06Zurich HB3:44 PMBuchs SG$351One-way1 transfer
- IC 3 563 | 563 · IR 13 3266 | 32669:38 AM1h06Zurich HB10:44 AMBuchs SG$331One-way1 transfer
- IC 903 | 903 · IR 13 3268 | 326810:38 AM1h06Zurich HB11:44 AMBuchs SG$361One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich HB to Buchs SG
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Buchs SG among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m 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 Zurich HB to Buchs SG:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich HB to Buchs SG costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Buchs SG take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 31m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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), ÖBB | Railjet.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Zurich HB to Buchs SG train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Buchs SG trains for today, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 277 | 277 · IR 13 2222 | 2222 | 1:07 PM Zurich HB | 1h07 | 2:14 PM Buchs SG | 1 transfer | |
| IR 13 3269 | 3269 | 1:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h06 | 3:14 PM Buchs SG | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3 571 | 571 · IR 13 3274 | 3274 | 1:38 PM Zurich HB | 1h06 | 2:44 PM Buchs SG | 1 transfer | |
| IC 3 773 | 773 · IR 13 2224 | 2224 | 2:07 PM Zurich HB | 1h07 | 3:14 PM Buchs SG | 1 transfer | |
| IR 13 3271 | 3271 | 2:08 PM Zurich HB | 2h06 | 4:14 PM Buchs SG | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3 573 | 573 · IR 13 3276 | 3276 | 2:38 PM Zurich HB | 1h06 | 3:44 PM Buchs SG | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 169 | 169 | 2:40 PM Zurich HB | 1h08 | 3:48 PM Buchs SG | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 3 775 | 775 · IR 13 2226 | 2226 | 3:07 PM Zurich HB | 1h07 | 4:14 PM Buchs SG | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 9 | |||||
| RJX 167 | 167 | 12:40 PM Zurich HB | 1h08 | 1:48 PM Buchs SG | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Buchs SG
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Trains from Zurich HB to Buchs SG run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:12, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 3:12 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), ÖBB | Railjet from Zurich HB to Buchs SG trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Zurich HB and Buchs SG from $15 (€12). 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 Zurich HB to Buchs SG
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Buchs SG 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 Buchs SG, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich HB to Buchs SG
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
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Buchserhof
- Restaurant City Buchs
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Buchserhof
- Hotel City Buchs
- Hotel Restaurant Landgasthof Werdenberg
- Located in the main hall
- 320 places, covered
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Austria, Liechtenstein, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to Zurich, Chur, and beyond
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