The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Rigi Kulm Railway
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Rigi Kulm Railway 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 Rigi Kulm Railway will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 3 trains that leave Zurich HB for Rigi Kulm Railway on Sun, Dec 21, 3 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 36 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 59 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.






Live departures
Zurich HB to Rigi Kulm Railway train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Rigi Kulm Railway 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:35 PM Zurich HB | 2h02 | 8:37 PM Rigi Kulm Railway | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 5:35 AM Zurich HB | 1h59 | 7:34 AM Rigi Kulm Railway | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 AM Zurich HB | 1h29 | 8:34 AM Rigi Kulm Railway | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Zurich HB | 1h59 | 9:34 AM Rigi Kulm Railway | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Zurich HB to Rigi Kulm Railway by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Rigi Kulm Railway
Trains from Zurich HB to Rigi Kulm Railway run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€59) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€59) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 18:35 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Zurich HB to Rigi Kulm Railway trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Zurich HB and Rigi Kulm Railway from $74 (€59). 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 Rigi Kulm Railway
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Rigi Kulm Railway 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 Rigi Kulm Railway, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich HB to Rigi Kulm Railway
- 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
- Rigi Kulm Hotel Restaurant
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Rigi Kulm Hotel
- The station is a small mountain station with basic facilities, primarily serving tourists visiting Mount Rigi.
- Cogwheel train: Arth-Goldau to Rigi Kulm
- Vitznau to Rigi Kulm
