The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Buchs
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
76 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Buchs is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Buchs will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Buchs on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.
7:43 AM1h57Zurich Airport9:40 AMBuchs$351One-way0 transfers
7:43 AM1h57Zurich Airport9:40 AMBuchs$351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Zurich Airport to Buchs
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Buchs among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 47 miles (76 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Buchs take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 37m.
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 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
Zurich Airport to Buchs train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Buchs trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:43 AM Zurich Airport | 1h57 | 9:40 AM Buchs | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:49 AM Zurich Airport | 1h25 | 9:14 AM Buchs | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Buchs
Trains from Zurich Airport to Buchs run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 14:09. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 47 miles (76 km) |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 7:09 AM |
Last train 2:09 PM |
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Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Buchs trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Buchs from $35 (€28). 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)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich Airport to Buchs
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Buchs 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich Airport to Buchs
- 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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