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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
10 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport 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 Zurich Airport to Zurich HB will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 26 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Zurich HB on Thu, Jul 16, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 10 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.
S 16 19629 | 196298:01 AM0h12Zurich Airport8:13 AMZurich HB$101One-way0 transfers- S 24 20429 | 204298:04 AM0h12Zurich Airport8:16 AMZurich HB$101One-way0 transfers
- IC 1 710 | 7108:09 AM0h13Zurich Airport8:22 AMZurich HB$101One-way0 transfers
- S 2 18229 | 182298:06 AM0h10Zurich Airport8:16 AMZurich HB$101One-way0 transfers
- S 16 19631 | 196318:31 AM0h12Zurich Airport8:43 AMZurich HB$101One-way0 transfers
- IC 5 514 | 5148:49 AM0h09Zurich Airport8:58 AMZurich HB$101One-way0 transfers
- S 2 18229 | 182298:06 AM0h10Zurich Airport8:16 AMZurich HB$101One-way0 transfers
- S 2 18231 | 182318:36 AM0h10Zurich Airport8:46 AMZurich HB$101One-way0 transfers
- IC 81 810 | 8108:46 AM0h10Zurich Airport8:56 AMZurich HB$101One-way0 transfers
- S 2 18281 | 182819:06 PM0h10Zurich Airport9:16 PMZurich HB$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich Airport to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus 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 bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 4 miles (8 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17m 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 Airport to Zurich HB:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Zurich HB take longer:
Bus takes on average 29m.
The journey is about 5m faster (12m by train vs 17m by car) and roughly $45 (€37) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($11 (€9) vs $56 (€46)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Zurich Airport to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Zurich HB trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 16 19659 | 19659 | 3:31 PM Zurich Airport | 0h12 | 3:43 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 24 20459 | 20459 | 3:34 PM Zurich Airport | 0h12 | 3:46 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 2 18259 | 18259 | 3:36 PM Zurich Airport | 0h10 | 3:46 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| T 10 | 26514 | 3:38 PM Zurich Airport | 0h35 | 4:13 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 13 3272 | 3272 | 3:39 PM Zurich Airport | 0h13 | 3:52 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 16 19629 | 19629 | 8:01 AM Zurich Airport | 0h12 | 8:13 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 24 20429 | 20429 | 8:04 AM Zurich Airport | 0h12 | 8:16 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 2 18229 | 18229 | 8:06 AM Zurich Airport | 0h10 | 8:16 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:09 AM Zurich Airport | 0h13 | 8:22 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| T 10 | 6868 | 8:09 AM Zurich Airport | 0h35 | 8:44 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 75 2110 | 2110 | 8:15 AM Zurich Airport | 0h11 | 8:26 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| T 10 | 7039 | 8:16 AM Zurich Airport | 0h35 | 8:51 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| T 10 | 7331 | 8:24 AM Zurich Airport | 0h35 | 8:59 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 16 19631 | 19631 | 8:31 AM Zurich Airport | 0h12 | 8:43 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| T 10 | 7604 | 8:31 AM Zurich Airport | 0h35 | 9:06 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 24 20431 | 20431 | 8:34 AM Zurich Airport | 0h12 | 8:46 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 2 18231 | 18231 | 8:36 AM Zurich Airport | 0h10 | 8:46 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| T 10 | 7860 | 8:38 AM Zurich Airport | 0h35 | 9:13 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 13 3258 | 3258 | 8:39 AM Zurich Airport | 0h13 | 8:52 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| T 10 | 8121 | 8:45 AM Zurich Airport | 0h35 | 9:20 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 81 810 | 810 | 8:46 AM Zurich Airport | 0h10 | 8:56 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 5 514 | 514 | 8:49 AM Zurich Airport | 0h09 | 8:58 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| T 10 | 8404 | 8:53 AM Zurich Airport | 0h35 | 9:28 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 36 2064 | 2064 | 8:56 AM Zurich Airport | 0h11 | 9:07 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| T 10 | 8689 | 9:00 AM Zurich Airport | 0h35 | 9:35 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 16 19633 | 19633 | 9:01 AM Zurich Airport | 0h12 | 9:13 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB
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Trains from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB run on average 10 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 4 miles (8 km) distance in 10m.
Distance 4 miles (8 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 5:46 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
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Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Zurich HB 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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FAQs: Trains from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport 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.
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