The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Zug
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
42 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Zug 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 Zug will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 22 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Zug on Sun, Jun 21, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 44 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 75 2110 | 2110 · EC 301 | 3018:15 AM0h44Zurich Airport8:59 AMZug station$291One-way1 transfer
S 24 20429 | 204298:04 AM0h52Zurich Airport8:56 AMZug station$291One-way0 transfers
IR 75 2110 | 21108:15 AM0h47Zurich Airport9:02 AMZug station$291One-way0 transfers
S 2 18229 | 18229 · S 24 20429 | 204298:06 AM0h50Zurich Airport8:56 AMZug station$291One-way1 transfer
S 2 18227 | 18227 · S 24 20427 | 204277:36 AM0h50Zurich Airport8:26 AMZug station$291One-way1 transfer
IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 46 2413 | 24137:49 AM0h40Zurich Airport8:29 AMZug station$291One-way1 transfer
IC 5 530 | 530 · IC 2 881 | 8814:49 PM0h40Zurich Airport5:29 PMZug station$291One-way1 transfer
IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 70 2615 | 26157:49 AM0h42Zurich Airport8:31 AMZug station$291One-way1 transfer
IR 75 2110 | 2110 · EC 301 | 3018:15 AM0h44Zurich Airport8:59 AMZug station$291One-way1 transfer
IR 75 2122 | 2122 · EC 37 | 372:15 PM0h44Zurich Airport2:59 PMZug station$291One-way1 transfer
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Compare train for Zurich Airport to Zug
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Zug among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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).
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 Zug train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Zug trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 24 20429 | 20429 | 8:04 AM Zurich Airport | 0h52 | 8:56 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 2 18229 | 18229 · S 24 20429 | 20429 | 8:06 AM Zurich Airport | 0h50 | 8:56 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
IR 75 2110 | 2110 | 8:15 AM Zurich Airport | 0h47 | 9:02 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 75 2110 | 2110 · EC 301 | 301 | 8:15 AM Zurich Airport | 0h44 | 8:59 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
S 24 20431 | 20431 | 8:34 AM Zurich Airport | 0h52 | 9:26 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 2 18231 | 18231 · S 24 20431 | 20431 | 8:36 AM Zurich Airport | 0h50 | 9:26 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
IR 13 3258 | 3258 | 8:39 AM Zurich Airport | 0h52 | 9:31 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 514 | 514 · IC 2 865 | 865 | 8:49 AM Zurich Airport | 0h40 | 9:29 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
IR 36 2064 | 2064 · S 7 18733 | 18733 · S 5 18532 | 18532 | 8:56 AM Zurich Airport | 0h58 | 9:54 AM Zug station | 2 transfers | |
S 24 20433 | 20433 | 9:04 AM Zurich Airport | 0h52 | 9:56 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 2 18233 | 18233 · S 24 20433 | 20433 | 9:06 AM Zurich Airport | 0h50 | 9:56 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
IR 75 2112 | 2112 | 9:15 AM Zurich Airport | 0h47 | 10:02 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 75 2112 | 2112 · EC 15 | 15 | 9:15 AM Zurich Airport | 0h44 | 9:59 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
S 24 20435 | 20435 | 9:34 AM Zurich Airport | 0h52 | 10:26 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 2 18235 | 18235 · S 24 20435 | 20435 | 9:36 AM Zurich Airport | 0h50 | 10:26 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
IR 13 3260 | 3260 | 9:39 AM Zurich Airport | 0h52 | 10:31 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 70 2619 | 2619 | 9:49 AM Zurich Airport | 0h42 | 10:31 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 | 9:49 AM Zurich Airport | 0h40 | 10:29 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
IR 36 2066 | 2066 · S 7 18737 | 18737 · S 5 18536 | 18536 | 9:56 AM Zurich Airport | 0h58 | 10:54 AM Zug station | 2 transfers | |
S 24 20437 | 20437 | 10:04 AM Zurich Airport | 0h52 | 10:56 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 2 18237 | 18237 · S 24 20437 | 20437 | 10:06 AM Zurich Airport | 0h50 | 10:56 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
IR 75 2114 | 2114 | 10:15 AM Zurich Airport | 0h47 | 11:02 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 75 2114 | 2114 · EC 153 | 153 | 10:15 AM Zurich Airport | 0h44 | 10:59 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
S 24 20439 | 20439 | 10:34 AM Zurich Airport | 0h52 | 11:26 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 2 18239 | 18239 · S 24 20439 | 20439 | 10:36 AM Zurich Airport | 0h50 | 11:26 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
IR 13 3262 | 3262 | 10:39 AM Zurich Airport | 0h52 | 11:31 AM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 5 518 | 518 · IC 2 869 | 869 | 10:49 AM Zurich Airport | 0h40 | 11:29 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
IR 36 2068 | 2068 · S 7 18741 | 18741 · S 5 18540 | 18540 | 10:56 AM Zurich Airport | 0h58 | 11:54 AM Zug station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Zug
Trains from Zurich Airport to Zug run on average 14 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 42m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 6:06 AM |
Last train 7:56 PM |
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Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Zug trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Zug from $29 (€24). 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 Zug
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Zug 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 Zug, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich Airport to Zug
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Bahnhofplatz
- Restaurant Schiff
- Restaurant Theater Casino Zug
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- CHF 1
- Parkhotel Zug
- City-Hotel Ochsen
- Hotel Löwen am See
- Located in the main hall
- 1,366 places
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Zurich, Lucerne, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S5
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