The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Airolo
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Airolo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Airolo will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich for Airolo on Wed, Dec 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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 to Airolo train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Airolo trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:05 AM Zurich | 1h56 | 12:01 PM Airolo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:46 AM Zurich | 2h15 | 1:01 PM Airolo | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Airolo
Trains from Zurich to Airolo run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 23:39 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn from Zurich to Airolo trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Zurich and Airolo from $21 (€17). 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 to Airolo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Airolo 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 Airolo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Airolo
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- Caseificio del Gottardo
- Ristorante San Gottardo
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Forni
- Chalet Stella Alpina
- 70 places, covered
- Free
- Bus: Local bus services available
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