The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Baden
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
62
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Baden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Baden will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 62 trains that leave Zurich for Baden on Sat, Jun 20, 49 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 13 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 36 2062 | 20628:10 AM0h18Zurich HB8:28 AMBaden station$201One-way0 transfers
S 12 19228 | 192288:20 AM0h22Zurich Altstetten8:42 AMBaden station$201One-way0 transfers
S 6 18631 | 18631 · IR 16 2164 | 21648:51 AM0h30Zürich Oerlikon9:21 AMBaden station$201One-way1 transfer
S 12 19230 | 192308:50 AM0h22Zurich Altstetten9:12 AMBaden station$201One-way0 transfers
IR 36 2062 | 20628:15 AM0h13Zurich Altstetten8:28 AMBaden station$201One-way0 transfers
IR 36 2062 | 20628:15 AM0h13Zurich Altstetten8:28 AMBaden station$201One-way0 transfers
IR 36 2064 | 20649:15 AM0h13Zurich Altstetten9:28 AMBaden station$201One-way0 transfers
IR 36 2074 | 20742:15 PM0h13Zurich Altstetten2:28 PMBaden station$201One-way0 transfers
IR 36 2072 | 20721:15 PM0h13Zurich Altstetten1:28 PMBaden station$201One-way0 transfers
IR 36 2082 | 20826:15 PM0h13Zurich Altstetten6:28 PMBaden station$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich to Baden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Baden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $22.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Baden:
A train is $0.83 (€0.68) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zurich to Baden costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Baden take longer:
Bus takes on average 29m.
The journey is about 11m faster (24m by train vs 35m by car) and roughly $77 (€63) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($22 (€18) vs $98 (€81)). 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, ÖBB | Nightjet.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Zurich to Baden train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Baden trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 6 18628 | 18628 | 8:01 AM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 8:39 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 2062 | 2062 | 8:02 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h26 | 8:28 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 16 2162 | 2162 | 8:06 AM Zurich HB | 0h15 | 8:21 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18628 | 18628 | 8:09 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 8:39 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 2062 | 2062 | 8:10 AM Zurich HB | 0h18 | 8:28 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19228 | 19228 | 8:14 AM Zurich HB | 0h28 | 8:42 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 2062 | 2062 | 8:15 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h13 | 8:28 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19228 | 19228 | 8:20 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h22 | 8:42 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18629 | 18629 · IR 36 1962 | 1962 | 8:21 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 8:51 AM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19131 | 19131 · S 6 18630 | 18630 | 8:24 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h45 | 9:09 AM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
S 6 18630 | 18630 | 8:31 AM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 9:09 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 1962 | 1962 | 8:36 AM Zurich HB | 0h15 | 8:51 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18630 | 18630 | 8:39 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 9:09 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19230 | 19230 | 8:50 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h22 | 9:12 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18631 | 18631 · IR 16 2164 | 2164 | 8:51 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 9:21 AM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
IR 36 2064 | 2064 | 9:15 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h13 | 9:28 AM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 11 19147 | 19147 · S 6 18646 | 18646 | 12:24 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h45 | 1:09 PM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
S 6 18646 | 18646 | 12:39 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 1:09 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19246 | 19246 | 12:44 PM Zurich HB | 0h28 | 1:12 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19246 | 19246 | 12:50 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h22 | 1:12 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18647 | 18647 · IR 16 2172 | 2172 | 12:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 1:21 PM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
S 6 18648 | 18648 | 1:01 PM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 1:39 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 2072 | 2072 | 1:02 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h26 | 1:28 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 16 2172 | 2172 | 1:06 PM Zurich HB | 0h15 | 1:21 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18648 | 18648 | 1:09 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 1:39 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 2072 | 2072 | 1:10 PM Zurich HB | 0h18 | 1:28 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19248 | 19248 | 1:14 PM Zurich HB | 0h28 | 1:42 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 2072 | 2072 | 1:15 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h13 | 1:28 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19248 | 19248 | 1:20 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h22 | 1:42 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18649 | 18649 · IR 36 1972 | 1972 | 1:21 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 1:51 PM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19151 | 19151 · S 6 18650 | 18650 | 1:24 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h45 | 2:09 PM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
S 6 18650 | 18650 | 1:31 PM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 2:09 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 1972 | 1972 | 1:36 PM Zurich HB | 0h15 | 1:51 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18650 | 18650 | 1:39 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 2:09 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19250 | 19250 | 1:44 PM Zurich HB | 0h28 | 2:12 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19250 | 19250 | 1:50 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h22 | 2:12 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18651 | 18651 · IR 16 2174 | 2174 | 1:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 2:21 PM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
S 6 18652 | 18652 | 2:01 PM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 2:39 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 2074 | 2074 | 2:02 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h26 | 2:28 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 16 2174 | 2174 | 2:06 PM Zurich HB | 0h15 | 2:21 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18652 | 18652 | 2:09 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 2:39 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 2074 | 2074 | 2:15 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h13 | 2:28 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19252 | 19252 | 2:20 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h22 | 2:42 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18653 | 18653 · IR 36 1974 | 1974 | 2:21 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 2:51 PM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19155 | 19155 · S 6 18654 | 18654 | 2:24 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h45 | 3:09 PM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
S 12 19254 | 19254 | 2:50 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h22 | 3:12 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18664 | 18664 | 5:01 PM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 5:39 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 2080 | 2080 | 5:02 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h26 | 5:28 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 16 2180 | 2180 | 5:06 PM Zurich HB | 0h15 | 5:21 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18664 | 18664 | 5:09 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 5:39 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 2080 | 2080 | 5:10 PM Zurich HB | 0h18 | 5:28 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19264 | 19264 | 5:14 PM Zurich HB | 0h28 | 5:42 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 2080 | 2080 | 5:15 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h13 | 5:28 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19264 | 19264 | 5:20 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h22 | 5:42 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18665 | 18665 · IR 36 1980 | 1980 | 5:21 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 5:51 PM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19167 | 19167 · S 6 18666 | 18666 | 5:24 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h45 | 6:09 PM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
S 6 18666 | 18666 | 5:31 PM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 6:09 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 36 1980 | 1980 | 5:36 PM Zurich HB | 0h15 | 5:51 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18666 | 18666 | 5:39 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 6:09 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19266 | 19266 | 5:50 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h22 | 6:12 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18667 | 18667 · IR 16 2182 | 2182 | 5:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h30 | 6:21 PM Baden station | 1 transfer | |
IR 36 2082 | 2082 | 6:15 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h13 | 6:28 PM Baden station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Baden
Trains from Zurich to Baden run on average 28 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 15m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), ÖBB | Nightjet from Zurich to Baden trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Zurich and Baden from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
ÖBB | Nightjet
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Baden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Baden 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 Baden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Baden
Most Zurich to Baden trains use the Zürich HB to Baden Bhf station pair, with some services arriving at Baden, Bahnhof West. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Baden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Zurich station do trains to Baden leave from?
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services
Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Which Baden station do trains from Zurich arrive at?
Getting to Baden Bhf from Baden city centre
Baden Bhf train station facilities and services
Baden Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lemon, Il Brunello
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Baden Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Baden Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Baden Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Baden Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden Bhf: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Blue City Hotel, Hotel Linde, Atrium Hotel Blume.
Getting to Baden, Bahnhof West from Baden city centre
Baden, Bahnhof West train station facilities and services
Baden, Bahnhof West has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Baden, Bahnhof West.
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