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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Baden
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
5 h 36 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
861 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 $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Baden without transferring at least once.
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1:59 AM5h36Zurich7:35 AMBaden-baden$1161One-way1 transfer
- 1:59 AM5h36Zurich7:35 AMBaden-baden$1161One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Baden
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Baden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $120. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $120, and a train costs an average of $277.
Distance: 535 miles (861 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$311 Average price | $300 Average price | $131 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 25m Average total duration Fastest 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 23m Average total duration 13h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 35m Average total duration 22h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Baden:
A bus is $169 (€136) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Baden costing on average $300 (€243).
A bus is $180 (€145) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Baden costing on average $311 (€252).
Other travel options to Baden take longer:
Flight takes on average 13h 23m.
Bus takes on average 22h 5m.
You'll arrive about 2h 5m sooner (7h 55m by train vs 10h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $311 (€252) compared to roughly $46 (€37) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with ÖBB | Nightjet.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), 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 today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:37 PM Zurich | 3h50 | 7:27 PM Baden-baden | 1 transfer | |
 | 3:59 PM Zurich | 2h39 | 6:38 PM Baden-baden | 1 transfer | |
| 4:37 PM Zurich | 3h50 | 8:27 PM Baden-baden | 1 transfer | |
| 5:37 PM Zurich | 3h50 | 9:27 PM Baden-baden | 1 transfer | |
| 5:59 PM Zurich | 2h39 | 8:38 PM Baden-baden | 1 transfer | |
| 6:37 PM Zurich | 3h50 | 10:27 PM Baden-baden | 1 transfer | |
 | 7:34 PM Zurich | 3h25 | 10:59 PM Baden-baden | 0 transfersDirect | |
.png) | 7:59 PM Zurich | 3h00 | 10:59 PM Baden-baden | 1 transfer | |
| 8:37 PM Zurich | 11h41 | 8:18 AM Baden-baden | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
| 1:59 AM Zurich | 5h36 | 7:35 AM Baden-baden | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Baden
Switzerland
France
Trains from Zurich to Baden run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $277 (€224) but you can travel from only $120 (€97) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:34, the last at 11:34. The fastest train covers the 535 miles (861 km) distance in 7h 52m.
Distance 535 miles (861 km) |
Average train duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $277 (€224) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 52m |
First train 10:34 AM |
Last train 11:34 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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 $120 (€97). 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
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
Luggage Carts
- 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
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