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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Biel/Bienne
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Biel/Bienne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Biel/Bienne will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 15 trains that leave Zurich for Biel/Bienne on Fri, Jun 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 12 the direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jun 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 5169:59 AM1h15Zurich Altstetten11:14 AMBiel/Bienne$381One-way1 transfer- IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 5148:59 AM1h15Zurich Altstetten10:14 AMBiel/Bienne$381One-way1 transfer
- IR 55 1764 | 17649:29 AM1h16Zurich HB10:45 AMBiel/Bienne$411One-way0 transfers
- IC 5 514 | 5149:04 AM1h10Zurich HB10:14 AMBiel/Bienne$411One-way0 transfers
- IR 55 1762 | 17628:29 AM1h16Zurich HB9:45 AMBiel/Bienne$421One-way0 transfers
- IC 5 514 | 5149:04 AM1h10Zurich HB10:14 AMBiel/Bienne$411One-way0 transfers
- IC 5 512 | 5128:04 AM1h10Zurich HB9:14 AMBiel/Bienne$431One-way0 transfers
- IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 5148:59 AM1h15Zurich Altstetten10:14 AMBiel/Bienne$381One-way1 transfer
- IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 5169:59 AM1h15Zurich Altstetten11:14 AMBiel/Bienne$381One-way1 transfer
- IR 55 1764 | 17649:29 AM1h16Zurich HB10:45 AMBiel/Bienne$411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich to Biel/Bienne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Biel/Bienne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $76.
Distance: 63 miles (102 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Biel/Bienne:
A train is $31 (€25) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zurich to Biel/Bienne costing on average $76 (€62).
Other travel options to Biel/Bienne take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 34m.
The journey is about 15m faster (1h 13m by train vs 1h 28m by car) and roughly $35 (€29) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($45 (€36) vs $80 (€65)). 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 to Biel/Bienne train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Biel/Bienne trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 5 512 | 512 | 8:04 AM Zurich HB | 1h10 | 9:14 AM Biel/Bienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 9 18929 | 18929 · IR 55 1762 | 1762 | 8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h29 | 9:45 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18529 | 18529 · IR 55 1762 | 1762 | 8:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h29 | 9:45 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| IR 55 1762 | 1762 | 8:29 AM Zurich HB | 1h16 | 9:45 AM Biel/Bienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 · IR 65 3335 | 3335 | 8:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h37 | 10:09 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h26 | 10:14 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2360 | 2360 · IC 5 514 | 514 | 8:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h15 | 10:14 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| IC 5 514 | 514 | 9:04 AM Zurich HB | 1h10 | 10:14 AM Biel/Bienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18533 | 18533 · IR 55 1764 | 1764 | 9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h29 | 10:45 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18933 | 18933 · IR 55 1764 | 1764 | 9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h29 | 10:45 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| IR 55 1764 | 1764 | 9:29 AM Zurich HB | 1h16 | 10:45 AM Biel/Bienne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 5 516 | 516 | 9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h26 | 11:14 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 5 516 | 516 | 9:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h15 | 11:14 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18537 | 18537 · IR 55 1766 | 1766 | 10:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h29 | 11:45 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18937 | 18937 · IR 55 1766 | 1766 | 10:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h29 | 11:45 AM Biel/Bienne | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Biel/Bienne
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Trains from Zurich to Biel/Bienne run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Biel/Bienne trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Biel/Bienne from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Biel/Bienne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Biel/Bienne 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 Biel/Bienne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Biel/Bienne
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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Seeland
- Restaurant St. Gervais
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Elite
- Art Déco Hotel Elite
- Mercure Plaza Biel
- Located in the main hall
- 580 places, some covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 4
- Regional train connections
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