The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Burgdorf
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Burgdorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Burgdorf will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich for Burgdorf on Wed, May 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
7:59 AM1h06Zurich9:05 AMBurgdorf$371One-way0 transfers
7:59 AM1h06Zurich9:05 AMBurgdorf$371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Zurich to Burgdorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Burgdorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Burgdorf take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 23m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (1h 8m by train vs 1h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $24 (€19) 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 SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn.
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 Burgdorf train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Burgdorf trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:59 AM Zurich | 1h06 | 9:05 AM Burgdorf | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Zurich to Burgdorf by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Burgdorf
Trains from Zurich to Burgdorf run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Zurich to Burgdorf trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Zurich and Burgdorf from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Südostbahn
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Burgdorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Burgdorf 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 Burgdorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Burgdorf
- 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
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