The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Cham
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Cham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Cham will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich for Cham on Sat, Jan 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 10 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Sat, Jan 10 the slowest trains will take 52 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich to Cham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Cham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 23m. 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 bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 13 miles (22 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€21 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Cham train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Cham trains for tomorrow, Saturday, January 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:39 AM Zurich | 0h52 | 7:31 AM Cham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Zurich to Cham by train or bus
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Why should you book Zurich to Cham trains with Omio?
SBB as well as Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Zurich to Cham. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Zurich to Cham.
Why book with Omio vs SBB?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Cham.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SBB with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Zurich to Cham.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While SBB tickets can be bought on SBB's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Zurich to Cham.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Zurich to Cham.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Cham
Trains from Zurich to Cham run on average 13 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (22 km) distance in 38m.
Distance 13 miles (22 km) |
Average train duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 00:24 |
Last train 23:14 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Cham trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Cham from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Cham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Cham 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 Cham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Cham
- 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
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
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