The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Frick
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Frick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Frick will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich for Frick on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
5:36 AM0h41Zurich6:17 AMFrick$491One-way0 transfers
12:06 AM1h51Zurich1:57 AMFrick$651One-way1 transfer
5:36 AM0h41Zurich6:17 AMFrick$491One-way0 transfers
12:06 AM1h51Zurich1:57 AMFrick$651One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich to Frick
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Frick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Frick:
A train is $20 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zurich to Frick costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Frick take longer:
Bus takes on average 50m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (42m by train vs 48m by car). Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $11 (€9) 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).
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 Frick train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Frick trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:06 AM Zurich | 1h51 | 1:57 AM Frick | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:36 AM Zurich | 0h41 | 6:17 AM Frick | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Frick
Trains from Zurich to Frick run on average 26 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 38m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Frick trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Frick from $17 (€14). 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 Frick
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Frick 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 Frick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Frick
- 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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