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Tropenhaus Frutigen
Interactive trout farm and alpine house exhibition explaining warm-water fish farming in the Lötschberg tunnel. Frutigen’s signature visitor attraction.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$65
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$85
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 52 m
Trains on Sep 20
63
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Frutigen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Frutigen will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Frutigen without transferring at least once.
IC 8 804 | 804 · R 12 6761 | 6761
IR 35 2354 | 2354 · RE 1 4161 | 4161
IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161
IR 35 2364 | 2364 · RE 1 4171 | 4171
IR 35 2366 | 2366 · RE 1 4173 | 4173
IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161
IC 1 708 | 708 · RE 1 4163 | 4163
IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167
IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169
IC 900 | 900 · RE 1 4171 | 4171Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Frutigen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $80 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $80, while a train costs an average of $80.
Distance: 68 miles (110 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$80 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 14m faster (1h 51m by train vs 2h 5m by car) and roughly $6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($80 vs $85). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Frutigen trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 35 2354 | 2354 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 | 5:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h25 | 8:24 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
IC 8 804 | 804 · R 12 6761 | 6761 | 6:02 AM Zurich HB | 1h53 | 7:55 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18521 | 18521 · IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 | 6:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h08 | 8:24 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
S 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 | 6:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 8:24 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 706 | 706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 | 6:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 8:24 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18523 | 18523 · IC 81 806 | 806 · R 12 6763 | 6763 | 6:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h09 | 8:55 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 81 806 | 806 · R 12 6763 | 6763 | 6:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 8:55 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IR 35 2356 | 2356 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 | 6:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h25 | 9:24 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
IC 81 806 | 806 · R 12 6763 | 6763 | 7:02 AM Zurich HB | 1h53 | 8:55 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18525 | 18525 · IC 1 708 | 708 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 | 7:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h08 | 9:24 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
S 9 18925 | 18925 · IC 1 708 | 708 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 | 7:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 9:24 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 708 | 708 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 | 7:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 9:24 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18527 | 18527 · IC 8 808 | 808 · R 12 6765 | 6765 | 7:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h09 | 9:55 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4911 | 4911 · IC 8 808 | 808 · R 12 6765 | 6765 | 7:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 9:55 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IR 35 2358 | 2358 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 7:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h25 | 10:24 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
IC 8 808 | 808 · R 12 6765 | 6765 | 8:02 AM Zurich HB | 1h53 | 9:55 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 10:24 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 8:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h08 | 10:24 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 8:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 10:24 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 81 810 | 810 · R 12 6767 | 6767 | 8:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h09 | 10:55 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 81 810 | 810 · R 12 6767 | 6767 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 10:55 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IR 35 2360 | 2360 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 8:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h25 | 11:24 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
IC 81 810 | 810 · R 12 6767 | 6767 | 9:02 AM Zurich HB | 1h53 | 10:55 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h08 | 11:24 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 11:24 AM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 11:24 AM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2362 | 2362 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 9:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h25 | 12:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18937 | 18937 · IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 10:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 12:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 10:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h08 | 12:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 10:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 12:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2364 | 2364 · RE 1 4171 | 4171 | 10:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h25 | 1:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18941 | 18941 · IC 900 | 900 · RE 1 4171 | 4171 | 11:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 1:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
S 5 18541 | 18541 · IC 900 | 900 · RE 1 4171 | 4171 | 11:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h08 | 1:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 900 | 900 · RE 1 4171 | 4171 | 11:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 1:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2366 | 2366 · RE 1 4173 | 4173 | 11:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h25 | 2:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18945 | 18945 · IC 1 718 | 718 · RE 1 4173 | 4173 | 12:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 2:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
S 5 18545 | 18545 · IC 1 718 | 718 · RE 1 4173 | 4173 | 12:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h08 | 2:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 718 | 718 · RE 1 4173 | 4173 | 12:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 2:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2368 | 2368 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 | 12:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h25 | 3:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18949 | 18949 · IC 902 | 902 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 | 1:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 3:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
S 5 18549 | 18549 · IC 902 | 902 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 | 1:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h08 | 3:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 902 | 902 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 | 1:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 3:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2370 | 2370 · RE 1 4177 | 4177 | 1:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h25 | 4:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18953 | 18953 · IC 1 722 | 722 · RE 1 4177 | 4177 | 2:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 4:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
S 5 18553 | 18553 · IC 1 722 | 722 · RE 1 4177 | 4177 | 2:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h08 | 4:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 722 | 722 · RE 1 4177 | 4177 | 2:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 4:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18555 | 18555 · IC 81 822 | 822 · R 12 6779 | 6779 | 2:46 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h09 | 4:55 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4925 | 4925 · IC 81 822 | 822 · R 12 6779 | 6779 | 2:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 4:55 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 822 | 822 · R 12 6779 | 6779 | 3:02 PM Zurich HB | 1h53 | 4:55 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18957 | 18957 · IC 904 | 904 · RE 1 4179 | 4179 | 3:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 5:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 904 | 904 · RE 1 4179 | 4179 | 3:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 5:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4927 | 4927 · IC 8 824 | 824 · R 12 6781 | 6781 | 3:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 5:55 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 8 824 | 824 · R 12 6781 | 6781 | 4:02 PM Zurich HB | 1h53 | 5:55 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18961 | 18961 · IC 1 726 | 726 · RE 1 4181 | 4181 | 4:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 6:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 726 | 726 · RE 1 4181 | 4181 | 4:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 6:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18965 | 18965 · IC 906 | 906 · RE 1 4183 | 4183 | 5:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 7:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 906 | 906 · RE 1 4183 | 4183 | 5:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 7:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18969 | 18969 · IC 1 730 | 730 · RE 1 4185 | 4185 | 6:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 8:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 730 | 730 · RE 1 4185 | 4185 | 6:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 8:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4933 | 4933 · IC 81 830 | 830 · RE 1 4287 | 4287 | 6:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h36 | 9:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 830 | 830 · RE 1 4287 | 4287 | 7:02 PM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 9:24 PM Frutigen station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18973 | 18973 · IC 908 | 908 · IC 6 635 | 635 · RE 1 4287 | 4287 | 7:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h08 | 9:24 PM Frutigen station | 3 transfers | |
IC 908 | 908 · IC 6 635 | 635 · RE 1 4287 | 4287 | 7:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h52 | 9:24 PM Frutigen station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Zurich to Frutigen run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (110 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 68 miles (110 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 1:02 AM |
Last train 11:01 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Frutigen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Frutigen trip today.
Interactive trout farm and alpine house exhibition explaining warm-water fish farming in the Lötschberg tunnel. Frutigen’s signature visitor attraction.
Regional museum presenting Frutigen Valley history, folk culture, and everyday life. A strong introduction to local heritage in a traditional setting.
Castle museum in Spiez with historical interiors, regional collections, and lakeside setting. One of the most rewarding cultural visits near Frutigen.
Well-known mountain viewpoint reached from the valley region, famous for sweeping Alpine scenery and hiking opportunities.
Central village street with shops, services, and everyday local atmosphere. It is the best place to feel Frutigen’s small-town rhythm.
Riverside walking area along the Kander offering fresh air and valley views. Ideal for an easy local stroll close to the center.
A hearty Bernese Alpine dish of potatoes, pasta, onions, cheese and cream, often served with stewed apple. Popular in mountain regions around Frutigen.
Traditional Bernese rösti topped with bacon, ham, cheese and a fried egg. A filling farmhouse meal widely eaten in the Bernese Oberland.
Swiss cheese fondue made with regional Alpine cheese and white wine. A classic social meal in the Bernese Oberland, especially in cooler months.
Casual station-side venue known for fresh tropical fish from the Frutigen Tropenhaus and regional ingredients in a modern setting.
Established traditional hotel restaurant serving Swiss and Bernese dishes in a warm, classic dining room in central Frutigen.
Well-known local pizzeria and restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere, offering Italian staples alongside Swiss favorites.
Frutigen is pricey versus many Alpine towns: hotels, dining, and Swiss rail add up, though bakeries, supermarkets, and regional transport passes can reduce daily costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about CHF 1-5 at cafes and for taxis; around 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants for very good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Frutigen 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 Frutigen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Frutigen trains use the Zürich HB to Frutigen station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Frutigen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including 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, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Frutigen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Simplon, Restaurant National
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Frutigen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Frutigen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Frutigen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Frutigen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frutigen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Simplon Hotel Restaurant, Hotel National.
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