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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Grenchen
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Grenchen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Grenchen will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich for Grenchen on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.
6:29 AM1h29Zurich7:58 AMGrenchen$401One-way0 transfers- 2:04 PM1h19Zurich3:23 PMGrenchen$671One-way0 transfers
- 2:04 PM1h19Zurich3:23 PMGrenchen$671One-way0 transfers
- 6:29 AM1h29Zurich7:58 AMGrenchen$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Zurich to Grenchen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Grenchen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 $35, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Grenchen take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 30m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $24 (€20) 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 Grenchen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Grenchen trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:29 PM Zurich | 1h05 | 4:34 PM Grenchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 6:29 AM Zurich | 1h29 | 7:58 AM Grenchen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Grenchen
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Trains from Zurich to Grenchen run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Grenchen trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Grenchen from $35 (€29). 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 Grenchen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Grenchen 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 Grenchen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Grenchen
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
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityHotelBike ParkingWifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Bahnhofstrasse
- Restaurant Passage
- Restaurant Pizzeria La Piazza
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- CHF 1
- Hotel Passage
- Hotel Restaurant Passage
- Hotel Tissot Velodrome
- Located in the main hall
- 288 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and S-Bahn services
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