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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Herisau
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Herisau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Herisau will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich for Herisau on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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 bus and train for Zurich to Herisau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Herisau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 34 miles (55 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$28 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zurich to Herisau train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Herisau trains for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 AM Zurich | 1h13 | 8:28 AM Herisau | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Herisau
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Trains from Zurich to Herisau run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 21:36. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 00:13 |
Last train 21:36 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo from Zurich to Herisau trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Thurbo trains will get you between Zurich and Herisau from $10 (€8). 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)
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FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Herisau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Herisau 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 Herisau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Herisau
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
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