- Must visit
Museum Kitzbühel
Main local history museum in the old granary, covering mining, winter sports, and the town’s development through the centuries.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Kitzbühel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Kitzbühel will cost around DKK 269 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only DKK 255.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 11 trains from Zurich to Kitzbühel, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 289 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 8 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 5 h 15 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.
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IR 3259 · RJX13477 · IR 717+
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RJX 161 · IR 515+
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IR 2210 · RJX19985 · IR 715+
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Trains from Zurich to Kitzbühel run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at DKK 239 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 179 miles (289 km) distance in 4h 24m.
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The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Kitzbühel trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:40 AM Zurich | 4h40 | 11:20 AM Kitzbühel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:32 AM Zurich | 5h52 | 1:24 PM Kitzbühel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 AM Zurich | 4h40 | 12:20 PM Kitzbühel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:40 AM Zurich | 4h44 | 4:24 PM Kitzbühel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Zurich | 4h44 | 8:24 PM Kitzbühel | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 2395 · IR 3256 · RJX19983 · IR 713 | 12:23 AM Zurich HB | 9h57 | 10:20 AM Kitzbühel Bahnhof | 4 transfers | |
Bus EV1 · IR 2206 · RJX19983 · IR 713 | 12:24 AM Zurich HB | 9h56 | 10:20 AM Kitzbühel Bahnhof | 6 transfers | |
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Trains from Zurich to Kitzbühel with ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), and ÖBB | Nightjet. Night trains available on this route with ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, and EuroNight. High-speed trains available on this route with ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, and Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with ÖBB and Deutsche Bahn. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Main local history museum in the old granary, covering mining, winter sports, and the town’s development through the centuries.
Museum branch on Kitzbühel’s sporting identity, highlighting the Hahnenkamm race and famous local ski champions.
Regional heritage collection in nearby St. Johann, useful for broader context on Tyrolean culture, crafts, and rural life.
Kitzbühel’s colorful medieval old town street, lined with historic façades, boutiques, and postcard views.
Elegant main street through the center, ideal for strolling among historic buildings and the town’s signature alpine atmosphere.
Iconic mountain and ski area with broad views, summer trails, and access to the famous Streif race course.
A clear Tyrolean beef broth served with sliced pancake strips. It is a classic Alpine starter found in inns across Tirol.
Cheese dumplings made with bread, Alpine cheese, onions, and herbs, often served in broth or with salad. A beloved Tyrolean mountain dish.
A hearty pan-fried mix of potatoes, onions, and cured meat, traditionally eaten in Tirol as warming farmhouse fare after skiing or hiking.
Awarded fine dining in the Tennerhof hotel, known for refined Austrian cuisine, seasonal tasting menus, and an elegant setting.
An established upscale restaurant serving modern Austrian cooking with strong wine focus in a polished but relaxed setting.
A traditional Tyrolean inn known for local classics, dumplings, schnitzel, and a cozy historic atmosphere near the center.
Very high versus many Austrian towns: lodging, ski dining, and resort services cost more, while local buses and trains are reasonable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Add about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafes.
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Kitzbühel Bahnhof -> Kitzbühel Stadtzentrum
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Most Zurich to Kitzbühel trains use the Zürich HB to Kitzbühel Bahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Kitzbühel 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.
Kitzbühel Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Neuwirt, Gasthof Eggerwirt
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Kitzbühel Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Kitzbühel Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kitzbühel Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kitzbühel Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kitzbühel Bahnhof: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kitzhof Mountain Design Resort, Hotel Tiefenbrunner, Hotel Zur Tenne.
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