The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Laufen
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Laufen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Laufen will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich for Laufen on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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 train and bus for Zurich to Laufen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Laufen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, and a bus costs an average of €43.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€29 Average price Cheapest | €43 Average price |
1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich to Laufen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Laufen trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:16 AM Zurich | 1h55 | 8:11 AM Laufen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:08 AM Zurich | 2h03 | 9:11 AM Laufen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:16 AM Zurich | 1h55 | 9:11 AM Laufen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 3:08 AM Zurich | 2h03 | 5:11 AM Laufen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Laufen
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:00 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Zurich to Laufen start from as low as $30 (€25) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $35 (€29) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: SBB, Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Laufen trainsSBB, Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Laufen from $30 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Laufen

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Laufen
- 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
- 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
- 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
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