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Compare bus and train for Zurich to Murten
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Murten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $56.
Distance: 73 miles (119 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Murten:
A bus is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Murten costing on average $72 (€59).
Other travel options to Murten take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 43m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (1h 38m by train vs 1h 52m by car). Tickets start at around $72 (€59) compared to roughly $34 (€28) 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.
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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Murten
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Trains from Zurich to Murten run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (119 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 73 miles (119 km) |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Murten trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Murten from $15 (€12). 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 Murten
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Murten 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 Murten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Murten
Most Zurich to Murten trains use the Zürich HB to Murten/Morat station pair, with some services arriving at Muntelier-Löwenberg. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Murten train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Zurich station do trains to Murten leave from?
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Which Murten station do trains from Zurich arrive at?
Getting to Murten/Morat from Murten city centre
Murten/Morat train station facilities and services
Murten/Morat has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Murten/Morat.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Murten/Morat.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Murten/Morat: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Murten/Morat: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Murten/Morat.
Getting to Muntelier-Löwenberg from Murten city centre
Muntelier-Löwenberg is 1 km from Murten city centre. Public transport options include:
Muntelier-Löwenberg train station facilities and services
Muntelier-Löwenberg has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Muntelier-Löwenberg.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Muntelier-Löwenberg: WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Muntelier-Löwenberg.
Getting to Galmiz from Murten city centre
Galmiz is 3 km from Murten city centre. Public transport options include:
Galmiz train station facilities and services
Galmiz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Galmiz.
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