The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Rapperswil
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Rapperswil is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Rapperswil will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich for Rapperswil on Fri, May 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.
7:59 AM1h44Zurich9:43 AMRapperswil$521One-way0 transfers
7:59 AM1h44Zurich9:43 AMRapperswil$521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and ferry for Zurich to Rapperswil
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Rapperswil among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 57 miles (92 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Rapperswil:
A ferry is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Rapperswil costing on average $54 (€44).
Other travel options to Rapperswil take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 10m.
Tickets start at around $54 (€44) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-46.27 (€-37.30). The journey takes 1h 46m versus 1h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Zurich to Rapperswil train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Rapperswil trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:59 AM Zurich | 1h44 | 9:43 AM Rapperswil | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Rapperswil
Trains from Zurich to Rapperswil run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by ferry.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 19:16. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 7:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Rapperswil trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Rapperswil 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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FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Rapperswil
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Rapperswil 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 Rapperswil, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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