The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich for Sankt Margrethen on Fri, Dec 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.










Live departures
Zurich to Sankt Margrethen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Sankt Margrethen trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 35 2359 | 2359 · IR 13 3264 | 3264 | 7:00 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h13 | 9:13 AM St. Margrethen | 1 transfer | |
S 8 18826 | 18826 · IC 5 509 | 509 · S 2 11231 | 11231 | 7:00 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h36 | 8:36 AM St. Margrethen | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 509 | 509 · S 2 11231 | 11231 | 7:03 AM Zurich HB | 1h33 | 8:36 AM St. Margrethen | 1 transfer | |
IC 3 1253 | 1253 · IR 13 2212 | 2212 | 7:07 AM Zurich HB | 1h36 | 8:43 AM St. Margrethen | 1 transfer | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 | 7:09 AM Zurich HB | 1h37 | 8:46 AM St. Margrethen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 13 3259 | 3259 | 7:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h31 | 8:46 AM St. Margrethen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 11 19131 | 19131 · IC 5 1511 | 1511 · S 4 11431 | 11431 | 7:24 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h42 | 9:06 AM St. Margrethen | 2 transfers | |
S 8 18828 | 18828 · IC 5 1511 | 1511 · S 4 11431 | 11431 | 7:30 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h36 | 9:06 AM St. Margrethen | 2 transfers | |
IC 5 1511 | 1511 · S 4 11431 | 11431 | 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 1h33 | 9:06 AM St. Margrethen | 1 transfer | |
IC 3 561 | 561 · IR 13 3264 | 3264 | 7:38 AM Zurich HB | 1h35 | 9:13 AM St. Margrethen | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 707 | 707 · IR 13 2209 | 2209 | 7:45 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h31 | 9:16 AM St. Margrethen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19133 | 19133 · IR 13 3261 | 3261 | 7:54 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h52 | 9:46 AM St. Margrethen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19133 | 19133 · IC 5 511 | 511 · S 2 11235 | 11235 | 7:54 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h42 | 9:36 AM St. Margrethen | 2 transfers | |
S 8 18830 | 18830 · IC 5 511 | 511 · S 2 11235 | 11235 | 8:00 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h36 | 9:36 AM St. Margrethen | 2 transfers | |
S 11 19135 | 19135 · EC 99 | 99 | 8:24 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h25 | 9:49 AM St. Margrethen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:45 AM Zurich | 1h31 | 5:16 AM Sankt Margrethen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 AM Zurich | 1h31 | 7:46 AM Sankt Margrethen | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Zurich to Sankt Margrethen by train
Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Dec 05
Dec 06
Dec 07
Dec 08
Dec 09
Dec 10
Dec 11
Why should you book Zurich to Sankt Margrethen trains with Omio?
SBB as well as Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen.
Why book with Omio vs SBB?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SBB, but also compare tickets for the likes of Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While SBB tickets can be bought on SBB's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen
Trains from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€21) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Sankt Margrethen from $27 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SBB
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen 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 Sankt Margrethen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen
- 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. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Bahnhof
- Gasthaus zur Alten Post
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Ibis Styles St. Margrethen
- Best Western Hotel Rebstock
- Bodenseehotel
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Austria, Germany, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
More options for your journey from Zurich to Sankt Margrethen
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
