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Museum zu Allerheiligen
Major museum complex with archaeology, art, natural history, and local culture inside the former Allerheiligen monastery.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€28
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 19
32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
32 m
Trains on Sep 19
89
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Schaffhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Schaffhausen will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 89 trains from Zurich to Schaffhausen, including 50 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 32 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.
S 6 18645 | 18645 · IC 188 | 188
S 9 18944 | 18944
RE 48 4920 | 4920
S 11 19151 | 19151 · IC 486 | 486
S 11 19147 | 19147 · IC 188 | 188
RE 48 4920 | 4920
RE 48 4912 | 4912
RE 48 4944 | 4944
RE 48 4946 | 4946
RE 48 4914 | 4914Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Schaffhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 22 miles (37 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€28 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around €28 compared to roughly €53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €25. The journey takes 47m versus 45m 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.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Schaffhausen trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SN 1 13713 | 13713 · SN 3 13634 | 13634 | 1:56 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h05 | 3:01 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
SN 1 13715 | 13715 · SN 3 13636 | 13636 | 2:56 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h05 | 4:01 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
RE 48 4908 | 4908 | 6:05 AM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 6:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18920 | 18920 | 6:07 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 7:04 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19221 | 19221 | 6:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h04 | 7:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4908 | 4908 | 6:11 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h32 | 6:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18920 | 18920 | 6:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h49 | 7:04 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19221 | 19221 | 6:16 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 7:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18621 | 18621 · IC 284 | 284 | 6:21 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h52 | 7:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19123 | 19123 · IC 284 | 284 | 6:24 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 7:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
IC 284 | 284 | 6:37 AM Zurich HB | 0h36 | 7:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18922 | 18922 | 6:37 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 7:34 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18922 | 18922 | 6:45 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h49 | 7:34 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18523 | 18523 · RE 48 4910 | 4910 | 6:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h57 | 7:43 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19125 | 19125 · S 6 18624 | 18624 · RE 48 4910 | 4910 | 6:54 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 7:43 AM Schaffhausen | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4910 | 4910 | 7:05 AM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 7:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18924 | 18924 | 7:07 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 8:04 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19225 | 19225 | 7:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h04 | 8:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4910 | 4910 | 7:11 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h32 | 7:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18924 | 18924 | 7:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h49 | 8:04 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19225 | 19225 | 7:16 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 8:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18625 | 18625 · IC 388 | 388 | 7:21 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h52 | 8:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19127 | 19127 · IC 388 | 388 | 7:24 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 8:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18926 | 18926 | 7:37 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 8:34 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 388 | 388 | 7:37 AM Zurich HB | 0h36 | 8:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18926 | 18926 | 7:45 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h49 | 8:34 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18527 | 18527 · RE 48 4912 | 4912 | 7:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h57 | 8:43 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19129 | 19129 · S 6 18628 | 18628 · RE 48 4912 | 4912 | 7:54 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 8:43 AM Schaffhausen | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4912 | 4912 | 8:05 AM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 8:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18928 | 18928 | 8:07 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 9:04 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19229 | 19229 | 8:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h04 | 9:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4912 | 4912 | 8:11 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h32 | 8:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18928 | 18928 | 8:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h49 | 9:04 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19229 | 19229 | 8:16 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 9:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18629 | 18629 · IC 282 | 282 | 8:21 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h52 | 9:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19131 | 19131 · IC 282 | 282 | 8:24 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 9:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 7 18728 | 18728 · S 33 20330 | 20330 | 8:27 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h11 | 9:38 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 8 18828 | 18828 · S 7 18728 | 18728 · S 33 20330 | 20330 | 8:30 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h08 | 9:38 AM Schaffhausen | 2 transfers | |
IC 282 | 282 | 8:37 AM Zurich HB | 0h36 | 9:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18531 | 18531 · RE 48 4914 | 4914 | 8:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h57 | 9:43 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19133 | 19133 · S 6 18632 | 18632 · RE 48 4914 | 4914 | 8:54 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 9:43 AM Schaffhausen | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4914 | 4914 | 9:05 AM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 9:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18932 | 18932 | 9:07 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 10:04 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19233 | 19233 | 9:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h04 | 10:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4914 | 4914 | 9:11 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h32 | 9:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18932 | 18932 | 9:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h49 | 10:04 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18633 | 18633 · IC 380 | 380 | 9:21 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h52 | 10:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19135 | 19135 · IC 380 | 380 | 9:24 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 10:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 7 18732 | 18732 · S 33 20334 | 20334 | 9:27 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h11 | 10:38 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 8 18832 | 18832 · S 7 18732 | 18732 · S 33 20334 | 20334 | 9:30 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h08 | 10:38 AM Schaffhausen | 2 transfers | |
IC 380 | 380 | 9:37 AM Zurich HB | 0h36 | 10:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18535 | 18535 · RE 48 4916 | 4916 | 9:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h57 | 10:43 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19137 | 19137 · S 6 18636 | 18636 · RE 48 4916 | 4916 | 9:54 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 10:43 AM Schaffhausen | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4916 | 4916 | 10:05 AM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 10:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18936 | 18936 | 10:07 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 11:04 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19237 | 19237 | 10:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h04 | 11:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 11 19139 | 19139 · IC 280 | 280 | 10:24 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 11:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
IC 280 | 280 | 10:37 AM Zurich HB | 0h36 | 11:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18539 | 18539 · RE 48 4918 | 4918 | 10:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h57 | 11:43 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19141 | 19141 · S 6 18640 | 18640 · RE 48 4918 | 4918 | 10:54 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 11:43 AM Schaffhausen | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4920 | 4920 | 12:05 PM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 12:43 PM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18944 | 18944 | 12:07 PM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 1:04 PM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19245 | 19245 | 12:09 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h04 | 1:13 PM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4920 | 4920 | 12:11 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h32 | 12:43 PM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18944 | 18944 | 12:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h49 | 1:04 PM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19245 | 19245 | 12:16 PM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 1:13 PM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18645 | 18645 · IC 188 | 188 | 12:21 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h52 | 1:13 PM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19147 | 19147 · IC 188 | 188 | 12:24 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 1:13 PM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 7 18744 | 18744 · S 33 20346 | 20346 | 12:27 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h11 | 1:38 PM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 8 18844 | 18844 · S 7 18744 | 18744 · S 33 20346 | 20346 | 12:30 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h08 | 1:38 PM Schaffhausen | 2 transfers | |
IC 188 | 188 | 12:37 PM Zurich HB | 0h36 | 1:13 PM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18547 | 18547 · RE 48 4922 | 4922 | 12:46 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h57 | 1:43 PM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19149 | 19149 · S 6 18648 | 18648 · RE 48 4922 | 4922 | 12:54 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 1:43 PM Schaffhausen | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4922 | 4922 | 1:05 PM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 1:43 PM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19249 | 19249 | 1:09 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h04 | 2:13 PM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 11 19151 | 19151 · IC 486 | 486 | 1:24 PM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 2:13 PM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Zurich to Schaffhausen run on average 24 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (37 km) distance in 32m.
Distance 22 miles (37 km) |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Schaffhausen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Schaffhausen trip today.
Major museum complex with archaeology, art, natural history, and local culture inside the former Allerheiligen monastery.
Compact exhibition in Munot fortress presenting the stronghold’s history, construction, and role in Schaffhausen life.
Local art venue showing changing contemporary exhibitions, often featuring regional artists in a central old-town setting.
Central old-town square lined with historic facades, fountains, and shops; a natural starting point for exploring Schaffhausen.
Main pedestrian street of the old town, known for ornate bay windows, painted houses, and lively local atmosphere.
Popular viewpoint terrace at the fortress offering broad views over the old town, vineyards, and the Rhine valley.
Crisp potato rösti, often served as a side or topped with cheese, egg, or bacon. A Swiss classic widely eaten in Schaffhausen and across German-speaking Switzerland.
Melted cheese scraped over potatoes, pickles, and onions. Traditional alpine comfort food popular throughout northern Switzerland in colder months.
Cheese fondue made from melted Swiss cheeses with wine and garlic, shared with bread. A social Swiss meal strongly tied to regional food culture.
Refined fine dining in a historic setting with seasonal Swiss cuisine and polished service. A leading special-occasion restaurant in Schaffhausen.
Historic restaurant in the old town known for Swiss and regional classics in a warm, traditional setting.
Traditional brewery tavern serving hearty Swiss dishes and house beer in a rustic, lively atmosphere near the old town.
Schaffhausen is pricey for visitors. Hotels, dining, and transit usually cost more than in nearby Germany, though local transport and casual meals are manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants and cafes or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are commonly rounded up to the nearest CHF.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Schaffhausen 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 Schaffhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Schaffhausen trains use the Zürich HB to Schaffhausen station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Schaffhausen 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.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Schaffhausen 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 options include: Restaurant Güterhof, Restaurant Falken
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Schaffhausen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Schaffhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schaffhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schaffhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schaffhausen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kronenhof, Sorell Hotel Rüden, Hotel Park Villa.
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