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Montafoner Heimatmuseum
Main local museum on Montafon history, folk culture, and alpine life. The best place in Schruns to understand the valley’s heritage.
Cheapest price on Oct 16
$61
Average ticket price on Oct 16
$65
Fastest journey on Oct 16
2 h 22 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
2 h 40 m
Trains on Oct 16
3
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Schruns is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Schruns will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Schruns without transferring at least once.
IC 761+
EC 163+
S 4
RJX 165+
S 4
IR 3259 · RJX13477+
REX 7+
S 4
IC 761+
EC 163+
S 4
RJX 165+
S 4
IR 3259 · RJX13477+
REX 7+
S 4Trains from Zurich to Schruns run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:54, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (108 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 67 miles (108 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 2:54 AM |
Last train 11:12 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Schruns trains for today, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:40 PM Zurich | 2h32 | 11:12 PM Schruns | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, October 16 | |||||
IC 761+ S 4+ EC 163 | 8:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 10:24 AM Schruns station | 2 transfers | |
IR 3259 · RJX13477+ REX 7+ S 4 | 8:08 AM Zurich HB | 3h16 | 11:24 AM Schruns station | 3 transfers | |
RJX 165+ S 4 | 10:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h22 | 12:24 PM Schruns station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Main local museum on Montafon history, folk culture, and alpine life. The best place in Schruns to understand the valley’s heritage.
Museum presentation at the historic Huser hus focused on Montafon housing, customs, and regional identity in a preserved setting.
Exhibition venue highlighting local contemporary and cultural themes. A worthwhile stop for visitors seeking smaller-scale art and history displays.
Historic center streets with traditional facades, shops, and access to major sights. Best area for an easy first walk through Schruns.
Viewpoint area reached from Schruns with wide panoramas over the Montafon. A favorite local spot for photos and short hikes.
Central square and meeting point framed by village buildings and mountain views. Ideal for orientation and experiencing daily life in Schruns.
Montafoner Käsknöpfli are soft egg noodles with alpine cheese and crispy onions, a signature Montafon comfort dish served in mountain inns.
Sura Kees is a tangy low-fat sour milk cheese from Montafon, protected as a regional specialty and central to local farming tradition.
Kässpätzle are handmade pasta dumplings layered with melted cheese and onions, beloved across Vorarlberg and especially common in Schruns.
Historic fine dining venue in Schruns known for refined Austrian cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and an elegant setting in a landmark hotel.
Well-known restaurant in the Montafoner Hof focused on Austrian cuisine, regional products, and a polished but relaxed hotel setting.
Traditional alpine restaurant serving Vorarlberg classics, hearty mountain dishes, and local hospitality in a rustic atmosphere.
Moderate for an Alpine resort. Lodging can rise in ski season, while dining and local transit are similar to other Austrian mountain towns.
Tipping is modest. Round up in cafes and taxis, or add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service; tip directly when paying.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Schruns 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 Schruns, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Schruns trains use the Zürich HB to Schruns station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Schruns 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 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.
Schruns is 1 km from Schruns city centre. Public transport options include:
Schruns has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Gasthof Löwen, Restaurant Litz
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Schruns. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Schruns. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schruns: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schruns: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schruns.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Zimba, Hotel Taube, Löwen Hotel Montafon.
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