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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Winterthur
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Winterthur is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Winterthur will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 4 trains that leave Zurich for Winterthur on Sun, Jul 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 36 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.
7:02 AM0h25Zurich7:27 AMWinterthur$191One-way0 transfers- 6:02 AM0h25Zurich6:27 AMWinterthur$201One-way0 transfers
- 11:24 PM0h27Zurich11:51 PMWinterthur$201One-way0 transfers
- 11:19 PM0h36Zurich11:55 PMWinterthur$201One-way0 transfers
- 7:02 AM0h25Zurich7:27 AMWinterthur$191One-way0 transfers
- 6:02 AM0h25Zurich6:27 AMWinterthur$201One-way0 transfers
- 11:24 PM0h27Zurich11:51 PMWinterthur$201One-way0 transfers
- 11:19 PM0h36Zurich11:55 PMWinterthur$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich to Winterthur
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Winterthur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 12 miles (20 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Winterthur:
A bus is $0.16 (€0.13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Winterthur costing on average $20 (€17).
Other travel options to Winterthur take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
The journey is about 9m faster (23m by train vs 32m by car) and roughly $39 (€32) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 (€17) vs $60 (€49)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Zurich to Winterthur train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Winterthur trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:02 AM Zurich | 0h25 | 6:27 AM Winterthur | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:02 AM Zurich | 0h25 | 7:27 AM Winterthur | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Winterthur
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Trains from Zurich to Winterthur run on average 28 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 12 miles (20 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Winterthur trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Winterthur from $19 (€16). 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 Winterthur
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Winterthur 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 Winterthur, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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