How to travel from Zurich to Kandersteg

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Compare train for Zurich to Kandersteg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Kandersteg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €66 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €66, while a train costs an average of €66.

Distance: 73 miles (118 km)

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€66

Average price

Cheapest

€73

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 17m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Kandersteg is a train with an average price of €66.
The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Kandersteg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.
Yes, you can take a train between Zurich and Kandersteg.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Kandersteg among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 10m faster (2h 7m by train vs 2h 17m by car) and roughly €7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€66 vs €73). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Zurich to Kandersteg

How to get from Zurich to Kandersteg by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Zurich to Kandersteg is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SBBIR 35 2378 | 2378 · RE 1 4185 | 4185
    5:59 PM2h41
    Zurich Altstetten
    8:40 PMKandersteg station
    491One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • SBBIR 35 2378 | 2378 · RE 1 4185 | 4185
    5:59 PM2h41
    Zurich Altstetten
    8:40 PMKandersteg station
    491One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SBBIC 1303 | 1303 · RE 1 4263 | 4263
    7:38 AM2h02
    Zurich HB
    9:40 AMKandersteg station
    871One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SBBIR 35 2380 | 2380 · IC 6 635 | 635 · RE 1 4287 | 4287
    6:59 PM2h41
    Zurich Altstetten
    9:40 PMKandersteg station
    501One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBIR 35 2372 | 2372 · RE 1 4179 | 4179
    2:59 PM2h41
    Zurich Altstetten
    5:40 PMKandersteg station
    501One-way
    1 transfer
  • SBBIR 35 2366 | 2366 · RE 1 4173 | 4173
    11:59 AM2h41
    Zurich Altstetten
    2:40 PMKandersteg station
    511One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich to Kandersteg

Travel to Kandersteg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Kandersteg.

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You can travel between Zurich and Kandersteg by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Kandersteg is a train with an average price of €66.
The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Kandersteg is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.
The distance from Zurich to Kandersteg is approximately 73 miles (118 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Kandersteg is:
  • Around 20 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Kandersteg as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zurich to Kandersteg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Zürich Oerlikon and arrive in Kandersteg station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Kandersteg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SBB to go to Kandersteg by train.
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Kandersteg often also extend their vacation to go to Interlaken, Bern, Milan, Zermatt, Geneva. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kandersteg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Kandersteg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Kandersteg, plan for 2 to 3 days to enjoy its scenic hikes, explore the Oeschinen Lake, and visit the famous Blausee.

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