How to travel from Zurich to Schaffhausen

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Compare train for Zurich to Schaffhausen

Omio 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 $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. 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 $37, while a train costs an average of $37.

Distance: 22 miles (37 km)

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$65

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1h 11m

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The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Schaffhausen is a train with an average price of $37 (€30).
The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Schaffhausen is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 9m.

Other travel options to Schaffhausen take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 11m.

Yes, you can take a train between Zurich and Schaffhausen.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zurich to Schaffhausen among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 4m faster (41m by train vs 45m by car) and roughly $28 (€22) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($37 (€30) vs $65 (€53)). 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 Schaffhausen

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

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

  • SBBRE 48 4944 | 4944
    12:11 AM0h32
    Zürich Oerlikon
    12:43 AMSchaffhausen
    $341One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • SBBRE 48 4944 | 4944
    12:11 AM0h32
    Zürich Oerlikon
    12:43 AMSchaffhausen
    $341One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBRE 48 4944 | 4944
    12:11 AM0h32
    Zürich Oerlikon
    12:43 AMSchaffhausen
    $341One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SBBRE 48 4908 | 4908
    6:11 AM0h32
    Zürich Oerlikon
    6:43 AMSchaffhausen
    $341One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBRE 48 4914 | 4914
    9:11 AM0h32
    Zürich Oerlikon
    9:43 AMSchaffhausen
    $341One-way
    0 transfers
  • SBBRE 48 4912 | 4912
    8:11 AM0h32
    Zürich Oerlikon
    8:43 AMSchaffhausen
    $341One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Zurich to Schaffhausen

Travel to Schaffhausen 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 Schaffhausen.

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You can travel between Zurich and Schaffhausen by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Schaffhausen is a train with an average price of $37 (€30).
The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Schaffhausen is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 9m.

Other travel options to Schaffhausen take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 11m.

The distance from Zurich to Schaffhausen is approximately 22 miles (37 km).
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Schaffhausen is:
  • Around 27 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Schaffhausen 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 Schaffhausen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Schaffhausen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich to Schaffhausen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Schaffhausen by bus.
  • Travel with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Schaffhausen by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zurich to Schaffhausen with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 17 direct trains per day with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Omio customers who travel from Zurich to Schaffhausen often also extend their vacation to go to Stuttgart, Singen, Basel, Milan, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Schaffhausen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Schaffhausen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
You typically need 1 to 2 days in Schaffhausen to explore its main attractions, including the Rhine Falls and the charming Old Town.
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