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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bellinzona to Zurich

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 26

Cheapest price on Oct 26

€44

Average ticket price on Oct 26

€59

Fastest journey on Oct 26

1 h 38 m

Average journey duration on Oct 26

2 h 10 m

Trains on Oct 26

Distance

135 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bellinzona to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bellinzona to Zurich will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.

Fast trains

On Mon, Oct 26, we found 6 trains from Bellinzona to Zurich, including 6 direct services.

On Mon, Oct 26 the direct trains cover the 135 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .

On Mon, Oct 26 the slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.

5:59 PM2h56
Bellinzona
8:55 PMZurich
€441One-way
0 transfers
6:59 AM2h56
Bellinzona
9:55 AMZurich
€451One-way
0 transfers
7:59 AM2h56
Bellinzona
10:55 AMZurich
€561One-way
0 transfers
6:47 AM1h40
Bellinzona
8:27 AMZurich
€581One-way
0 transfers
12:47 PM1h40
Bellinzona
2:27 PMZurich
€751One-way
0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bellinzona to Zurich

Switzerland

Trains from Bellinzona to Zurich run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 1h 32m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

135 km

Average train duration

1h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

€35

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 32m

First train

5:07 AM

Last train

11:05 PM

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Thu

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Live departures

Bellinzona to Zurich train times

The table below shows live departures for Bellinzona to Zurich trains for today, Sunday, October 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
IC 2 882 \| 882 · RE 48 4930 \| 4930	3:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h53	5:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 882 \| 882	3:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h38	4:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 332 \| 332	3:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h40	5:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 332 \| 332 · S 9 18966 \| 18966	3:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h57	5:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 10360 \| 10360	3:55 PM Bellinzona station	1h50	5:45 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 10360 \| 10360 · IR 36 2079 \| 2079	3:55 PM Bellinzona station	2h02	5:57 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 21 684 \| 684 · IR 46 2430 \| 2430 · RE 48 4932 \| 4932	4:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h53	6:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IC 21 684 \| 684 · IR 46 2430 \| 2430	4:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h38	5:55 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 10480 \| 10480	4:25 PM Bellinzona station	1h50	6:15 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 10480 \| 10480 · S 8 18868 \| 18868	4:25 PM Bellinzona station	2h04	6:29 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 20 \| 20	4:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h40	6:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 20 \| 20 · S 9 18970 \| 18970	4:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h57	6:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 10370 \| 10370	4:55 PM Bellinzona station	1h50	6:45 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 10370 \| 10370 · IR 36 2081 \| 2081	4:55 PM Bellinzona station	2h02	6:57 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IR 46 2434 \| 2434	4:59 PM Bellinzona station	2h56	7:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 886 \| 886	5:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h38	6:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 886 \| 886 · RE 48 4934 \| 4934	5:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h53	7:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 22 \| 22	5:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h40	7:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 22 \| 22 · S 9 18974 \| 18974	5:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h57	7:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 21 688 \| 688 · IR 46 2434 \| 2434 · RE 48 4936 \| 4936	6:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h53	8:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IC 21 688 \| 688 · S 2 21274 \| 21274 · IR 75 2135 \| 2135 · S 9 18978 \| 18978	6:17 PM Bellinzona station	2h27	8:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon	3 transfers
IC 21 688 \| 688 · S 2 21274 \| 21274 · IR 75 2135 \| 2135	6:17 PM Bellinzona station	2h08	8:25 PM Zurich HB	2 transfers
IC 21 688 \| 688 · IR 46 2434 \| 2434	6:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h38	7:55 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
EC 24 \| 24	6:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h40	8:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 24 \| 24 · S 9 18978 \| 18978	6:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h57	8:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IR 46 2438 \| 2438	6:59 PM Bellinzona station	2h56	9:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 890 \| 890	7:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h38	8:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 890 \| 890 · RE 48 4938 \| 4938	7:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h53	9:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 306 \| 306	7:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h40	9:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 306 \| 306 · S 9 18982 \| 18982	7:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h57	9:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 21 692 \| 692 · IR 46 2438 \| 2438	8:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h38	9:55 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 21 692 \| 692 · IR 46 2438 \| 2438 · RE 48 4940 \| 4940	8:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h53	10:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IC 21 692 \| 692 · S 2 21282 \| 21282 · IR 75 2589 \| 2589	8:17 PM Bellinzona station	2h08	10:25 PM Zurich HB	2 transfers
IC 21 692 \| 692 · S 2 21282 \| 21282 · IR 75 2589 \| 2589 · IC 1 10735 \| 10735	8:17 PM Bellinzona station	2h25	10:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	3 transfers
EC 126 \| 126	8:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h40	10:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 126 \| 126 · IC 1 10735 \| 10735	8:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h55	10:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IR 46 2442 \| 2442	8:59 PM Bellinzona station	2h56	11:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 894 \| 894	9:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h38	10:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 894 \| 894 · RE 48 4942 \| 4942	9:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h53	11:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 28 \| 28 · S 9 18990 \| 18990	9:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h57	11:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 28 \| 28	9:47 PM Bellinzona station	1h40	11:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 21 696 \| 696 · IR 46 2442 \| 2442	10:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h38	11:55 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 21 696 \| 696 · IR 46 2442 \| 2442 · RE 48 4944 \| 4944	10:17 PM Bellinzona station	1h53	12:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IC 21 696 \| 696 · S 2 21290 \| 21290 · IR 75 2593 \| 2593	10:17 PM Bellinzona station	2h08	12:25 AM Zurich HB	2 transfers
Monday, October 26
	6:47 AM Bellinzona	1h40	8:27 AM Zurich	0 transfersDirect
	6:59 AM Bellinzona	2h56	9:55 AM Zurich	0 transfersDirect
	7:59 AM Bellinzona	2h56	10:55 AM Zurich	0 transfersDirect
	8:17 AM Bellinzona	1h38	9:55 AM Zurich	0 transfersDirect
	12:47 PM Bellinzona	1h40	2:27 PM Zurich	0 transfersDirect
This is the last train of the day.

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SBB

About

SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SBB Duration

1h 32m

Cheapest SBB Price

€35

SBB frequency

24 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service

Seat reservation

Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bellinzona and Zurich

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Bellinzona to Zurich, you can count on SBB for the best way to get you to Zurich. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bellinzona and Zurich and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from Bellinzona to Zurich

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bellinzona to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap train tickets from Bellinzona to Zurich can start from as little as €35 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bellinzona to Zurich is €60; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Bellinzona to Zurich is 1h 32m to travel the 135 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Bellinzona to Zurich leaves at 5:07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Bellinzona to Zurich leaves at 11:05 PM.

Yes,there are 5 direct trains a day from Bellinzona to Zurich with SBB. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Bellinzona to Zurich. You can choose between SBB. SBB trains take around 1h 32m

Yes, you can take a night train from Bellinzona to Zurich with SBB. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.

A day trip to Zurich from Bellinzona is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 32m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bellinzona and Zurich including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bellinzona to Zurich

Most Bellinzona to Zurich trains use the Bellinzona to Zürich HB station pair, with some services arriving at Zürich Oerlikon. Use this guide to compare Bellinzona and Zurich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bellinzona

Arrival train stations in Zurich

Which Bellinzona station do trains to Zurich leave from?

Trains from Bellinzona to Zurich leave from Bellinzona. The station is 1 km from Bellinzona city centre at Viale Stazione 1, 6500 Bellinzona, Switzerland.

BellinzonaViale Stazione 1, 6500 Bellinzona, Switzerland+41 91 825 11 11 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Bellinzona from Bellinzona city centre

Bus1, 3, 5 · 6m · €2 · every ~18 min

Bellinzona train station facilities and services

Bellinzona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Ristorante Casa del Popolo, Ristorante Locanda Orico

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bellinzona. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Bellinzona. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bellinzona: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bellinzona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bellinzona: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Internazionale Bellinzona, Hotel & SPA Internazionale, Hotel Unione.

Which Zurich station do trains from Bellinzona arrive at?

Trains from Bellinzona to Zurich most often arrive at Zürich HB. Some services arrive at Zürich Altstetten, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Zurich arrival station.

Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre

Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS, 9 · 3m · €3 · every ~3 min

S11, Sn11, S12, S15, S16, Sn1, Sn, S20, S23, S3, S5, Sn5, S6, Sn6, S7, Sn7, S9, Sn9, S · 3m · €1 · every ~43 min

Bus31, 33 · 5m · €2 · every ~16 min

N4, N5, N91 · 5m · €2

Tram11, 15, 4 · 8m · €2 · every ~19 min

Zürich HB train station facilities and services

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.