The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
10 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 22 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Zurich HB on Mon, Dec 01, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 10 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.
S 24 20433 | 20433
T 10 | 10724
S 2 18231 | 18231
T 10 | 11081
T 10 | 10349
S 2 18231 | 18231
S 2 18233 | 18233
IR 75 2110 | 2110
IC 8 810 | 810
S 2 18229 | 18229Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich Airport to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 8 km
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€8 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich Airport to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Zurich HB trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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S 16 19629 | 19629 | 7:01 AM Zurich Airport | 0h12 | 7:13 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 24 20429 | 20429 | 7:04 AM Zurich Airport | 0h12 | 7:16 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 2 18229 | 18229 | 7:06 AM Zurich Airport | 0h10 | 7:16 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 1 710 | 710 | 7:08 AM Zurich Airport | 0h13 | 7:21 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
T 10 | 8774 | 7:09 AM Zurich Airport | 0h34 | 7:43 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Zurich Airport to Zurich HB by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB
Trains from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 8 km distance in 9m.
Distance 8 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 21:38 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Zurich HB from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB 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 HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich Airport to Zurich HB
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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