The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Kandersteg
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€64
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Kandersteg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Kandersteg will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 4 trains that leave Zurich for Kandersteg on Tue, Dec 30, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 30 the direct trains cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Tue, Dec 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.








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Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 118 km
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€64 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich to Kandersteg train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Kandersteg trains for today, Monday, December 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 7:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h25 | 9:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 7:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h24 | 9:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 7:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h24 | 9:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 7:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h08 | 9:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2360 | 2360 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 7:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 10:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 8:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h25 | 10:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h24 | 10:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 8:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h24 | 10:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 712 | 712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 8:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h08 | 10:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2362 | 2362 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 8:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 11:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 9:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h25 | 11:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h24 | 11:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 9 18937 | 18937 · IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h24 | 11:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 714 | 714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h08 | 11:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 716 | 716 · RE 1 4171 | 4171 | 10:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h08 | 12:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 718 | 718 · RE 1 4173 | 4173 | 11:32 AM Zurich HB | 2h08 | 1:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Kandersteg
Trains from Zurich to Kandersteg run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:44, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 00:44 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Kandersteg trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Kandersteg from €32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Kandersteg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Kandersteg 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 Kandersteg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Kandersteg
- 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 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant Hotel Bernerhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Bernerhof
- Landgasthof Ruedihus
- Hotel Alfa Soleil
- Located in the main hall
- 16 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access, ticket office, and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- PostBus connections to nearby villages
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