The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Kandersteg
Cheapest price on Sep 27
€45
Average ticket price on Sep 27
€65
Fastest journey on Sep 27
2 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 27
2 h 18 m
Trains on Sep 27
48
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 €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Kandersteg without transferring at least once.
IR 35 2366 | 2366 · RE 1 4173 | 417311:59 AM2h41Zurich Altstetten2:40 PMKandersteg station€451One-way1 transfer
IR 35 2364 | 2364 · RE 1 4171 | 417110:59 AM2h41Zurich Altstetten1:40 PMKandersteg station€451One-way1 transfer
IR 35 2368 | 2368 · RE 1 4175 | 417512:59 PM2h41Zurich Altstetten3:40 PMKandersteg station€461One-way1 transfer
IR 35 2372 | 2372 · RE 1 4179 | 41792:59 PM2h41Zurich Altstetten5:40 PMKandersteg station€471One-way1 transfer
IR 35 2354 | 2354 · RE 1 4161 | 41615:59 AM2h41Zurich Altstetten8:40 AMKandersteg station€511One-way1 transfer
IC 1 10904 | 10904 · RE 1 4179 | 41793:22 PM2h18Zurich HB5:40 PMKandersteg station€561One-way1 transfer
IC 1 10722 | 10722 · RE 1 4177 | 41772:22 PM2h18Zurich HB4:40 PMKandersteg station€581One-way1 transfer
IC 1 10726 | 10726 · RE 1 4181 | 41814:22 PM2h18Zurich HB6:40 PMKandersteg station€561One-way1 transfer
IC 1 10902 | 10902 · RE 1 4175 | 41751:22 PM2h18Zurich HB3:40 PMKandersteg station€561One-way1 transfer
IC 1 10706 | 10706 · RE 1 4161 | 41616:22 AM2h18Zurich HB8:40 AMKandersteg station€561One-way1 transfer
Live departures
Zurich to Kandersteg train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Kandersteg trains for today, Saturday, September 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 16 19677 | 19677 · IC 1 10734 | 10734 · IC 6 637 | 637 · RE 1 4289 | 4289 | 8:06 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 10:40 PM Kandersteg station | 3 transfers | |
S 12 19277 | 19277 · IC 1 10734 | 10734 · IC 6 637 | 637 · RE 1 4289 | 4289 | 8:09 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h31 | 10:40 PM Kandersteg station | 3 transfers | |
IC 1 10734 | 10734 · IC 6 637 | 637 · RE 1 4289 | 4289 | 8:22 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 10:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 16 19681 | 19681 · IC 1 10736 | 10736 · IC 6 643 | 643 · B 230 | 41 | 9:06 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h41 | 11:47 PM Kandersteg | 3 transfers | |
S 12 19281 | 19281 · IC 1 10736 | 10736 · IC 6 643 | 643 · B 230 | 41 | 9:09 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h38 | 11:47 PM Kandersteg | 3 transfers | |
IC 1 10736 | 10736 · IC 6 643 | 643 · B 230 | 41 | 9:22 PM Zurich HB | 2h25 | 11:47 PM Kandersteg | 2 transfers | |
S 16 19685 | 19685 · IC 1 10738 | 10738 · ICE 377 | 377 · RE 1 4293 | 4293 | 10:06 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h39 | 12:45 AM Kandersteg station | 3 transfers | |
S 12 19285 | 19285 · IC 1 10738 | 10738 · ICE 377 | 377 · RE 1 4293 | 4293 | 10:09 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h36 | 12:45 AM Kandersteg station | 3 transfers | |
IC 1 10738 | 10738 · ICE 377 | 377 · RE 1 4293 | 4293 | 10:22 PM Zurich HB | 2h23 | 12:45 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 27 | |||||
SN 7 13773 | 13773 · IR N1 746 | 746 · RE 1 4157 | 4157 | 1:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 4h52 | 6:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IR N1 746 | 746 · RE 1 4157 | 4157 | 2:02 AM Zurich HB | 4h38 | 6:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
T 50 | 156 · IC 1 704 | 704 · RE 1 4159 | 4159 | 4:48 AM Zurich | 2h52 | 7:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 11 19116 | 19116 · IC 1 704 | 704 · RE 1 4159 | 4159 | 5:05 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h35 | 7:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 704 | 704 · RE 1 4159 | 4159 | 5:13 AM Zurich HB | 2h27 | 7:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2354 | 2354 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 | 5:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 8:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19621 | 19621 · IC 1 10706 | 10706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 | 6:06 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 8:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 12 19221 | 19221 · IC 1 10706 | 10706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 | 6:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h31 | 8:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10706 | 10706 · RE 1 4161 | 4161 | 6:22 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 8:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2356 | 2356 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 | 6:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 9:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19625 | 19625 · IC 1 10708 | 10708 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 | 7:06 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 9:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 12 19225 | 19225 · IC 1 10708 | 10708 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 | 7:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h31 | 9:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10708 | 10708 · RE 1 4163 | 4163 | 7:22 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 9:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19629 | 19629 · IC 1 10710 | 10710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 8:06 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 10:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 12 19229 | 19229 · IC 1 10710 | 10710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 8:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h31 | 10:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10710 | 10710 · RE 1 4165 | 4165 | 8:22 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 10:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2360 | 2360 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 8:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 11:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19633 | 19633 · IC 1 10712 | 10712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 9:06 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 11:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 12 19233 | 19233 · IC 1 10712 | 10712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 9:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h31 | 11:40 AM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10712 | 10712 · RE 1 4167 | 4167 | 9:22 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 11:40 AM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2362 | 2362 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 9:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 12:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19637 | 19637 · IC 1 10714 | 10714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 10:06 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 12:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 12 19237 | 19237 · IC 1 10714 | 10714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 10:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h31 | 12:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10714 | 10714 · RE 1 4169 | 4169 | 10:22 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 12:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2364 | 2364 · RE 1 4171 | 4171 | 10:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 1:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19641 | 19641 · IC 1 10900 | 10900 · RE 1 4171 | 4171 | 11:06 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 1:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 12 19241 | 19241 · IC 1 10900 | 10900 · RE 1 4171 | 4171 | 11:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h31 | 1:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10900 | 10900 · RE 1 4171 | 4171 | 11:22 AM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 1:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2366 | 2366 · RE 1 4173 | 4173 | 11:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 2:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19645 | 19645 · IC 1 10718 | 10718 · RE 1 4173 | 4173 | 12:06 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 2:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 12 19245 | 19245 · IC 1 10718 | 10718 · RE 1 4173 | 4173 | 12:09 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h31 | 2:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10718 | 10718 · RE 1 4173 | 4173 | 12:22 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 2:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2368 | 2368 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 | 12:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 3:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19649 | 19649 · IC 1 10902 | 10902 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 | 1:06 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 3:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 12 19249 | 19249 · IC 1 10902 | 10902 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 | 1:09 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h31 | 3:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10902 | 10902 · RE 1 4175 | 4175 | 1:22 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 3:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2370 | 2370 · RE 1 4177 | 4177 | 1:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 4:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19653 | 19653 · IC 1 10722 | 10722 · RE 1 4177 | 4177 | 2:06 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 4:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 12 19253 | 19253 · IC 1 10722 | 10722 · RE 1 4177 | 4177 | 2:09 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h31 | 4:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10722 | 10722 · RE 1 4177 | 4177 | 2:22 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 4:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
IR 35 2372 | 2372 · RE 1 4179 | 4179 | 2:59 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h41 | 5:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19657 | 19657 · IC 1 10904 | 10904 · RE 1 4179 | 4179 | 3:06 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 5:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
S 12 19257 | 19257 · IC 1 10904 | 10904 · RE 1 4179 | 4179 | 3:09 PM Zurich Altstetten | 2h31 | 5:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10904 | 10904 · RE 1 4179 | 4179 | 3:22 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 5:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19661 | 19661 · IC 1 10726 | 10726 · RE 1 4181 | 4181 | 4:06 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 6:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10726 | 10726 · RE 1 4181 | 4181 | 4:22 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 6:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
S 16 19665 | 19665 · IC 1 10906 | 10906 · RE 1 4183 | 4183 | 5:06 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h34 | 7:40 PM Kandersteg station | 2 transfers | |
IC 1 10906 | 10906 · RE 1 4183 | 4183 | 5:22 PM Zurich HB | 2h18 | 7:40 PM Kandersteg station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Kandersteg
Trains from Zurich to Kandersteg run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 118 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 118 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
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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
Most Zurich to Kandersteg trains use the Zürich Oerlikon to Kandersteg station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Kandersteg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Zurich station do trains to Kandersteg leave from?
Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services
Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Which Kandersteg station do trains from Zurich arrive at?
Getting to Kandersteg from Kandersteg city centre
Kandersteg train station facilities and services
Kandersteg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Hotel Bernerhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kandersteg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kandersteg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kandersteg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kandersteg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kandersteg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bernerhof, Landgasthof Ruedihus, Hotel Alfa Soleil.
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