The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Lech
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€61
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Lech is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Lech will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Lech without transferring at least once.
IR 2395 · IR 3256+
S 2+
RJX 86312:23 AM7h31Zurich HB7:54 AMLangen am Arlberg€501One-way3 transfers
S · S 17+
IR 2206+
S 212:24 AM7h30Zurich HB7:54 AMLangen am Arlberg€501One-way4 transfers
EC 163+
RJX 8678:40 AM3h14Zurich HB11:54 AMLangen am Arlberg€661One-way1 transfer
RJX 165 · RJX 86910:40 AM3h14Zurich HB1:54 PMLangen am Arlberg€661One-way1 transfer
RJX 161 · RJX 8656:40 AM3h14Zurich HB9:54 AMLangen am Arlberg€661One-way1 transfer
S 25 · S 17+
IR 2210+
S 26:43 AM3h11Zurich HB9:54 AMLangen am Arlberg€661One-way4 transfers
EC 163+
RJX 8678:40 AM3h14Zurich HB11:54 AMLangen am Arlberg€661One-way1 transfer
RJX 165 · RJX 86910:40 AM3h14Zurich HB1:54 PMLangen am Arlberg€661One-way1 transfer
RJX 161 · RJX 8656:40 AM3h14Zurich HB9:54 AMLangen am Arlberg€661One-way1 transfer
S · S 17+
IR 2206+
S 212:24 AM7h30Zurich HB7:54 AMLangen am Arlberg€501One-way4 transfers
Live departures
Zurich to Lech train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lech trains for today, Tuesday, March 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 2395 · IR 3256+ S 2+ RJX 863 | 10:23 PM Zurich HB | 7h31 | 5:54 AM Langen am Arlberg | 3 transfers | |
S · S 17+ IR 2206+ S 2 | 10:24 PM Zurich HB | 7h30 | 5:54 AM Langen am Arlberg | 4 transfers | |
| Wednesday, April 1 | |||||
RJX 161 · RJX 865 | 4:40 AM Zurich HB | 3h14 | 7:54 AM Langen am Arlberg | 1 transfer | |
S 25 · S 17+ IR 2210+ S 2 | 4:43 AM Zurich HB | 3h11 | 7:54 AM Langen am Arlberg | 4 transfers | |
EC 163+ RJX 867 | 6:40 AM Zurich HB | 3h14 | 9:54 AM Langen am Arlberg | 1 transfer | |
RJX 165 · RJX 869 | 8:40 AM Zurich HB | 3h14 | 11:54 AM Langen am Arlberg | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Lech
Trains from Zurich to Lech run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity from Zurich to Lech trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Zurich and Lech from €21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
EuroNight
ÖBB | S-Bahn
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Lech
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Lech 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 Lech, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Lech
- 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. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
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