The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Schaffhausen
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Schaffhausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Schaffhausen will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 4 trains that leave Zurich for Schaffhausen on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 37 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 57 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 Schaffhausen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Schaffhausen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 37 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€28 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Schaffhausen train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Schaffhausen trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 48 4912 | 4912 | 7:05 AM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 7:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18928 | 18928 | 7:07 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 8:04 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19229 | 19229 | 7:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h04 | 8:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4912 | 4912 | 7:11 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h32 | 7:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 9 18928 | 18928 | 7:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h49 | 8:04 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19229 | 19229 | 7:16 AM Zurich HB | 0h57 | 8:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 6 18629 | 18629 · IC 282 | 282 | 7:21 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h52 | 8:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 11 19131 | 19131 · IC 282 | 282 | 7:24 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 8:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 8 18828 | 18828 · S 33 20330 | 20330 | 7:30 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h08 | 8:38 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
IC 282 | 282 | 7:37 AM Zurich HB | 0h36 | 8:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 24 20430 | 20430 | 7:44 AM Zurich HB | 1h02 | 8:46 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 5 18531 | 18531 · RE 48 4914 | 4914 | 7:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h57 | 8:43 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
S 24 20430 | 20430 | 7:52 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h54 | 8:46 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 11 19133 | 19133 · S 6 18632 | 18632 · RE 48 4914 | 4914 | 7:54 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 8:43 AM Schaffhausen | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4914 | 4914 | 8:05 AM Zurich HB | 0h38 | 8:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 12 19233 | 19233 | 8:09 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h04 | 9:13 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 48 4914 | 4914 | 8:11 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 0h32 | 8:43 AM Schaffhausen | 0 transfersDirect | |
S 11 19135 | 19135 · IC 380 | 380 | 8:24 AM Zurich Altstetten | 0h49 | 9:13 AM Schaffhausen | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Schaffhausen
Trains from Zurich to Schaffhausen run on average 24 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 36m.
Distance 37 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Schaffhausen trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Schaffhausen from €7. 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 Schaffhausen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Schaffhausen 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 Schaffhausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Zurich HB, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Schaffhausen, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Schaffhausen
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Bahnhofstrasse.
- Restaurant Güterhof
- Restaurant Falken
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Kronenhof
- Sorell Hotel Rüden
- Hotel Park Villa
- Located in the main hall
- 496 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: SBB services
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