The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Sion
Cheapest price
€76
Average price
€92
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Sion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Sion will cost around €92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €76.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich for Sion on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.










Live departures
Zurich to Sion train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Sion trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1 712 | 712 · IR 90 1817 | 1817 | 8:32 AM Zurich HB | 3h24 | 11:56 AM Gare de Sion | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18535 | 18535 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 95 1718 | 1718 | 8:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h52 | 11:38 AM Gare de Sion | 2 transfers | |
RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 95 1718 | 1718 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2h50 | 11:38 AM Gare de Sion | 2 transfers | |
IR 35 2362 | 2362 · IC 6 617 | 617 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 8:59 AM Zurich Altstetten | 3h02 | 12:01 PM Gare de Sion | 2 transfers | |
IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 95 1718 | 1718 | 9:02 AM Zurich HB | 2h36 | 11:38 AM Gare de Sion | 1 transfer | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 · IC 6 617 | 617 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2h45 | 12:01 PM Gare de Sion | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
![]() | 7:02 AM Zurich | 2h35 | 9:37 AM Sion | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:32 AM Zurich | 3h24 | 10:56 AM Sion | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:02 AM Zurich | 2h35 | 10:37 AM Sion | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Sion
Trains from Zurich to Sion run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €69 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €69 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Sion trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Sion from €69. 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 Sion
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Sion 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 Sion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Sion
- 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 - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Place de la Gare.
- Inglewood Sion
- Brasserie de la Gare
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Moxy Sion
- Hotel Elite
- Hotel Castel
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Simplon line
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