Bellinzona to Zurich train

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Information about the Bellinzona to Zurich train

Travel by train from Bellinzona to Zurich. 21 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Bellinzona at 5h 07m and the last at 22h 17m, allowing you to cover the 136.69 km distance in as little as 1h 36m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

1h 55m

Shortest route time

1h 36m

First hour of departure

5h 07m

Last hour of departure

22h 17m

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Cheap train tickets from Bellinzona to Zurich

How much does a train ticket from Bellinzona to Zurich cost?

By booking your train ticket early, you will benefit from advantageous fares. Save on the cost of your journey by staying flexible with the date and time of your departure. Keep an eye on the best offers by adding an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Bellinzona to Zurich take?

The Bellinzona to Zurich journey lasts 1h 55m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Bellinzona to Zurich?

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Bellinzona to Zurich in 1h 36m.

How many trains run from Bellinzona to Zurich each day?

Every day of the week, you can choose from 21 Bellinzona – Zurich trains.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Bellinzona and Zurich?

You can reach Zurich from Bellinzona via Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Bellinzona and Zurich by train?

The distance by train between Bellinzona and Zurich is approximately 136.69 km.

What time is the first train from Bellinzona to Zurich?

Depart from Bellinzona on the first train at 5h 07m.

What time is the last train from Bellinzona to Zurich?

The last train departs Bellinzona at 22h 17m.

To leave Bellinzona, which station(s) can I depart from?

This page presents a list of trains departing from: BELLINZONA.

At Zurich, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains on this page terminate at: ZURICH HB.

Which train companies operate trains from Bellinzona to Zurich?

You can complete your journey from Bellinzona to Zurich on a SBB train.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Bellinzona to Zurich?

The price of a Bellinzona – Zurich train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Bellinzona to Zurich thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Bellinzona to Zurich.

Price of a Bellinzona – Zurich Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Bellinzona to Zurich: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Bellinzona to Zurich at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Bellinzona – Zurich

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Bellinzona – Zurich Train

On SNCF Connect, you can book your last-minute Bellinzona to Zurich ticket and compare prices quickly. You can also plan and buy your train ticket several months in advance if you wish to take advantage of the best fares. During the sales events held several times per year, tickets are released for trains running months later. Depending on the rail operator and the train’s travel date, our service options allow you to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your seats at that rate before the opportunity expires.

Direct train from Bellinzona to Zurich and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Zurich on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Which companies operate the train from Bellinzona to Zurich?

If you're travelling from Bellinzona to Zurich, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

SBB

Travel from Bellinzona to Zurich with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). SBB is Switzerland’s national rail operator, with an extensive and punctual network connecting cities across the country efficiently. SBB operates a range of services, including high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.

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What travel classes are available on the Bellinzona to Zurich train?

To travel from Bellinzona to Zurich, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

SBB

Travel from Bellinzona to Zurich by train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Depending on your journey and the train selected, enjoy 1st or 2nd class comfort on long-distance InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, tilting trains, or the regional network, which includes InterRegio (IR), RegioExpress (RE), and Regio (R) services. Your SBB train ticket Bellinzona - Zurich allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.

What on-board services are available on the Bellinzona to Zurich train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Bellinzona to Zurich route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

SBB

Treats and relaxation at the SBB Restaurant

Turn your journey into a break: enjoy a selection of carefully chosen meals and drinks at the SBB Restaurant or SBB Bistro, to delight your taste buds even on the train.
Free Internet on board and in stations

Browse free of charge: thanks to SBB WiFi, Internet access is available in many stations and on board mainline trains!
Enhanced comfort in 1st class

Travel with greater ease: in 1st class, you'll enjoy more legroom, individually adjustable seats spaced further apart, outlets in every compartment, 2+1 layouts, as well as "business" and "quiet" areas for greater peace of mind.
Transporting your luggage on board the train

SBB makes it easy to travel with your luggage. You can keep your luggage with you on the train thanks to the numerous storage areas: under or between the seats, in the overhead luggage racks, or in the multi-function compartments of duplex cars. Pictograms indicate luggage and stroller zones.
Transporting your bicycle on board the train

Bicycles are welcome on SBB trains. You can transport your personal bicycle in the areas provided, including in the IC2000 cars on the lower level. Groups of cyclists (10 people or more) can benefit from specially adapted services on booking. Folding bicycles can be transported as hand luggage, without a specific ticket. For other types of bicycles, we recommend checking transport conditions and booking in advance, especially during busy periods.
Travelling with your pet

Small animals, up to the size of a cat, can travel free of charge on SBB trains if they are transported in a closed cage or bag, placed under the seat or in the luggage racks. For dogs, a specific ticket is required and can be purchased via the SNCF Connect application. Dogs must be kept on a leash and remain on the floor during the journey.

Bellinzona to Zurich train schedule for Saturday 22 August 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
5h 07m	6h 55m	1h 48m	SBB	Booking
5h 07m Bellinzona SBB 862 5h 21m Biasca 5h 51m Fluelen 6h 11m Arth-Goldau 6h 30m Zug 6h 55m Zurich Hb
6h 17m	8h 22m	2h 05m	SBB	Booking
6h 17m Bellinzona SBB 664 7h 11m Arth-Goldau Connection: 21 min 7h 32m Arth-Goldau SBB 21226 7h 38m Walchwil 7h 40m Walchwil Hoerndli 7h 45m Zug(Ch), Oberwil 7h 46m Zug(Ch), Fridbach 7h 48m Zug(Ch), Casino 7h 49m Zug(Ch), Postplatz 7h 53m Zug Connection: 05 min 7h 58m Zug SBB 2111 8h 01m Baar 8h 22m Zurich Hb
6h 17m	8h 51m	2h 34m	SBB	Booking
6h 17m Bellinzona SBB 664 7h 11m Arth-Goldau 7h 41m Luzern Connection: 28 min 8h 09m Luzern SBB 2614 8h 28m Zug 8h 51m Zurich Hb
7h 17m	8h 53m	1h 36m	SBB	Booking
7h 17m Bellinzona SBB 866 7h 51m Fluelen 8h 11m Arth-Goldau 8h 30m Zug 8h 53m Zurich Hb
7h 47m	9h 27m	1h 40m	SBB	Booking
7h 47m Bellinzona SBB 1466 8h 42m Arth-Goldau 9h 00m Zug 9h 27m Zurich Hb
8h 17m	10h 22m	2h 05m	SBB	Booking
8h 17m Bellinzona SBB 668 9h 11m Arth-Goldau Connection: 21 min 9h 32m Arth-Goldau SBB 21234 9h 38m Walchwil 9h 40m Walchwil Hoerndli 9h 45m Zug(Ch), Oberwil 9h 46m Zug(Ch), Fridbach 9h 48m Zug(Ch), Casino 9h 49m Zug(Ch), Postplatz 9h 53m Zug Connection: 05 min 9h 58m Zug SBB 2115 10h 01m Baar 10h 22m Zurich Hb
9h 17m	10h 53m	1h 36m	SBB	Booking
9h 17m Bellinzona SBB 870 9h 51m Fluelen 10h 11m Arth-Goldau 10h 30m Zug 10h 53m Zurich Hb
10h 17m	12h 22m	2h 05m	SBB	Booking
10h 17m Bellinzona SBB 672 11h 11m Arth-Goldau Connection: 21 min 11h 32m Arth-Goldau SBB 21242 11h 38m Walchwil 11h 40m Walchwil Hoerndli 11h 45m Zug(Ch), Oberwil 11h 46m Zug(Ch), Fridbach 11h 48m Zug(Ch), Casino 11h 49m Zug(Ch), Postplatz 11h 53m Zug Connection: 05 min 11h 58m Zug SBB 2119 12h 01m Baar 12h 22m Zurich Hb
11h 17m	12h 53m	1h 36m	SBB	Booking
11h 17m Bellinzona SBB 874 11h 51m Fluelen 12h 11m Arth-Goldau 12h 30m Zug 12h 53m Zurich Hb
11h 47m	13h 27m	1h 40m	SBB	Booking
11h 47m Bellinzona SBB 1474 12h 42m Arth-Goldau 13h 00m Zug 13h 27m Zurich Hb
13h 17m	14h 53m	1h 36m	SBB	Booking
13h 17m Bellinzona SBB 878 14h 11m Arth-Goldau 14h 30m Zug 14h 53m Zurich Hb
14h 17m	16h 22m	2h 05m	SBB	Booking
14h 17m Bellinzona SBB 680 14h 51m Fluelen 15h 11m Arth-Goldau Connection: 21 min 15h 32m Arth-Goldau SBB 21258 15h 38m Walchwil 15h 40m Walchwil Hoerndli 15h 45m Zug(Ch), Oberwil 15h 46m Zug(Ch), Fridbach 15h 48m Zug(Ch), Casino 15h 49m Zug(Ch), Postplatz 15h 53m Zug Connection: 05 min 15h 58m Zug SBB 2127 16h 01m Baar 16h 22m Zurich Hb
15h 17m	16h 53m	1h 36m	SBB	Booking
15h 17m Bellinzona SBB 882 16h 11m Arth-Goldau 16h 30m Zug 16h 53m Zurich Hb
16h 17m	18h 22m	2h 05m	SBB	Booking
16h 17m Bellinzona SBB 684 16h 51m Fluelen 17h 11m Arth-Goldau Connection: 21 min 17h 32m Arth-Goldau SBB 21266 17h 38m Walchwil 17h 40m Walchwil Hoerndli 17h 45m Zug(Ch), Oberwil 17h 46m Zug(Ch), Fridbach 17h 48m Zug(Ch), Casino 17h 49m Zug(Ch), Postplatz 17h 53m Zug Connection: 05 min 17h 58m Zug SBB 2131 18h 01m Baar 18h 22m Zurich Hb
17h 17m	18h 53m	1h 36m	SBB	Booking
17h 17m Bellinzona SBB 886 18h 11m Arth-Goldau 18h 30m Zug 18h 53m Zurich Hb
18h 17m	20h 22m	2h 05m	SBB	Booking
18h 17m Bellinzona SBB 688 18h 51m Fluelen 19h 11m Arth-Goldau Connection: 21 min 19h 32m Arth-Goldau SBB 21274 19h 38m Walchwil 19h 40m Walchwil Hoerndli 19h 45m Zug(Ch), Oberwil 19h 46m Zug(Ch), Fridbach 19h 48m Zug(Ch), Casino 19h 49m Zug(Ch), Postplatz 19h 53m Zug Connection: 05 min 19h 58m Zug SBB 2135 20h 01m Baar 20h 22m Zurich Hb
19h 17m	20h 53m	1h 36m	SBB	Booking
19h 17m Bellinzona SBB 890 20h 11m Arth-Goldau 20h 30m Zug 20h 53m Zurich Hb
20h 17m	22h 22m	2h 05m	SBB	Booking
20h 17m Bellinzona SBB 692 20h 51m Fluelen 21h 11m Arth-Goldau Connection: 21 min 21h 32m Arth-Goldau SBB 21282 21h 38m Walchwil 21h 40m Walchwil Hoerndli 21h 45m Zug(Ch), Oberwil 21h 46m Zug(Ch), Fridbach 21h 48m Zug(Ch), Casino 21h 49m Zug(Ch), Postplatz 21h 53m Zug Connection: 05 min 21h 58m Zug SBB 2589 22h 01m Baar 22h 22m Zurich Hb
21h 17m	22h 55m	1h 38m	SBB	Booking
21h 17m Bellinzona SBB 894 22h 11m Arth-Goldau 22h 30m Zug 22h 55m Zurich Hb
22h 17m	0h 25m	2h 08m	SBB	Booking
22h 17m Bellinzona SBB 696 22h 51m Fluelen 23h 11m Arth-Goldau Connection: 21 min 23h 32m Arth-Goldau SBB 21290 23h 38m Walchwil 23h 40m Walchwil Hoerndli 23h 45m Zug(Ch), Oberwil 23h 46m Zug(Ch), Fridbach 23h 48m Zug(Ch), Casino 23h 49m Zug(Ch), Postplatz 23h 53m Zug Connection: 05 min 23h 58m Zug SBB 2593 0h 01m Baar 0h 14m Thalwil 0h 25m Zurich Hb
22h 17m	1h 06m	2h 49m	SBB	Booking
22h 17m Bellinzona SBB 696 22h 51m Fluelen 23h 11m Arth-Goldau 23h 41m Luzern 0h 28m Olten Connection: 07 min 0h 35m Olten SBB 841 1h 06m Zurich Hb

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