What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Altstätten?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Altstätten is to drive which costs SFr 17 - SFr 26 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Altstätten?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Altstätten is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 26.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Altstätten?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich to Altstätten. However, there are services departing from Zürich Hbf and arriving at Altstätten SG, Rathaus via Hohenems, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Altstätten?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Altstätten SG. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Zurich to Altstätten?

The distance between Zurich and Altstätten is 126 km. The road distance is 109.3 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Altstätten without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Altstätten without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 50.

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Altstätten?

The train from Zürich HB to Altstätten SG takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Altstätten bus from?

Zurich to Altstätten bus services, operated by Kavim Tours, depart from Zürich Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Altstätten train from?

Zurich to Altstätten train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Altstätten?

The best way to get from Zurich to Altstätten is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 321 bus, which costs and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Zurich to Altstätten bus arrive?

Zurich to Altstätten bus services, operated by Kavim Tours, arrive at Hohenems station.

Where does the Zurich to Altstätten train arrive?

Zurich to Altstätten train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Altstätten SG station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Altstätten?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Altstätten is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Zurich to Altstätten.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Altstätten?

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Where can I stay near Altstätten?

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Zurich to Altstätten - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 321 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Zurich to Altstätten by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Altstätten SGIr13
1h 50m
CHF 25–50
Drive 109.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zurich to Altstätten109.3 km
1h 17m
CHF 18–26
Bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Zürich Hbf to Hohenems
2. Take the bus from Hohenems, Bahnhof to Altstätten SG, Rathaus321
2h 41m
Train via Rapperswil SG
1. Take the train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Rapperswil SGS7 / ...
2. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Altstätten SGS4
3h 6m

Zurich to Altstätten by train

109Weekly Trains

1h 50mAverage Duration

CHF 25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.9 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Altstätten, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Altstätten SG hourly. Tickets cost CHF 25–50 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zürich Hbf to Altstätten SG, Rathaus via Hohenems, Bahnhof in around 2h 41m.

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