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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Elsau is to drive which costs SFr 4 - SFr 8 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Elsau is to train which takes 29 min and costs SFr 16 - SFr 29.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Elsau?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Räterschen. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Zurich to Elsau?

The distance between Zurich and Elsau is 30 km. The road distance is 31.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Elsau without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs SFr 16 - SFr 29.

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

The train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Räterschen takes 29 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Elsau train from?

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

Where does the Zurich to Elsau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Elsau?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Elsau is 32 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Zurich to Elsau.

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

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Where can I stay near Elsau?

There are 1003+ hotels available in Elsau.

Zurich to Elsau - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and line 680 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Räterschentrain S12
29 min
CHF 16–29
Drive 31.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zurich to Elsaucar 31.8 km
29 min
CHF 5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Zurich to Elsautaxi 31.8 km
29 min
CHF 150–190
Train, line 680 bus
1. Take the train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Winterthurtrain S11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Winterthur, Hauptbahnhof to Elsau, Dorfbus 680
1h 6m
CHF 15–18

Zurich to Elsau by train

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29 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 29.5 km
Duration: 29 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Räterschen every 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 16–29 and the journey takes 29 min.

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