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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Winterthur is to rideshare which costs SFr 4 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Winterthur is to train which takes 16 min and costs SFr 12 - SFr 14.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Winterthur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Winterthur. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Zurich to Winterthur?

The distance between Zurich and Winterthur is 24 km. The road distance is 25.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Winterthur without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs SFr 12 - SFr 14.

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

The train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Winterthur takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Winterthur train from?

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

Where does the Zurich to Winterthur train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Winterthur?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Winterthur is 26 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Zurich to Winterthur.

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

Book your Zurich to Winterthur train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Winterthur?

There are 1245+ hotels available in Winterthur.

Can I share a ride from Zurich to Winterthur?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Zurich and Winterthur. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Zurich to Winterthur - 5 ways to travel via train, rideshare, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Zurich to Winterthur by train, rideshare, taxi, or car

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 Winterthurtrain S11 / ...
16 min
CHF 12–14
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Zurich to Winterthurrideshare 26 km
39 min
CHF 4
Train via Stettbach
1. Take the train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Stettbachtrain S3 / ...
2. Take the train from Stettbach to Winterthurtrain S11 / ...
25 min
CHF 8–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Zurich to Winterthurtaxi 25.7 km
21 min
CHF 120–150
Drive 25.7 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Winterthurcar 25.7 km
21 min
CHF 4–6

Zurich to Winterthur by train

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Distance: 23.6 km
Duration: 16 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Winterthur every 15 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 12–14 and the journey takes 16 min.

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