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Typical cost and journey time from Zurich Airport into central Zurich.
SBB train
CheapestFastestCost
About CHF 7
Time
10–13 min to Zürich HB
- Hours
- About 5am–midnight
- Where to find it
- Airport railway station below the Airport Center.
- Good to know
- Buy a ZVV ticket at the machine or in the SBB app before boarding.
Taxi
Cost
About CHF 60–80
Time
15–25 min
- Hours
- 24/7
- Where to find it
- Taxi ranks outside arrivals 1 and 2.
Uber
Cost
About CHF 40–60
Time
15–25 min
- Hours
- 24/7
- Where to find it
- Designated pick-up area in the parking garage.
Our pick
Take the train. It's fast, frequent and Swiss-punctual.
Quick answers
The questions people ask most about Zurich Airport.
What's the cheapest way from Zurich Airport to central Zurich?
SBB train: About CHF 7, taking 10–13 min to Zürich HB.
How much is a taxi from ZRH to central Zurich?
About CHF 60–80. The ride takes 15–25 min.
What hours does the SBB train run?
About 5am–midnight.
Where do Uber pick up at Zurich Airport?
Designated pick-up area in the parking garage. Expect to pay about CHF 40–60.
Where do I catch the SBB train?
Airport railway station below the Airport Center.
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