Travelling by train from Zurich to Horgen

Ready to travel from Zurich to Horgen by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Zurich and Horgen

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$18.98

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Zurich to Horgen daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Horgen on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 46 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 00:17: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:47: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 00:17: departure of first train on weekends

  • 23:47: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 22 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time from Zurich to Horgen

The quickest time by train is 18 minutes, travelling a total distance of 14 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Zurich to Horgen trains

Tickets for travel to Horgen along this route are available for purchase 4 and a half months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making your Zurich to Horgen travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Horgen.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Zurich to Horgen by train?

The train journey between Zurich and Horgen spans 14 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Zurich to Horgen?

The cheapest fare on this route is AU$18.98. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Zurich to Horgen?

Tickets for travel between Zurich to Horgen are available 4 and a half months before departure.

How long does the train take from Zurich to Horgen?

The fastest journey by train is 18 minutes.