Taking the train from Zurich to La Chaux-de-Fonds

Ready to book a trip from Zurich to La Chaux-de-Fonds by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between Zurich and La Chaux-de-Fonds: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$70.08, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Zurich to La Chaux-de-Fonds departure frequency and train timetable

With 45 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 24 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:02 and the last one is at 23:04. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:51, with the last one at 23:41.

Zurich to La Chaux-de-Fonds train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 133 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 1 hour and 58 minutes.

Booking time frame: Zurich to La Chaux-de-Fonds trains

Tickets for travel to La Chaux-de-Fonds along this route are available for purchase 5 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.

Learn more about train travel from Zurich to La Chaux-de-Fonds

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our La Chaux-de-Fonds city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Zurich to La Chaux-de-Fonds by train?

The train route from Zurich to La Chaux-de-Fonds covers 133 kilometres.

What is the Zurich to La Chaux-de-Fonds train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs AU$70.08. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost . If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around .

When can I start booking my Zurich to La Chaux-de-Fonds train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 5 and a half months in advance.

How long does the train take from Zurich to La Chaux-de-Fonds?

The fastest journey takes 1 hour and 58 minutes.