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What is the best way to travel from Schaffhausen to Zurich?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Carpool to Zurich from Schaffhausen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
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0h 12m
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What is the cheapest way to reach Zurich from Schaffhausen?

You can reach Zurich with just £2 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
Thursday
from £3
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from £2
Monday
Tuesday

    Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 30m
    0
    15:10
    Zurich Airport
    15:40
    Zurich
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £3

    • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    0h 12m
    0
    00:04
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    00:16
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Basic
    from £15
  • SBB CFF FFS
    0h 13m
    0
    00:13
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    00:26
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Basic
    from £15
  • SBB CFF FFS
    0h 12m
    0
    00:34
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    00:46
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Basic
    from £15
  • SBB CFF FFS
    0h 12m
    0
    05:34
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    05:46
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Basic
    from £15
  • SBB CFF FFS
    0h 12m
    0
    06:04
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    06:16
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Basic
    from £15

    Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 20m
    0
    20:50
    Zurich Airport
    21:10
    Zurich
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £2

What are the fastest trips from Schaffhausen to Zurich?

You can get to Zurich from Schaffhausen in just 0h 12m with a Train from SBB CFF FFS. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
Thursday
from 0h 12m
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 0h 20m
Monday
Tuesday

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    0h 12m
    0
    00:04
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    00:16
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Basic
    from £15
  • SBB CFF FFS
    0h 12m
    0
    00:34
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    00:46
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Basic
    from £15
  • SBB CFF FFS
    0h 12m
    0
    05:34
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    05:46
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Basic
    from £15
  • SBB CFF FFS
    0h 12m
    0
    06:04
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    06:16
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Basic
    from £15
  • SBB CFF FFS
    0h 13m
    0
    00:13
    Zurich Airport
    Aeropuerto Zurich Airport Central Station
    00:26
    Zurich
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Basic
    from £15

    • Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 30m
    0
    15:10
    Zurich Airport
    15:40
    Zurich
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £3

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 20m
    0
    20:50
    Zurich Airport
    21:10
    Zurich
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £2
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Schaffhausen to Zurich

What are the most popular stations in Schaffhausen and Zurich?

In Schaffhausen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Brüggli Bus Stop or Steigbrunnen Bus Stop, while in Zurich you will be arriving at Central Station, Central Bus Station Sihlquai or Central Polybahn, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Zurich from Schaffhausen? With 3 connections between  Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Schaffhausen and Zurich, you can pay as low as £2 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from SBB CFF FFS: you will get to Zurich in just 0h 12m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Schaffhausen and Zurich are SBB CFF FFS and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Schaffhausen and Zurich is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Neuhausen am Rheinfall or to Zollikon, and look at flights from Zurich Airport, and landing at Zurich Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Schaffhausen to Zurich?

The most popular companies between Schaffhausen and Zurich, are SBB CFF FFS and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: SBB CFF FFS

All you need to know when you travel from Schaffhausen to Zurich

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Schaffhausen to Zurich. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Schaffhausen to Zurich

How can I reach Zurich from Schaffhausen?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Zurich from Schaffhausen.

How far is Zurich from Schaffhausen?

The distance between Schaffhausen and Zurich is 38.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Schaffhausen and Zurich?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 1 kgs of CO2, a train 1 kgs, a car 7 kgs, and a flight 9 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Schaffhausen to Zurich?

You can get to Zurich with just £2 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Zurich in just 0h 12m with a Train from SBB CFF FFS.

More routes to Schaffhausen and to Zurich

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Schaffhausen and to Zurich. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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