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Take the train from Zurich Airport to Glattbrugg in 11 minutes
If you want to travel from Zurich Airport to Glattbrugg by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Zurich Airport to Glattbrugg by train to take around 17 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 11 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 77 trains per day running on this route, which spans 1 mile (2 km). You’ll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Glattbrugg. SBB trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Glattbrugg.
You can save money on train tickets from Zurich Airport to Glattbrugg if you book in Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Zurich Airport to Glattbrugg if you book in advance.. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
Zurich Airport to Glattbrugg by train
| First train | 00:05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:38 | |
| Departure station | Zurich Airport | |
| Arrival station | Glattbrugg | |
| Journey time | From 11m | |
| Distance | 1 miles (2 km) | |
| Frequency | 77 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Zurich Airport to Glattbrugg
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SBB trains from Zurich Airport to Glattbrugg
The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).
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Cheap train tickets from Zurich Airport to Glattbrugg
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Zurich Airport to Glattbrugg by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.