Train from Zürich HB to Erstfeld

🇨🇭 Zürich HB → 🇨🇭 Erstfeld

Straight-line Distance

63 km

S (172.2°)

Rail Distance

~82 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~1h 11m

Regional

CO2 Saved vs Flight

79.0%

12.7 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

Regional

CO2 Emissions 3.4 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 16.0 kg

Taking the train saves 12.7 kg CO2 (79.0% less emissions)

Route Information

Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

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Origin

Zürich HB
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Destination

Erstfeld

Journey Tips

Erstfeld, the northern portal of the Gotthard Base Tunnel, is about 1 hour 20 minutes from Zürich HB by SBB IC via Lucerne. It is a small Alpine village and railway heritage site.

Scenic Highlight

The Reuss valley south of Lucerne is increasingly wild and dramatic, with the rocky cliffs of the St Gotthard massif looming above as you approach Erstfeld.

Booking Tip

Swiss Travel Pass is valid; straightforward SBB ticket purchase on the app or at the station.

Continue Your Journey

Continue from Erstfeld

🇨🇭 Andermatt 21 km 🇨🇭 Disentis/Muster 20 km 🇨🇭 Pontresina 102 km 🇨🇭 Rotkreuz 39 km 🇨🇭 Samedan 99 km

Also from Zürich HB

🇨🇭 Aigle 168 km 🇨🇭 Bern Hbf 96 km 🇨🇭 Lausanne 174 km 🇮🇹 Milan 216 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 128 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Zürich HB to Erstfeld takes approximately 1h 11m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~82 km using a regional service.
The estimated rail distance from Zürich HB to Erstfeld is approximately 82 km (63 km straight-line). Rail routes are longer than straight-line distances because tracks follow terrain and connect intermediate cities.
Travelling by train from Zürich HB to Erstfeld emits approximately 3.4 kg of CO2, compared to 16.0 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 12.7 kg of CO2 — a 79.0% reduction in emissions.
The route from Zürich HB to Erstfeld typically requires at least one transfer. Check operator timetables for the most direct connection available.
Check regional and national rail operator websites for services between Zürich HB and Erstfeld.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27