The average train between Zurich and Emmental Alps takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Emmental Alps. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Zurich and Emmental Alps. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Zurich is at 1:10 PM which arrives into Emmental Alps at 5:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Luzern and take an average of 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 35m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Emmental Alps? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Emmental Alps. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB station and arriving at Brienzer Rothorn station via Luzern station and Brienz station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.
Zurich to Emmental Alps train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Emmental Alps train services, operated by Brienz Rothorn Bahn, arrive at Brienzer Rothorn station.
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The distance between Zurich and Emmental Alps is 74.9 km. The road distance is 113 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Brienzer Rothorn via Luzern, Brienz, and Brienz BRB in around 5h 3m.