The average train between Zurich and Melide takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. There is an hourly train service from Zurich to Melide. 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 hourly between Zurich and Melide. The earliest departure is at 6:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Melide at 1:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Melide. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Melide station via Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.
Zurich to Melide train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Melide train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Zurich to Melide train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
The distance between Zurich and Melide is 159.9 km. The road distance is 183 km.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Lugano hourly. Tickets cost CHF 60–190 and the journey takes 1h 55m.