The average train between Zurich and Porto Ceresio takes 7h 9m and the fastest train takes 5h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Porto Ceresio. 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 Porto Ceresio. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Porto Ceresio at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Lugano and take an average of 7h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 45m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Porto Ceresio? 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 Porto Ceresio. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Porto Ceresio station via Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.
Zurich to Porto Ceresio train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Porto Ceresio train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, arrive at Lugano station.
The distance between Zurich and Porto Ceresio is 165 km. The road distance is 201 km.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Lugano hourly. Tickets cost €60–90 and the journey takes 1h 55m.