The average train between Zurich and Sarnen takes 1h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 14m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Zurich to Sarnen. 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 30 minutes between Zurich and Sarnen. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Zurich is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Sarnen at 1:09 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 33m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Sarnen? 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 Sarnen. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB station and arriving at Sarnen station via Luzern station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.
Zurich to Sarnen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Sarnen train services, operated by Zentralbahn, arrive at Sarnen station.
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The distance between Zurich and Sarnen is 57.2 km. The road distance is 71 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Sarnen via Luzern in around 1h 19m.