Arrival guide · ZRH
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH): what to do after landing
Zurich Airport has its own SBB station under the terminal, so trains run to Zurich HB and onward. Landings are planned between 06:00 and 23:00; delayed flights may land until 23:30. A private car to Zurich city costs $210 (≈ CHF 173) per car, the driver waits 60 minutes after the actual landing. Prices checked .
Late landing with children, skis or a mountain hotel at the end of the day? Here is how it works at ZRH, and when the train is enough.
Transfers
Status on 27 October 2026
- FlightsScheduled 06:00–23:00; until 23:30 only to reduce delays
- NightNo landings 23:30–06:00
- TrainSBB station under the airport
- Our carAny hour, fixed price per car
What if I land late at night?
Zurich Airport plans landings until 23:00; between 23:00 and 23:30 only delayed flights land, and from 23:30 to 06:00 the airport is closed to scheduled traffic. A late flight therefore lands close to midnight, when connections to the mountains are thin.
We track the flight, the 60 minutes of free waiting start from the real landing, and the price does not change at night. For Zermatt, St. Moritz or Davos at night the car goes to the door — or to Täsch for Zermatt.
All ways from the airport, compared
| Way | How it works | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| SBB train from the airport station | Direct trains to Zurich HB; mountain resorts with one or more changes. Timetable on sbb.ch. | One or two people with light luggage |
| Taxi rank | Metered taxi from the official rank outside arrivals; price depends on the meter and the time. | Short rides with little luggage |
| Private car with driver (RideCHE) | Driver with a name sign in arrivals, fixed price per car from $210 (≈ CHF 173), 60 min free waiting after the actual landing. | Families, skis, late landings, mountain resorts |
How much is a private car?
| Route | Sedan | Minivan (7) | Minibus (Sprinter) | Premium (Mercedes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zurich Airport to Zurich city one way | $210 ≈ CHF 173 | $280 ≈ CHF 231 | $975 ≈ CHF 803 | $450 ≈ CHF 371 |
| Zurich Airport to Zug one way | $185 ≈ CHF 152 | $250 ≈ CHF 206 | $975 ≈ CHF 803 | $400 ≈ CHF 330 |
| Zurich Airport to Lucerne one way | $320 ≈ CHF 264 | $430 ≈ CHF 354 | $975 ≈ CHF 803 | $690 ≈ CHF 569 |
| Zurich Airport to Bürgenstock one way | $390 ≈ CHF 321 | $525 ≈ CHF 433 | $975 ≈ CHF 803 | $840 ≈ CHF 692 |
| Zurich Airport to Interlaken one way | $535 ≈ CHF 441 | $725 ≈ CHF 597 | $1,285 ≈ CHF 1,059 | $1,160 ≈ CHF 956 |
| Zurich Airport to Zermatt (Täsch) one way | $875 ≈ CHF 721 | $1,180 ≈ CHF 972 | $2,100 ≈ CHF 1,730 | $1,890 ≈ CHF 1,557 |
| Zurich Airport to St. Moritz one way | $790 ≈ CHF 651 | $1,065 ≈ CHF 878 | $1,895 ≈ CHF 1,561 | $1,705 ≈ CHF 1,405 |
| Zurich Airport to Davos one way | $610 ≈ CHF 503 | $820 ≈ CHF 676 | $1,460 ≈ CHF 1,203 | $1,315 ≈ CHF 1,084 |
| Zurich Airport to Lake Como one way | $830 ≈ CHF 684 | $1,115 ≈ CHF 919 | $1,985 ≈ CHF 1,636 | $1,785 ≈ CHF 1,471 |
| Zurich Airport to Munich one way | $1,095 ≈ CHF 902 | $1,475 ≈ CHF 1,215 | $2,625 ≈ CHF 2,163 | $2,360 ≈ CHF 1,945 |
How does the pickup work, and what if my flight is late?
The driver waits in the arrivals hall with a name sign. We follow your flight, and 60 minutes of free waiting start from the actual landing — so a late landing at night is covered. The price is fixed per car, the same day and night.
Pay 50% online to confirm, the rest in cash to the driver — or 100% online. Trips under $100 are paid in full online. Full refund if you cancel 24 hours or more before pickup. Prefer WhatsApp? Book there at the same price.
Can one car take us straight to the Alps or across a border?
Yes. Popular runs from ZRH: Zug $185 (≈ CHF 152), Lucerne $320 (≈ CHF 264), Zermatt via Täsch $875 (≈ CHF 721), Lake Como $830 (≈ CHF 684). Swiss motorways need a vignette — our cars have it, and Italian or German tolls are in the price.
Do I need a visa for Switzerland?
Switzerland is in the Schengen area. Whether you need a visa depends on your passport — check the official list of the State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) before you fly.
You may also need
Sources and checks
- Slot Coordination Switzerland — Zurich (ZRH/LSZH) — operating restrictions · checked
- SBB CFF FFS — Timetable and tickets · checked
- Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (BAZG) — Swiss motorway vignette: two types (CHF 40) · checked
- State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) — Entry requirements by nationality · checked
Questions
How much is a private car?
$210 (≈ CHF 173) — per car, not per person, fixed at any hour.
What happens if my flight lands after 23:00?
The driver waits anyway: free waiting starts from the actual landing, and night landings cost the same.
Is there a train from Zurich Airport at night?
The SBB station is under the airport; check the last connection for your destination on sbb.ch before you book.
Is the price per person?
No — per car, for up to 3 passengers in a sedan, 7 in a minivan or 16 in a Sprinter, the same day and night.
Are child seats and winter tyres included?
Yes. Child seats are free (say the age when you book); from November to April the cars run on winter tyres and carry snow chains.
What if I cancel?
Full refund if you cancel 24 hours or more before pickup.
Can I book on WhatsApp?
Yes, at the same price — send the flight number, the address and the number of passengers and bags.