The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Zurich
Cheapest price
€102
Average price
€123
Fastest journey
5 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Zurich will cost around €123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €102.
Of the 16 trains that leave Venice for Zurich on Fri, Feb 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 27 the direct trains cover the 360 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 57 m .
On Fri, Feb 27 the slowest trains will take 6 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640+
EuroCity 28
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 24
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+
EuroCity 30
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+
EuroCity 22
EuroCity 36
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+
EuroCity 22
EuroCity 36
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+
EuroCity 150
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+
EuroCity 24
FRECCIAROSSA 9748+
EuroCity 28Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 360 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€113 Average price | €178 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Venice to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Zurich trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ EuroCity 14 | 4:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h48 | 11:27 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 5:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h53 | 1:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ EuroCity 150 | 7:00 AM Venice Mestre | 6h27 | 1:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ EuroCity 30 | 7:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ EuroCity 16 | 8:00 AM Venice Mestre | 7h27 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 16 | 8:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 20 | 9:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h17 | 5:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ EuroCity 20 | 10:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 5:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ EuroCity 22 | 11:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 24 | 12:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ EuroCity 22 | 12:30 PM Venice Mestre | 5h57 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ EuroCity 24 | 12:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 36 | 2:18 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h09 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748+ EuroCity 28 | 3:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Zurich
Trains from Venice to Zurich run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 360 km distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 360 km |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 20:50 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity from Venice to Zurich trainsTrenitalia, Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Venice and Zurich from €24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Venice to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Zurich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Venice to Zurich
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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