The cheapest and fastest trains from Warsaw to Zurich
Cheapest price
€220
Average price
€223
Fastest journey
14 h
Average duration
14 h 8 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
1043 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Zurich will cost around €223 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €220.
It's difficult to get from Warsaw to Zurich without transferring at least 2 times.
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 1039 · ICE 79
EC 46 · ICE 377 · IR 1995
EC 48 · ICE 375 · IR 1991
EC 48 · ICE 375 · IC 989 · IC 837
EC 48 · ICE 375 · IR 1991
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 1039 · ICE 79
EC 48 · ICE 375 · IC 989 · IC 837
EC 48 · ICE 375 · IC 989 · IC 837
EC 46 · ICE 377 · IR 2347 · IC 543
EC 46 · ICE 377 · IR 1995Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, and a flight costs an average of €153.
Distance: 1043 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€180 Average price | €231 Average price | €95 Average price Cheapest |
15h 8m Average total duration 14h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 12m Average total duration 20h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.1 - 6.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Warsaw to Zurich train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EIC 1804 · EC 230 · ICE 1039 · ICE 79 | On time 7:00 AM Warsaw Central | 14h00 | 9:00 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
EC 48 · ICE 375 · IR 1991 | On time 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 14h24 | 10:24 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
EC 48 · ICE 375 · IC 989 · IC 837 | On time 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 14h02 | 10:02 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
EC 48 · ICE 375 · IR 1991 | On time 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 14h24 | 10:24 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
EC 48 · ICE 375 · IC 989 · IC 837 | On time 8:00 AM Warsaw Central | 14h02 | 10:02 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
EC 46 · ICE 1009 · ICE 1060 · RE 32697 | On time 10:00 AM Warsaw Central | 19h53 | 5:53 AM Zurich HB | 5 transfers | |
EC 46 · ICE 377 · IR 1995 | On time 10:00 AM Warsaw Central | 14h24 | 12:24 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
EC 46 · ICE 377 · IR 2347 · IC 543 | On time 10:00 AM Warsaw Central | 14h13 | 12:13 AM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Warsaw to Zurich
Distance 1043 km |
Average train duration 14h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €94 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 14h 0m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity from Warsaw to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Warsaw and Zurich from €55. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
PKP Intercity
FAQs: Trains from Warsaw to Zurich

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Warsaw to Zurich
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Al. Jerozolimskie.
- Strefa Centralna
- Restauracja Halka
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Warsaw Marriott Hotel
- InterContinental Warsaw
- Novotel Warszawa Centrum
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance and international trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2
- Tram: Lines 7, 9, 22, 24, 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Kijowska 16.
- Mateusz Gessler Restaurant
- Bistro Praga
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Hotel Hetman
- Hotel Wiatraczna
- Hotel Praski
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and international trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Lines 7, 13, 22, 24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Aleje Jerozolimskie.
- Restaurant Warszawski Lukier
- Bistro Trojka
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- PLN 2
- Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel
- Campanile Varsovie
- Golden Tulip Warsaw Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for long-distance trains
- Hall 3: bus terminal
- Tram: Line 1, Line 7, Line 9, Line 25
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Żwirki i Wigury Street.
- Restaurant Sami Swoi
- Misa
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- PLN 2
- Courtyard by Marriott Warsaw Airport
- Renaissance Warsaw Airport Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Warsaw Airport
- Cost PLN 20
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Lounge Area: executive lounges and waiting areas
- Train: SKM S2, S3
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
- 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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