The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
€60
Average price
€225
Fastest journey
8 h 49 m
Average duration
8 h 51 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
614 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal will cost around €225 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
Of the 37 trains that leave Zurich HB for Amsterdam Centraal on Thu, May 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct trains cover the 614 km distance in an average of 8 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 49 m .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest trains will take 8 h 53 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.
IC 6040210:01 PM11h43Zurich HB9:44 AMAmsterdam Centraal€601One-way0 transfers
ICE 272 · ICE 920+
20050+
Bus RE19X7:01 PM13h34Zurich HB8:35 AMAmsterdam Centraal€691One-way5 transfers
ICE 272 · ICE 920 · S8 · Bus RE137:01 PM13h46Zurich HB8:47 AMAmsterdam Centraal€691One-way4 transfers
IC 780 · ICE 274 · ICE 512 · 109345:01 PM15h19Zurich HB8:20 AMAmsterdam Centraal€741One-way6 transfers
IC 776 · ICE 276 · ICE 12523:01 PM8h52Zurich HB11:53 PMAmsterdam Centraal€751One-way2 transfers
9210+
93519:01 AM8h49Zurich HB5:50 PMAmsterdam Centraal€4111One-way1 transfer
9206+
93397:01 AM8h49Zurich HB3:50 PMAmsterdam Centraal€4721One-way1 transfer
IC 776 · ICE 276 · ICE 12523:01 PM8h52Zurich HB11:53 PMAmsterdam Centraal€751One-way2 transfers
IC 776+
ICE 276 · ICE 12523:01 PM8h52Zurich HB11:53 PMAmsterdam Centraal€2661One-way2 transfers
IC 772 · ICE 278 · ICE 12541:01 PM8h53Zurich HB9:54 PMAmsterdam Centraal€801One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a train costs an average of €110.
Distance: 614 km
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€283 Average price | €196 Average price | €74 Average price Cheapest |
10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 29m Average total duration 12h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal trains for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60402 | On time 9:59 PM Zurich HB | 11h29 | 9:28 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 60402 | On time 9:59 PM Zurich HB | 11h29 | 9:28 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 14 | |||||
IR 2292+ ICE 76 · ICE 158 | On time 1:08 AM Zurich HB | 12h50 | 1:58 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
IR 2292 · ICE 376 · ICE 158 | On time 1:08 AM Zurich HB | 12h50 | 1:58 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
IR 2292 · ICE 76 · ICE 204 · 26808 | 1:08 AM Zurich HB | 12h12 | 1:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 6 transfers | |
IR 2292 · ICE 376 · ICE 158 · IC 2742 | 1:08 AM Zurich HB | 12h43 | 1:51 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
IR 2292+ ICE 76 · ICE 158+ IC 2742 | 1:08 AM Zurich HB | 12h43 | 1:51 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
IR 2292+ ICE 76 · ICE 204+ RB27 | 1:08 AM Zurich HB | 12h39 | 1:47 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 5 transfers | |
IR 2304+ ICE 376 · ICE 158+ S N11 | 2:30 AM Zurich HB | 11h28 | 1:58 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
IR 2304+ ICE 376 · ICE 158+ IC 2742 | 2:30 AM Zurich HB | 11h21 | 1:51 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
IC 758 · ICE 202 · 26812 · 18934 | 6:01 AM Zurich HB | 9h19 | 3:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 5 transfers | |
IC 758 · ICE 202 · 10612 · Bus RE13 | 6:01 AM Zurich HB | 9h46 | 3:47 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
IC 758+ ICE 202+ RB27 · Bus RE13 | 6:01 AM Zurich HB | 9h46 | 3:47 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
9206+ 9339 | 7:01 AM Zurich HB | 8h49 | 3:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 · ICE 154 | On time 8:01 AM Zurich HB | 9h57 | 5:58 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 200 · 26816 · 18942 · 32550 | On time 8:01 AM Zurich HB | 9h19 | 5:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 200+ RB27 · Bus RE13+ IC 3558 | On time 8:01 AM Zurich HB | 9h46 | 5:47 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 200 · 10616 · Bus RE13 · IC 3558 | On time 8:01 AM Zurich HB | 9h46 | 5:47 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
9210+ 9351 | 9:01 AM Zurich HB | 8h49 | 5:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 108 · 26820 · 18950 · 32558 | On time 10:01 AM Zurich HB | 9h19 | 7:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 108+ RB27 · Bus RE13+ IC 3566 | On time 10:01 AM Zurich HB | 9h46 | 7:47 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 370 · ICE 152 | On time 11:01 AM Zurich HB | 8h57 | 7:58 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
ICE 370+ IC 2012+ ICE 1254 | On time 11:01 AM Zurich HB | 10h53 | 9:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 370 · ICE 152 | On time 11:01 AM Zurich HB | 8h57 | 7:58 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 770+ ICE 106+ RB27 · Bus RE13 | 12:01 PM Zurich HB | 9h46 | 9:47 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
IC 772+ ICE 278 · ICE 1254 | On time 1:01 PM Zurich HB | 8h53 | 9:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
IC 772 · ICE 278 · ICE 1254 | On time 1:01 PM Zurich HB | 8h53 | 9:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 104 · 26828 · 18966 · 32574 | On time 2:01 PM Zurich HB | 9h19 | 11:20 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
EC 150 · ICE 1252 | 2:32 PM Zurich HB | 9h21 | 11:53 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
IC 776+ ICE 276 · ICE 1252 | 3:01 PM Zurich HB | 8h53 | 11:54 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
IC 776 · ICE 276 · ICE 1252 | 3:01 PM Zurich HB | 8h52 | 11:53 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
IC 776+ ICE 276 · ICE 1252 | 3:01 PM Zurich HB | 8h52 | 11:53 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 102 · 28534 · Bus RE19X · IC 3012 | 4:01 PM Zurich HB | 14h34 | 6:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
IC 780 · ICE 274 · ICE 512 · 10934 | 5:01 PM Zurich HB | 15h19 | 8:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 6 transfers | |
ICE 272 · ICE 920 · S8 · Bus RE13 | On time 7:01 PM Zurich HB | 13h46 | 8:47 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 4 transfers | |
ICE 272 · ICE 920 · Bus RE19X · 30910 | On time 7:01 PM Zurich HB | 13h34 | 8:35 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 5 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal
Trains from Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €110 but you can travel from only €35 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:08, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 614 km distance in 7h 59m.
Distance 614 km |
Average train duration 9h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €110 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 59m |
First train 3:08 AM |
Last train 10:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), SNCF, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), SNCF, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Zurich HB and Amsterdam Centraal from €35. 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.
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
SNCF
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal 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 Amsterdam Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich HB to Amsterdam Centraal
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
- Free WiFi in all station areas.
- Located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00.
- De Broodzaak
- Kyoto Sushi & Grill
- Starbucks
- The Doner Company
- Wagamama
- Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
- Smullers
- Burger King
- Grand Café First Class
- Burgerij
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
- NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- Art’otel Amsterdam
- Located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.




