The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Maastricht
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€96
Fastest journey
7 h 34 m
Average duration
8 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
440 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Maastricht is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Maastricht will cost around €96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich for Maastricht on Wed, Nov 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 440 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 34 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 9 h 11 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Zurich to Maastricht
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Maastricht among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €53.
Distance: 440 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€129 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest |
8h 1m Average total duration Fastest 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 9m Average total duration 17h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Maastricht train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:37 AM Zurich | 7h34 | 12:11 PM Maastricht | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:59 AM Zurich | 8h11 | 1:10 PM Maastricht | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:59 AM Zurich | 7h42 | 1:41 PM Maastricht | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:59 AM Zurich | 8h11 | 3:10 PM Maastricht | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:59 AM Zurich | 9h11 | 5:10 PM Maastricht | 0 transfersDirect |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Zurich to Maastricht by bus or train
Nov 05
Nov 06
Nov 07
Nov 08
Nov 09
Nov 10
Nov 11
Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Maastricht
Distance 440 km |
Average train duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €53 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 7h 11m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SBB from Zurich to Maastricht trainsDeutsche Bahn, SBB trains will get you between Zurich and Maastricht from €37. 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.
SBB
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Maastricht

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Maastricht
- 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
- Parking available nearby with several parking options
- Brisket Southern BBQ & Bar
- Les Halles
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- 25hours Hotel Zürich West
- Sheraton Zürich Hotel
- Novotel Zurich City West
- 800 places, covered
- Located on the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Tram: Line 4, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 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
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the Stationsstraat.
- Restaurant Witloof
- Grand Café Maastricht Soiron
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Crowne Plaza Maastricht
- Hotel Beaumont
- Kaboom Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 3,000 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Belgium and Germany
- Hall 2: ticket office and information desk
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and regional connections
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station and at the MECC Maastricht.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Maastricht
- Hotel Randwyck
- Apart Hotel Randwyck
- 110 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to Maastricht and Heerlen
Most popular train connections from Zurich
More options for your journey from Zurich to Maastricht
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
