The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Venice
Cheapest price
€118
Average price
€135
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 10 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Venice will cost around €135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €118.
Of the 16 trains that leave Zurich for Venice on Wed, May 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 360 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Wed, May 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.
EuroCity 23+
Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 35213:33 PM8h17Zurich HB11:50 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1181One-way2 transfers
EuroCity 19+
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 350711:33 AM7h17Zurich HB6:50 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1181One-way2 transfers
EuroCity 21+
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 35231:33 PM7h17Zurich HB8:50 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1181One-way2 transfers
EuroCity 33+
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 350510:33 AM7h17Zurich HB5:50 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1181One-way2 transfers
EuroCity 37+
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 172472:33 PM8h23Zurich HB10:56 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1181One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9749+
EuroCity 211:33 PM5h55Zurich HB7:28 PMVenice Mestre€1541One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9737+
EuroCity 1911:33 AM5h57Zurich HB5:30 PMVenice Mestre€1481One-way1 transfer
318:33 AM6h09Zurich HB2:42 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1341One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 318:33 AM6h09Zurich HB2:42 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1341One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+
EuroCity 137:33 AM6h39Zurich HB2:12 PMVenice Santa Lucia€1481One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Venice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Venice 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 29m. 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 €74.
Distance: 360 km
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€123 Average price | €264 Average price | €68 Average price Cheapest |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 58m Average total duration 10h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zurich to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Venice trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 · FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 6:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h01 | 1:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h39 | 2:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 31 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h09 | 2:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
31 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h09 | 2:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 9731 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h39 | 4:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h17 | 4:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 33+ Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h17 | 5:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 5h57 | 5:30 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h17 | 6:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h39 | 7:12 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 151+ Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h17 | 7:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 5h55 | 7:28 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 21+ Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h17 | 8:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 37+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h47 | 11:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 37+ Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 17247 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h23 | 10:56 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 23+ Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 3521 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h17 | 11:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Zurich to Venice
Trains from Zurich to Venice run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €77 but you can travel from only €29 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 360 km distance in 7h 17m.
Distance 360 km |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €77 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 17m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, ÖBB | Railjet, Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Venice trainsTrenitalia, ÖBB | Railjet, Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Venice from €29. 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 Zurich to Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Venice
- 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: 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
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