The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Zurich
Cheapest price
$145
Average price
$162
Fastest journey
6 h 9 m
Average duration
6 h 38 m
Trains per day
11
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Zurich will cost around $162 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $145.
Of the 11 trains that leave Venice for Zurich every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 360 km distance in an average of 6 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 17 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 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+
EuroCity 150
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+
EuroCity 18
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 20
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+
EuroCity 30
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+
EuroCity 16
EuroCity 32
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+
EuroCity 150
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+
EuroCity 20
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+
EuroCity 18
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 20Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Venice to Zurich
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 coach with prices starting from $35. 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 coach costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $80.
Distance: 360 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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$143 Average Price | $313 Average Price | $81 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 35m Average total duration 13h 5m 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
Venice to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Zurich trains for today, Wednesday, 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 5:34 am Venice Santa Lucia | 7h53 | 1:27 pm Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ EuroCity 16 | 7:48 am Venice Santa Lucia | 7h39 | 3:27 pm Zurich HB | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 16 | 8:10 am Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 3:27 pm Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 18 | 9:10 am Venice Santa Lucia | 8h17 | 5:27 pm Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3971+ EuroCity 30 | 9:40 am Venice Santa Lucia | 8h47 | 6:27 pm Zurich HB | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ EuroCity 18 | 10:48 am Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 5:27 pm Zurich HB | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ EuroCity 30 | 11:10 am Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 6:27 pm Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 20 | 12:10 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 7:27 pm Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ EuroCity 20 | 12:48 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 7:27 pm Zurich HB | 1 change | |
EuroCity 32 | 2:18 pm Venice Santa Lucia | 6h09 | 8:27 pm Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 but you can travel from only $35 by coach.
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 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 |
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 $35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Venice to Zurich train
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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Venice Santa Lucia, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Zurich HB, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Venice and Zurich
- 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
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Viale della Stazione.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera
- Hotel Lugano Torretta
- Hotel Mondial
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Venice and Mestre
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Train: Regional trains to Venice and Mestre
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Alverì
- Hotel Garibaldi
- Hotel Kappa
- Free
- The station is a small regional stop with basic facilities and two platforms.
- Bus: Line 2
- Tram: Line T1
- 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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