The cheapest and fastest trains from Alicante to Zurich
Cheapest price
£223
Average price
£223
Fastest journey
1 d 5 h 21 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alicante to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Zurich will cost around £223 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £223.
To travel from Alicante to Zurich you need to make at least 3 changes.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Alicante to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £75, and a train costs an average of £224.
Distance: 1242 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£224 Average Price | £168 Average Price | £155 Average Price Cheapest |
30h 3m Average total duration 29h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 50m Average total duration 27h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.7 - 7.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Alicante to Zurich by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alicante to Zurich
Trains from Alicante to Zurich run on average 1 times per day, taking around 29h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £224 but you can travel from only £42 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 12:28. The fastest train covers the 1242 km distance in 29h 21m.
Distance 1242 km |
Average train duration 29h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £224 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 29h 21m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 12:28 |
Train companies: Renfe Viajeros from Alicante to Zurich trainsRenfe Viajeros trains will get you between Alicante and Zurich from £42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Renfe Viajeros
FAQs: Alicante to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante 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.

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