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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bucharest to Zurich
Cheapest price
£191
Average price
£191
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 51 m
Average duration
1 d 11 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1394 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bucharest to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Zurich will cost around £191 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £191.
To travel from Bucharest to Zurich you need to make at least one change.
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5:2935h51Bucharest17:20Zurich£1911One-way1 change
- 5:2935h51Bucharest17:20Zurich£1911One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bucharest to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, and a train costs an average of £191.
Distance: 1394 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£191 Average Price | £134 Average Price | £94 Average Price Cheapest |
36h 21m Average total duration 35h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 14m Average total duration 33h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.2 - 8.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bucharest to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:29 Bucharest | 35h51 | 17:20 Zurich | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bucharest to Zurich
Romania
Switzerland
Trains from Bucharest to Zurich run on average 1 times per day, taking around 35h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £191 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 05:29. The fastest train covers the 1394 km distance in 35h 51m.
Distance 1394 km |
Average train duration 35h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £191 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 35h 51m |
First train 5:29 |
Last train 5:29 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Romanian Railways (CFR) from Bucharest to Zurich trainsRomanian Railways (CFR) trains will get you between Bucharest and Zurich from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Romanian Railways (CFR)
FAQs: Bucharest to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest 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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