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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Zurich
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£510
Fastest journey
12 h 56 m
Average duration
15 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Edinburgh to Zurich you need to make at least 4 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh 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 2h 49m. 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 £446.
Distance: 1249 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£511 Average Price | £144 Average Price | £140 Average Price Cheapest |
18h 21m Average total duration 17h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 33h 12m Average total duration 32h 42m 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.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Zurich trains for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:30 Edinburgh | 12h56 | 20:26 Zurich | 4 changes | |
| 09:30 Edinburgh | 12h56 | 22:26 Zurich | 4 changes | |
| 15:30 Edinburgh | 19h56 | 11:26 Zurich | 4 changes | |
| 19:58 Edinburgh | 18h28 | 14:26 Zurich | 4 changes | |
| Thursday 11 December | |||||
| 05:40 Edinburgh | 13h20 | 19:00 Zurich | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Zurich
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Switzerland
Trains from Edinburgh to Zurich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £446 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 1249 km distance in 12h 56m.
Distance 1249 km |
Average train duration 17h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £446 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 56m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 19:58 |
Train companies: LNER, Lumo from Edinburgh to Zurich trainsLNER, Lumo trains will get you between Edinburgh and Zurich from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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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