The cheapest and fastest trains from Forbach to Zurich
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Forbach to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Forbach to Zurich will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 1 trains that leave Forbach 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 147 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Forbach to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Forbach to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, and a coach costs an average of £43.
Distance: 147 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£39 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price |
4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Forbach to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Forbach to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Monday 22 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:17 Forbach | 4h06 | 11:23 Zurich | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Forbach to Zurich
Trains from Forbach to Zurich run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 09:59. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 4h 6m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 09:59 |
FAQs: Forbach to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Forbach 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Forbach and Zurich
- 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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