The cheapest and fastest trains from Gothenburg to Zurich
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
19 h 11 m
Average duration
20 h 46 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
1172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gothenburg to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gothenburg to Zurich will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
To travel from Gothenburg to Zurich you need to make at least 3 changes.
R 1087 · ECE 399 · IC 60471 · IC 56311:5521h31Gothenburg Centralstation9:26Zurich HB£1001One-way3 changes
R 1039 · ECE 1179 · S7 · ECE 95:5519h11Gothenburg Centralstation1:06Zurich HB£1011One-way5 changes
R 1039 · ECE 1179 · S7 · ECE 95:5519h29Gothenburg Centralstation1:24Zurich HB£1011One-way4 changes
R 1103 · ICL 50071 · IC 5767 · 1119113:5524h05Gothenburg Centralstation14:00Zurich HB£1101One-way6 changes
R 1071 · ECE 397 · ICE 79 · IC 604039:5521h31Gothenburg Centralstation7:26Zurich HB£1181One-way4 changes
R 1039 · ECE 1179 · S7 · ECE 95:5519h11Gothenburg Centralstation1:06Zurich HB£1011One-way5 changes
R 1039 · ECE 1179 · S7 · ECE 95:5519h29Gothenburg Centralstation1:24Zurich HB£1011One-way4 changes
R 1071 · ECE 397 · ICE 79 · IC 604039:5521h31Gothenburg Centralstation7:26Zurich HB£1181One-way4 changes
R 1087 · ECE 399 · IC 60471 · IC 56311:5521h31Gothenburg Centralstation9:26Zurich HB£1001One-way3 changes
R 1071 · ECE 397 · ICE 79 · IC 604039:5522h10Gothenburg Centralstation8:05Zurich HB£1181One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Gothenburg to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £72, and a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 1172 km
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Live departures
Gothenburg to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Gothenburg to Zurich trains for today, Tuesday 9 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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R 1047 · ECE 395 · ICE 77 · IR 2055 | 6:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 22h54 | 5:49 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
R 1071 · ECE 397 · ICE 79 · IC 60403 | 9:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 21h31 | 7:26 Zurich HB | 4 changes | |
R 1071 · ECE 397 · ICE 79 · IC 60403 | On time 9:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 22h10 | 8:05 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
R 1087 · ECE 399 · IC 60471 · IC 563 | 11:55 Gothenburg Centralstation | 21h31 | 9:26 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gothenburg to Zurich
Trains from Gothenburg to Zurich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 18h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £72 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 1172 km distance in 19h 29m.
Distance 1172 km |
Average train duration 18h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 19h 29m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Gothenburg to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Gothenburg and Zurich from £72. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Gothenburg to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg and Zurich
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- There are storage lockers at the station that are locked digitally and opened with a code.
- Burger King
- Espresso House
- Frankfurter Cabanossy & Grill
- Franks gatukök
- Fruit & Berry
- Happy M Kitchen
- Le Croissant
- Lilla London
- Metropolitan
- Mr. Shou
- & many more
- All entrances to the station are accessible. Barrier-free toilets and handicapped parking spaces are available for a fee. Personalized special assistance can be requested.
- Hotel Royal
- Hotel Pigalle
- ProfilHotels | Opera
- Mon - Fri: 10:15 - 18:30
- Opposite the taxi station.
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 13
- Bus lines: 60327, 61327, Flygbussarna
- Train lines: 029, FLX, MTRX, SJ Regionaltåg, SJ SJ3000, SJ X2000, Tågab, Västtågen, Öresundståg
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
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