The cheapest and fastest trains from Palermo to Zurich
Cheapest price
£157
Average price
£206
Fastest journey
21 h 17 m
Average duration
23 h 38 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palermo to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Zurich will cost around £206 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £157.
To travel from Palermo to Zurich you need to make at least one change.
InterCityNotte 1964+
EuroCity 150
InterCityNotte 1964+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9504+
EuroCity 14
InterCityNotte 1958+
Intercity 590+
EuroCity 28
InterCityNotte 1954+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9612+
EuroCity 16
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9626+
EuroCity 20
InterCityNotte 1958+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9626+
EuroCity 20
InterCityNotte 1954+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9612+
EuroCity 16
InterCityNotte 1964+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9504+
EuroCity 14
InterCityNotte 1964+
EuroCity 150
InterCityNotte 1958+
Intercity 590+
EuroCity 28Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Palermo to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £64. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £64, and a train costs an average of £106.
Distance: 1101 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£197 Average Price | £148 Average Price | £148 Average Price Cheapest |
24h 3m Average total duration 23h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 50m Average total duration 35h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Palermo to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Zurich trains for today, Wednesday 24 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1958+ Intercity 590+ EuroCity 28 | 19:25 Palermo Centrale | 27h02 | 22:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 1958+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514+ EuroCity 20 | 19:25 Palermo Centrale | 22h02 | 17:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 25 December | |||||
InterCityNotte 1964+ EuroCity 150 | 11:58 Palermo Centrale | 25h29 | 13:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1964+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9504+ EuroCity 14 | On time 11:58 Palermo Centrale | 23h29 | 11:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 1954+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9612+ EuroCity 16 | On time 17:48 Palermo Centrale | 21h39 | 15:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Palermo to Zurich by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Palermo to Zurich
Trains from Palermo to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 23h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £106 but you can travel from only £64 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 1101 km distance in 19h 17m.
Distance 1101 km |
Average train duration 23h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £106 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 19h 17m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 21:10 |
Train companies: Intercity Notte from Palermo to Zurich trainsIntercity Notte trains will get you between Palermo and Zurich from £64. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Palermo to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo 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 Palermo 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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