The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.
Of the 5 trains that leave Paris Gare du Nord for Zurich HB every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 488 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 4 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 train, coach and flight for Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 488 km
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5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 54m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB trains for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9219 | On time 15:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h04 | 19:26 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
9223 | 17:21 Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h05 | 21:26 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 3 March | |||||
![]() | 08:42 Paris Gare du Nord | 4h44 | 13:26 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF | TGV Lyria?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | TGV Lyria, but also compare tickets for the likes of TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER or Deutsche Bahn to find the best option for your trip from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB
Trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:22, the last at 17:23. The fastest train covers the 488 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 488 km |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 08:22 |
Last train 17:23 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER, Deutsche Bahn, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, SNCF TER, Deutsche Bahn, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris Gare du Nord and Zurich HB from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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TGV INOUI
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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.
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB 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 HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Paris Gare du Nord and Zurich HB
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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


