
1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Pets (under 10kg)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£133
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£137
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
10 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
10 h 35 m
Trains on 17 Sept
3
Distance
705 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pescara station 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 Pescara station to Zurich HB will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £133.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 3 trains from Pescara station to Zurich HB, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 705 km distance in an average of 10 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 25 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pescara station to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a coach costs an average of £93.
Distance: 705 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price | £59 Average Price | £225 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 5m Average total duration 12h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pescara station to Zurich HB:
A train is £34 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pescara station to Zurich HB costing on average £59.
A train is £68 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Pescara station to Zurich HB costing on average £93.
Other travel options to Zurich HB take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 14m.
Coach takes on average 12h 35m.
The journey is about 34m faster (8h 14m by train vs 8h 48m by car) and roughly £200 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£25 vs £225). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Pescara station to Zurich HB trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 23:17 Pescara station | 10h10 | 9:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
![]() | 0:17 Pescara station | 10h10 | 10:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:02 Pescara station | 11h25 | 16:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Pescara station to Zurich HB run on average 41 times per day, taking around 8h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 705 km distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 705 km |
Average train duration 8h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 41 |
Fastest train 7h 25m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 19:10 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pescara station 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.

Most Pescara station to Zurich HB trains use the Pescara to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare Pescara station and Zurich HB train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pescara Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pescara Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carlton, B&B Hotel Pescara, Hotel Ambra Palace.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.