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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
8 h 21 m
Average duration
8 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich HB for Antwerp-Central 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 521 km distance in an average of 8 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 21 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 Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £207.
Distance: 521 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£228 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £333 Average Price |
8h 14m Average total duration Fastest 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 16m Average total duration 10h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 53m Average total duration 21h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 14:34 Zurich HB | 20h25 | 10:59 Antwerp-Central | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 7 December | |||||
| 03:59 Zurich HB | 8h21 | 12:20 Antwerp-Central | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central
Switzerland
Belgium
Trains from Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £160 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:34, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 521 km distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 521 km |
Average train duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £160 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 53m |
First train 07:34 |
Last train 18:34 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia EuroCity, TGV INOUI from Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trenitalia EuroCity, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Zurich HB and Antwerp-Central from £20. 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.
TGV INOUI
Trenitalia EuroCity
FAQs: Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Antwerp-Central 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 Antwerp-Central, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich HB and Antwerp-Central
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
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network.
- Luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area.
- Café - Brasserie Royal
- Einstein Koffie
- Leonidas
- Starbucks
- Yam Yam
- Panos
- Sweetz To Go
- Frituur Centraal
- lunch & pasta coffee
- Döner Company
- & many more
- Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
- Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station
- A-Stay Antwerpen
- Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre
- Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00
- Located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
- Tram lines: 11
- Bus lines: 17, 20, 21, 23, 32, 68, 410, 415, 416, 417, 418, 427, 429
- Train lines: Thalys, Intercity Direct 9200, IC, RER S1, L (22, 23, 24, 30)
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