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Most visitors to Switzerland initially arrive in its capital Zurich, as the train station and airport are the busiest hubs for the country. Situated on Lake Zurich and surrounded by the towering Alps, the picturesque city is renowned for its bankers, often called the 'Gnomes of Zurich', and the high quality of life the career offers. Zurich is the wealthiest city in Europe and provides headquarters for many international companies. This beautiful city has a history of settlements stretching back more than 6,000 years and visitors will discover heaps of amazing things to see and do. Zurich HB is the main railway station for the city, but there are several minor stations including Zurich Binz, Zurich Enge, and Zurich Rehalp.
Which is the main train station in Zurich?
Zurich HB is the main railway station in the city. Regular services operate throughout Switzerland and connect to countries such as Austria, Germany, and Italy. The station is on three levels and is situated at the north end of Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich's principal shopping street.
Popular trains to and from Zurich
Popular trains to Zurich
Basel to Zurich train
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- Deutsche Bahn
- SBB
Milan to Zurich train
- SBB
- Trenitalia
Geneva to Zurich train
- SBB
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- TGV INOUI
Vienna to Zurich train
- ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
- ÖBB
- Deutsche Bahn
- EuroNight
- ÖBB | InterCity
- ÖBB Nightjet
- ÖBB | Railjet
Paris to Zurich train
- Deutsche Bahn
- TGV INOUI
- SBB
- SNCF TER
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- TGV
Popular trains from Zurich
Zurich to Geneva train
- TGV INOUI
- SBB
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
Zurich to Interlaken train
- Rhatische Bahn
- SBB
Zurich to Milan train
- SBB
- Trenitalia
Zurich to Paris train
- TGV
- TGV INOUI
- Deutsche Bahn
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- SBB
- SNCF TER
Zurich to Zermatt train
- Trenitalia
- SBB
Which train companies offer trains to Zurich?
With 26 train lines into Zurich railway station, a variety of train companies arrive throughout the day and night. These include EuroCity, which operates top quality international train services to Zurich, from destinations such as Milan, Hamburg, and Munich, and TGV operating trains from Paris to Zurich.
Why travel by train to Zurich?
With its city centre location, travelling direct to Zurich HB train station is a convenient option for many passengers. High speed trains cut journey times considerably, for example travelling over 406 miles from Paris to Zurich only takes around 4 hours.
Before you travel to Zurich by train - good to know!
Swiss precision and accuracy makes travelling by train to Zurich a real joy, passengers often wait just a few minutes for connections and the timetable runs like clockwork. Good public transport links from the railway station also make onward local travel an easy matter. There are several trolleybus and tram stops right outside Zurich HB railway station. Insider highlights to Zurich that are well worth exploring include the trendy Zurich West neighbourhood, which is home to countless art galleries, fashion boutiques, excellent restaurants, and hotels. Tourists should also take a scenic steamer ride on Lake Zurich, this attraction is often ignored by modern travellers but offers spectacular views of the city and surrounding Alps.
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF TER, SBB to Zurich trainsTravel to Zurich on SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, TGV, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF TER, SBB trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
TGV INOUI
TGV
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.
SNCF TER
SBB
station information and facilities
Train stations in 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the main airport entrance.
- Restaurant Upperdeck
- Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 2
- Hyatt Regency Zurich Airport The Circle
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Zurich Airport
- Mövenpick Hotel Zurich Airport
- Cost CHF 15
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 870 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Zurich city center and other destinations
- Hall 2: check-in and baggage claim area
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Train: S-Bahn lines S2, S16
- Tram: Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available nearby with several parking options
- Brisket Southern BBQ & Bar
- Les Halles
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- 25hours Hotel Zürich West
- Sheraton Zürich Hotel
- Novotel Zurich City West
- 800 places, covered
- Located on the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Tram: Line 4, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available nearby with limited spaces.
- Restaurant Enge
- Ristorante Frascati
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Ascot
- Engimatt City & Garden Hotel
- B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa
- Located in the main hall
- 80 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for S-Bahn trains
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 7, Line 13
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Marktküche
- Restaurant Volkshaus
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Ascot
- Hotel Glockenhof
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Located in the main hall
- 104 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Tram: Line 9, Line 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S8, S21
- Parking is available near the station, typically used by commuters.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- MEININGER Hotel Zürich Greencity
- Hotel Uto Kulm
- 56 places, covered
- Free
- The station is a small suburban station with basic facilities, primarily serving the Sihltal line.
- S-Bahn: S4
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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