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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Alessandria
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
5 h 46 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
273 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Alessandria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Alessandria will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich for Alessandria 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 273 km distance in an average of 5 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 46 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.
07:335h46
Zurich13:19Alessandria
£911One-way
0 changes
07:335h46
Zurich13:19Alessandria
£911One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Zurich to Alessandria
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Alessandria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £68. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £68, and a flight costs an average of £96.
Distance: 273 km
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5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 55m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Zurich to Alessandria train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:36
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 12:33 Zurich | 7h23 | 19:56 Alessandria | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Alessandria
Switzerland
Italy
Trains from Zurich to Alessandria run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 273 km |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 18:25 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Alessandria trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Alessandria from £68. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
About
Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains ncludes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 16m
Cheapest Price
£42
Trenitalia frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, and spaces between seat backs
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on high-speed trains, trolley service with snacks and beverages, vending machines on some trains
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation, costs extra except on high-speed trains where it's mandatory and included
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 23m
Cheapest Price
£137
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Zurich to Alessandria train
FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich to Alessandria easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Alessandria.
To get from Zurich to Alessandria, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
Booking trains from Zurich to Alessandria in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Zurich to Alessandria is 273 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich to Alessandria can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £68, while the average price tends to be around £80.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Alessandria is by train, costing approximately £68.
The train journey from Zurich to Alessandria covers a distance of 273 km and takes approximately 5h 16m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train station in Zurich that goes to Alessandria is Zurich HB, and it arrives at Alessandria station.
The first train from Zurich to Alessandria leaves at 4:00.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Zurich to Alessandria.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Alessandria.
The last train from Zurich to Alessandria departs at 18:25.
Trains from Zurich to Alessandria run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Zurich to Alessandria.
There is no night train service from Zurich to Alessandria.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Alessandria
Zurich
Alessandria
The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Alessandria.
Amenities at train station
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 Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
26Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
- Cost CHF 12
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- 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
Public transport options for Zürich HB
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in Alessandria is Alessandria. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alessandria for your journey to Alessandria from Zurich.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park via Via Cavour.
Dining
- Ristorante Il Grappolo
- Trattoria Cappelverde
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Alli Due Buoi Rossi
- Hotel Lux
- Hotel Europa
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
Public transport options for Alessandria
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
Most popular train connections from Zurich
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