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Antwerp’s leading fine arts museum presents Flemish masters, modern art and a landmark restored building.
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£231
Fastest journey
7 h 53 m
Average duration
8 h 13 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
523 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Antwerp will cost around £231 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
To travel from Zurich to Antwerp you need to make at least one change.
ICE 104 · ICE 10 · IC 4520
ICE 200 · ICE 314 · IC 4514
9226+
9393+
1972
9206+
9381
ICE 108 · ICE 14 · IC 4516
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9381
ICE 200 · ICE 314 · IC 4514
ICE 108 · ICE 14 · IC 4516
ICE 104 · ICE 10 · IC 4520
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9475Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £66.
Distance: 523 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£179 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £141 Average Price |
7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 22m Average total duration 12h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Antwerp trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9206+ 9381 | 6:59 Zurich HB | 14h28 | 21:27 Antwerp-Central | 1 change | |
9206+ 9475 | 6:59 Zurich HB | 13h28 | 20:27 Antwerp-Central | 1 change | |
9206+ 9375 | 6:59 Zurich HB | 13h28 | 20:27 Antwerp-Central | 1 change | |
9206+ 9351 | 6:59 Zurich HB | 9h28 | 16:27 Antwerp-Central | 1 change | |
ICE 200 · ICE 314 · IC 4514 | On time 7:59 Zurich HB | 8h07 | 16:06 Antwerp-Central | 2 changes | |
IC 794 · ICE 372 · IC 2545 · ICE 14 | 8:59 Zurich HB | 9h07 | 18:06 Antwerp-Central | 4 changes | |
ICE 108 · ICE 14 · IC 4516 | On time 9:59 Zurich HB | 8h07 | 18:06 Antwerp-Central | 2 changes | |
9218+ 9475 | 11:34 Zurich HB | 8h53 | 20:27 Antwerp-Central | 1 change | |
9218+ 9381 | 11:34 Zurich HB | 9h53 | 21:27 Antwerp-Central | 1 change | |
9218+ 9375 | 11:34 Zurich HB | 8h53 | 20:27 Antwerp-Central | 1 change | |
9222+ 9381 | 13:34 Zurich HB | 7h53 | 21:27 Antwerp-Central | 1 change | |
9222+ 9393+ 1972 | 13:34 Zurich HB | 11h22 | 0:56 Antwerp-Central | 2 changes | |
9222+ 9387+ 4521 | 13:34 Zurich HB | 9h32 | 23:06 Antwerp-Central | 2 changes | |
ICE 104 · ICE 10 · IC 4520 | On time 13:59 Zurich HB | 8h07 | 22:06 Antwerp-Central | 2 changes | |
9226+ 9393+ 1972 | 15:34 Zurich HB | 9h22 | 0:56 Antwerp-Central | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Zurich to Antwerp run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 523 km distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 523 km |
Average train duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 53m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:33 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Antwerp — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Antwerp trip today.
Antwerp’s leading fine arts museum presents Flemish masters, modern art and a landmark restored building.
Rubens’s former home and studio explores the painter’s life, art and network in a historic city residence.
A museum on Antwerp’s port, trade and global links, with varied exhibitions and a rooftop view over the city.
A grand 19th-century station admired for its vast hall, ironwork and stone detailing; a key arrival point and sight.
A broad riverside route and renewed quays area, ideal for walking, skyline views and watching life on the Scheldt.
A narrow historic lane lined with small almshouses and a chapel, offering a quiet glimpse of old Antwerp.
A flaky Antwerp biscuit or pastry scented with butter and almonds, often shaped by hand. It is a long-standing local speciality strongly tied to the city’s baking tradition.
A deep amber abbey-style beer from Antwerp, brewed since the early 20th century. It is one of the city’s signature drinks and a staple in local cafés.
A rich beef and onion stew slowly cooked with dark Belgian beer and bread. It is a classic Flemish comfort dish commonly eaten across Antwerp.
Elegant dining room focused on refined Belgian cooking and seafood, with a polished but welcoming atmosphere close to the Scheldt.
Traditional Belgian brasserie serving mussels, meat stews and seasonal classics in an old-world dining room popular in the historic centre.
Historic café and restaurant known for De Koninck beer, classic Flemish dishes and a lively traditional Antwerp atmosphere near the cathedral.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller cities, but public transport and casual meals stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Antwerpen-Centraal -> Grote Markt, Antwerp
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Antwerp 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Antwerp trains use the Zürich HB to Antwerpen Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Antwerpen-Berchem. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Antwerp train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Zürich Stadelhofen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord.
Antwerpen Centraal is 1 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café - Brasserie Royal, Einstein Koffie, Leonidas, Starbucks, Yam Yam, Panos, Sweetz To Go, Frituur Centraal, lunch & pasta coffee, Döner Company, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station after logging in to the Free Wifi-NmbsSncb network. ATMs are located inside the atrium and retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 22:00. Information desks are located in the main station hall on the ground floor (entrance/exit Koningin Astridplein).
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the top of the escalators in the retail area. .
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen Centraal: 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.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Antwerp Central Station, A-Stay Antwerpen, Hotel NH Collection Antwerp Centre.
Antwerpen-Berchem is 2 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Berchem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Wagamama, Brasserie Dikke Mee
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Antwerpen-Berchem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Berchem: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Hotel Antwerp Berchem, Tulip Inn Antwerpen, Ibis Budget Antwerpen Centraal Station.
Antwerpen-Noorderdokken is 4 km from Antwerp city centre. Public transport options include:
Antwerpen-Noorderdokken has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Antwerpen-Noorderdokken.
ATMs are available at Antwerpen-Noorderdokken.
Available at Antwerpen-Noorderdokken: Parking, WC.
Available at Antwerpen-Noorderdokken: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antwerpen-Noorderdokken.
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