The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Belfort
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Belfort is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Belfort will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich for Belfort every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 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 train and coach for Zurich to Belfort
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Belfort among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 130 km
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£51 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Belfort train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Belfort trains for today, Friday 26 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 716 | 716 · IR 56 1867 | 1867 · R 2 5972 | 5972 · R 11 5824 | 5824 | 10:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h59 | 13:14 Boncourt station | 3 changes | |
IR 36 2068 | 2068 · IC 51 1622 | 1622 · R 2 5972 | 5972 · R 11 5824 | 5824 | 10:15 Zurich Altstetten | 2h59 | 13:14 Boncourt station | 3 changes | |
S 5 18541 | 18541 · TGV 9218 | 9218 · IC 51 1622 | 1622 · R 2 5972 | 5972 | 10:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h58 | 13:14 Boncourt station | 4 changes | |
S 9 18941 | 18941 · TGV 9218 | 9218 · IC 51 1622 | 1622 · R 2 5972 | 5972 | 10:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h58 | 13:14 Boncourt station | 4 changes | |
| Saturday 27 December | |||||
![]() | 06:59 Zurich | 3h00 | 09:59 Belfort | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:34 Zurich | 2h25 | 09:59 Belfort | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Belfort
Trains from Zurich to Belfort run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 20:16 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Belfort trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Belfort from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zurich to Belfort train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Belfort 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 Belfort, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Belfort
- 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 - 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 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 in the vicinity of the station.
- Restaurant Tokyo
- Kanzaki
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Best Western Plus Hotel Belfort Centre Gare
- Hotel Kyriad Belfort Centre
- Grand Hotel Du Tonneau D'Or
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and TER trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4
- Tram: Line T1
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