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Museo di Santa Giulia
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Brescia
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Nov
- Cheapest price on 01 Nov
- £66
- Average ticket price on 01 Nov
- £87
- Fastest journey on 01 Nov
- 4 h 18 m
- Average journey duration on 01 Nov
- 4 h 22 m
- Trains on 01 Nov
- 48
- Distance
- 242 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Brescia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Brescia will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Fast trains
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 48 trains from Zurich to Brescia, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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.
EuroCity 29+
Regionale TRENORD 260719:33 5h00 Zurich HB 0:33 Brescia station £66 1 One-way 1 change- EuroCity 27+Regionale TRENORD 2645
18:33 4h58 Zurich HB 23:31 Brescia station £66 1 One-way 1 change - EuroCity 11+
89876:33 8h38 Zurich HB 15:11 Brescia station £69 1 One-way 1 change - EuroCity 11+8981
6:33 5h38 Zurich HB 12:11 Brescia station £69 1 One-way 1 change - EuroCity 11+8983
6:33 6h38 Zurich HB 13:11 Brescia station £69 1 One-way 1 change
- EuroCity 21+
FRECCIAROSSA 974913:33 4h18 Zurich HB 17:51 Brescia station £103 1 One-way 1 change - EuroCity 301
8:33 4h18 Zurich HB 12:51 Brescia station £94 1 One-way 0 changes - EuroCity 19+FRECCIAROSSA 9737
11:33 4h18 Zurich HB 15:51 Brescia station £106 1 One-way 1 change - EuroCity 123+FRECCIAROSSA 9757
15:33 4h18 Zurich HB 19:51 Brescia station £106 1 One-way 1 change - EuroCity 123+8997
15:33 4h38 Zurich HB 20:11 Brescia station £97 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Brescia
Switzerland
Italy
Trains from Zurich to Brescia run on average 42 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 52m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 19:33 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Frequently asked questions about your Zurich to Brescia trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zurich to Brescia.
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich to Brescia can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £53.
The train journey from Zurich to Brescia covers a distance of 242 km and takes approximately 3h 52m. Trains run 42 per day.
The train distance from Zurich to Brescia is 242 km.
The first train from Zurich to Brescia leaves at 5:02.
The last train from Zurich to Brescia departs at 19:33.
Trains from Zurich to Brescia run approximately 42 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Zurich and Brescia. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Trenitalia.
Live departures
Zurich to Brescia train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Brescia trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EuroCity 11+8981 | 6:33 Zurich HB | 5h38 | 12:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 11+8983 | 6:33 Zurich HB | 6h38 | 13:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 11+8987 | 6:33 Zurich HB | 8h38 | 15:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 13+8983 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 5h38 | 13:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 13+8987 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 7h38 | 15:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 13+8981 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 4h38 | 12:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 13+Regionale TRENORD 2623 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 4h58 | 12:31 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 13+Regionale TRENORD 2623 · S31 TRENORD 20940 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 5h16 | 12:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
| EuroCity 301+8987 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 6h38 | 15:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 301+8993 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 9h38 | 18:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 301 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 4h18 | 12:51 Brescia station | 0 changesdirect | |
| EuroCity 301+8983 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 4h38 | 13:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 301+S31 TRENORD 20944 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 5h16 | 13:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 15+8995 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 9h38 | 19:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 15+8993 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 8h38 | 18:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 15+Regionale TRENORD 2627 · S31 TRENORD 20948 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 5h16 | 14:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
| EuroCity 15+8987 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 5h38 | 15:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 15+Regionale TRENORD 2627 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 4h58 | 14:31 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 33+Regionale TRENORD 10929 · S31 TRENORD 20952 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 5h16 | 15:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
| EuroCity 33+Regionale TRENORD 10929 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 4h40 | 15:13 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 19+8993 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 6h38 | 18:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 19+8995 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 7h38 | 19:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 19+Regionale TRENORD 2631 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 4h58 | 16:31 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 19+Regionale TRENORD 2631 · S31 TRENORD 20956 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 5h16 | 16:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
| EuroCity 19+8997 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 8h38 | 20:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 19+FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 4h18 | 15:51 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 151+8993 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 5h38 | 18:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 151+Regionale TRENORD 2633 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 4h58 | 17:31 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 151+8997 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 7h38 | 20:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 151+Regionale TRENORD 2633 · S31 TRENORD 20960 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 5h16 | 17:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
| EuroCity 151+8995 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 6h38 | 19:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 21+FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 4h18 | 17:51 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 21+8995 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 5h38 | 19:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 21+8997 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 6h38 | 20:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 21+Regionale TRENORD 2635 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 4h58 | 18:31 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 21+Regionale TRENORD 2635 · S31 TRENORD 20964 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 5h16 | 18:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
| EuroCity 21+8993 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 4h38 | 18:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 37+Regionale TRENORD 10937 | 14:33 Zurich HB | 4h40 | 19:13 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 37+Regionale TRENORD 10937 · S31 TRENORD 20968 | 14:33 Zurich HB | 5h16 | 19:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
| EuroCity 123+8997 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 4h38 | 20:11 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 123+9944 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 7h03 | 22:36 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 123+Regionale TRENORD 2639 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 4h58 | 20:31 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 123+Regionale TRENORD 2639 · S31 TRENORD 20972 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 5h16 | 20:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
| EuroCity 123+FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 4h18 | 19:51 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 25+Regionale TRENORD 2643 | 17:33 Zurich HB | 4h58 | 22:31 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 25+9944 | 17:33 Zurich HB | 5h03 | 22:36 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 27+Regionale TRENORD 2645 | 18:33 Zurich HB | 4h58 | 23:31 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 29+Regionale TRENORD 2607 | 19:33 Zurich HB | 5h00 | 0:33 Brescia station | 1 change | |
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Trenitalia Duration
3h 52m
Cheapest Trenitalia Price
£7
Trenitalia frequency
42 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Zurich and Brescia
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Zurich to Brescia.
Yes, there is a night train from Zurich to Brescia.
Complete guide to Brescia
Things to do in Brescia
Discover the best of Brescia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brescia trip today.
- Must visit
Parco archeologico di Brixia
Archaeological area with the Capitoline Temple, theatre and Roman ruins. Essential for visitors interested in the city’s ancient past.
- Recommended
Museo delle Armi Luigi Marzoli
Museum inside the castle focused on Italian arms and armour. It is a compact but memorable stop in an impressive historic setting.
- Must visit
Piazza del Foro
Grand square by the Roman forum and major museums. It is one of the city’s most atmospheric places for monuments, walking and photographs.
- Recommended
Piazza della Vittoria
Elegant central square with cafés around the edges and important civic buildings nearby. Useful as a base for exploring the historic centre on foot.
- Recommended
Corso Zanardelli
Historic shopping street lined with arcades and elegant buildings. It is ideal for a city-centre stroll and links several of Brescia’s key squares.
- Gluten-free
Risotto alla bresciana
Rice slowly cooked with beef stock, butter and Grana Padano, often enriched with local sausage. A comforting Brescian staple tied to the region’s rice culture.
- Gluten-free
Manzo all’olio di Rovato
Slow-cooked pork and beef stew, traditionally served with polenta. It is a classic Sunday dish in Brescia and across Lombardy.
Casoncelli bresciani
Small stuffed pasta from the Brescia area, filled with meat, cheese and breadcrumbs, usually served in broth or with butter and sage.
La Sosta
Elegant restaurant in Brescia known for refined seafood and polished service in a smart, contemporary setting.
Trattoria Porteri
Historic-style trattoria serving Brescian classics, pasta and meat dishes in a warm, traditional atmosphere near the centre.
Osteria Al Bianchi
Well-known local spot for grilled meats, hearty Lombard dishes and a lively informal atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for northern Italy: hotels and dining are below Milan, while local buses and metro stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for pizza, panini, or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-40 per person for a three-course meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
Bresciapp!
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.70
- Day pass
- €3.80
To the city centre
Brescia Railway Station -> Piazza della Loggia, Brescia
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Travel time
- 9 min
- Validate your ticket on boarding the bus or before crossing the red line in the metro station. Validation is always compulsory.
- Contactless bank card payment works on buses and at metro stations via Viaggia con un Beep. The on-board Zone 1+2 ticket is a different fare, so use the standard €1.70 urban ticket for city travel.
Plan your visit to Brescia
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Brescia.
The train journey from Zurich to Brescia is indeed scenic, as it traverses through the picturesque Swiss Alps and offers views of beautiful landscapes, charming villages, and serene lakes along the way.
FAQs: Zurich to Brescia train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Brescia 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 Brescia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Zurich to Brescia in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Brescia.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Brescia
Most Zurich to Brescia trains use the Zürich HB to Brescia station pair, with some services arriving at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Brescia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Zurich
Arrival train stations in Brescia
Which Zurich station do trains to Brescia leave from?
Trains from Zurich to Brescia leave from Zürich HB. The station is 2 km from Zurich city centre at Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland.
Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11
City-centre transport
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS, 9 · 3m · £3 · every ~3 min
S11, Sn11, S12, S15, S16, Sn1, Sn, S20, S23, S3, S5, Sn5, S6, Sn6, S7, Sn7, S9, Sn9, S · 3m · £1 · every ~43 min
Bus31, 33 · 5m · £2 · every ~16 min
N4, N5, N91 · 5m · £2
Tram11, 15, 4 · 8m · £2 · every ~19 min
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Which Brescia station do trains from Zurich arrive at?
Trains from Zurich to Brescia most often arrive at Brescia. Some services arrive at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Brescia arrival station.
BresciaPiazzale della Stazione, 25122 Brescia BS, Italy+39 030 351 4911
City-centre transport
Getting to Brescia from Brescia city centre
Brescia is 1 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
MetroLine M1
BusSeveral lines available
Brescia train station facilities and services
Brescia 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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante La Vineria, Osteria Al Bianchi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brescia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brescia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brescia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brescia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brescia: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Igea, Hotel Cristallo Brescia, DoubleTree by Hilton Brescia.
Brescia Borgo San Giovanni25126 Brescia, Province of Brescia, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Brescia Borgo San Giovanni from Brescia city centre
Brescia Borgo San Giovanni is 3 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainR3, S31 · 3m · £2 · every ~2 min
Brescia Borgo San Giovanni train station facilities and services
Brescia Borgo San Giovanni has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni: Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
Sale Marasino25057 Sale Marasino, Province of Brescia, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Sale Marasino from Brescia city centre
Sale Marasino is 22 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainR3, Re3 · 35m · £4 · every ~2 min
BusF27 · 52m · £3
Sale Marasino train station facilities and services
Sale Marasino has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sale Marasino.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sale Marasino.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sale Marasino: WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sale Marasino.
Train stations for Zurich to Brescia
Check train stations information for Zurich and Brescia, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Zurich that goes to Brescia is Zürich HB, and it arrives at Brescia.
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