The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to London
Cheapest price
£572
Average price
£586
Fastest journey
7 h 56 m
Average duration
9 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
777 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to London will cost around £586 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £572.
To travel from Zurich to London you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to London
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £69, and a train costs an average of £150.
Distance: 777 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£245 Average Price | £161 Average Price | £136 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 47m Average total duration 21h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.3 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to London trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:34 Zurich | 7h56 | 13:30 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to London
Trains from Zurich to London run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £150 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 777 km distance in 7h 56m.
Distance 777 km |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £150 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 56m |
First train 06:01 |
Last train 17:04 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI from Zurich to London trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Zurich and London from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
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FAQs: Zurich to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and London
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
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