Zurich to Neuchâtel train with SBB

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Neuchâtel

Showing times and prices for 09 Jun

Cheapest price

£36

Average price

£43

Fastest journey

1 h 33 m

Average duration

1 h 34 m

Trains per day

31

Distance

129 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Neuchâtel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Neuchâtel will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.

Fast trains

Of the 31 trains that leave Zurich for Neuchâtel every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 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.

  • SBBS 9 18949 | 18949 · IR 55 1772 | 1772 · IC 51 1624 | 1624
    13:161h51
    Zürich Oerlikon
    15:07Neuchatel
    £361One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBIR 55 1764 | 1764 · IC 51 1616 | 1616 · B 107 | 96068
    9:291h45
    Zurich HB
    11:14Neuchâtel
    £361One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBIR 55 1764 | 1764 · IC 51 1616 | 1616
    9:291h38
    Zurich HB
    11:07Neuchatel
    £361One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 55 1770 | 1770 · IC 51 1622 | 1622
    12:291h38
    Zurich HB
    14:07Neuchatel
    £361One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 55 1770 | 1770 · IC 51 1622 | 1622 · B 107 | 96108
    12:291h45
    Zurich HB
    14:14Neuchâtel
    £361One-way
    2 changes

Live departures

Zurich to Neuchâtel train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Neuchâtel trains for today, Monday 8 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBIC 5 520 | 520 · B 106 | 9703812:04 Zurich HB
1h39
13:43 Neuchâtel1 change
SBBIC 5 520 | 52012:04 Zurich HB
1h33
13:37 Neuchatel0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 718 | 718 · IR 66 3224 | 322412:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h13
14:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBS 9 18945 | 18945 · IR 55 1770 | 1770 · IC 51 1622 | 162212:16 Zürich Oerlikon
1h51
14:07 Neuchatel2 changes
SBBIR 55 1770 | 1770 · IC 51 1622 | 162212:29 Zurich HB
1h38
14:07 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIR 55 1770 | 1770 · IC 51 1622 | 1622 · B 107 | 9610812:29 Zurich HB
1h45
14:14 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBIC 1 718 | 718 · IR 66 3224 | 3224 · B 109 | 9411612:32 Zurich HB
2h06
14:38 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBIC 1 718 | 718 · IR 66 3224 | 322412:32 Zurich HB
1h56
14:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBRE 48 4921 | 4921 · IC 5 522 | 52212:48 Zürich Oerlikon
1h49
14:37 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIC 5 522 | 522 · B 106 | 9704413:04 Zurich HB
1h39
14:43 Neuchâtel1 change
SBBIC 5 522 | 52213:04 Zurich HB
1h33
14:37 Neuchatel0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 720 | 720 · IR 66 3226 | 322613:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h13
15:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBS 9 18949 | 18949 · IR 55 1772 | 1772 · IC 51 1624 | 162413:16 Zürich Oerlikon
1h51
15:07 Neuchatel2 changes
SBBIR 55 1772 | 1772 · IC 51 1624 | 1624 · B 107 | 9612013:29 Zurich HB
1h46
15:15 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBIR 55 1772 | 1772 · IC 51 1624 | 162413:29 Zurich HB
1h38
15:07 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIC 1 720 | 720 · IR 66 3226 | 3226 · B 107 | 9612413:32 Zurich HB
2h03
15:35 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBIC 1 720 | 720 · IR 66 3226 | 322613:32 Zurich HB
1h56
15:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBRE 48 4923 | 4923 · IC 5 524 | 52413:48 Zürich Oerlikon
1h49
15:37 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIC 5 524 | 52414:04 Zurich HB
1h33
15:37 Neuchatel0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 524 | 524 · B 106 | 9705014:04 Zurich HB
1h39
15:43 Neuchâtel1 change
SBBIC 1 722 | 722 · IR 66 3228 | 322814:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h13
16:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBS 9 18953 | 18953 · IR 55 1774 | 1774 · IC 51 1626 | 162614:16 Zürich Oerlikon
1h51
16:07 Neuchatel2 changes
SBBIR 55 1774 | 1774 · IC 51 1626 | 162614:29 Zurich HB
1h38
16:07 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIR 55 1774 | 1774 · IC 51 1626 | 1626 · B 107 | 9613214:29 Zurich HB
1h46
16:15 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBIC 1 722 | 722 · IR 66 3228 | 322814:32 Zurich HB
1h56
16:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIC 1 722 | 722 · IR 66 3228 | 3228 · B 107 | 9613614:32 Zurich HB
2h03
16:35 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBRE 48 4925 | 4925 · IC 5 526 | 52614:48 Zürich Oerlikon
1h49
16:37 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIC 5 526 | 526 · B 106 | 9705615:04 Zurich HB
1h39
16:43 Neuchâtel1 change
SBBIC 5 526 | 52615:04 Zurich HB
1h33
16:37 Neuchatel0 changesdirect
SBBIC 1 724 | 724 · IR 66 3230 | 323015:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h13
17:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBS 9 18957 | 18957 · IR 55 1776 | 1776 · IC 51 1628 | 162815:16 Zürich Oerlikon
1h51
17:07 Neuchatel2 changes
SBBIR 55 1776 | 1776 · IC 51 1628 | 162815:29 Zurich HB
1h38
17:07 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIR 55 1776 | 1776 · IC 51 1628 | 1628 · B 107 | 9614615:29 Zurich HB
1h46
17:15 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBIC 1 724 | 724 · IR 66 3230 | 323015:32 Zurich HB
1h56
17:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIC 1 724 | 724 · IR 66 3230 | 3230 · B 107 | 9615215:32 Zurich HB
2h03
17:35 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBRE 48 4927 | 4927 · IC 5 528 | 52815:48 Zürich Oerlikon
1h49
17:37 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIC 5 528 | 52816:04 Zurich HB
1h33
17:37 Neuchatel0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 528 | 528 · B 109 | 9415416:04 Zurich HB
1h39
17:43 Neuchâtel1 change
SBBIC 1 726 | 726 · IR 66 3234 | 323416:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h13
18:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBS 9 18961 | 18961 · IR 55 1778 | 1778 · IC 51 1630 | 163016:16 Zürich Oerlikon
1h51
18:07 Neuchatel2 changes
SBBRE 48 4929 | 4929 · IC 5 530 | 53016:48 Zürich Oerlikon
1h49
18:37 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIC 1 728 | 728 · IR 66 3236 | 323617:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h13
19:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBS 9 18965 | 18965 · IR 55 1780 | 1780 · IC 51 1632 | 163217:16 Zürich Oerlikon
1h51
19:07 Neuchatel2 changes
Tuesday 9 June
SBBIC 5 512 | 5128:04 Zurich HB
1h33
9:37 Neuchatel0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 512 | 512 · B 106 | 970148:04 Zurich HB
1h39
9:43 Neuchâtel1 change
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · IR 66 3216 | 32168:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h13
10:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBS 9 18929 | 18929 · IR 55 1762 | 1762 · IC 51 1614 | 16148:16 Zürich Oerlikon
1h51
10:07 Neuchatel2 changes
SBBIR 55 1762 | 1762 · IC 51 1614 | 16148:29 Zurich HB
1h38
10:07 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIR 55 1762 | 1762 · IC 51 1614 | 1614 · B 107 | 960568:29 Zurich HB
1h45
10:14 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · IR 66 3216 | 3216 · B 109 | 940668:32 Zurich HB
2h06
10:38 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · IR 66 3216 | 32168:32 Zurich HB
1h56
10:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBRE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 5 514 | 5148:48 Zürich Oerlikon
1h49
10:37 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIC 5 514 | 5149:04 Zurich HB
1h33
10:37 Neuchatel0 changesdirect
SBBIC 5 514 | 514 · B 106 | 970209:04 Zurich HB
1h39
10:43 Neuchâtel1 change
SBBIC 1 712 | 712 · IR 66 3218 | 32189:15 Zürich Oerlikon
2h13
11:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBS 9 18933 | 18933 · IR 55 1764 | 1764 · IC 51 1616 | 16169:16 Zürich Oerlikon
1h51
11:07 Neuchatel2 changes
SBBIR 55 1764 | 1764 · IC 51 1616 | 1616 · B 107 | 960689:29 Zurich HB
1h45
11:14 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBIR 55 1764 | 1764 · IC 51 1616 | 16169:29 Zurich HB
1h38
11:07 Neuchatel1 change
SBBIC 1 716 | 716 · IR 66 3222 | 3222 · B 107 | 9610011:32 Zurich HB
2h03
13:35 Neuchâtel2 changes
SBBIC 1 716 | 716 · IR 66 3222 | 322211:32 Zurich HB
1h56
13:28 Neuchatel1 change
SBBRE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 5 520 | 52011:48 Zürich Oerlikon
1h49
13:37 Neuchatel1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Neuchâtel

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Trains from Zurich to Neuchâtel run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 33m.

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
129 km
Average train duration
3h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Trains per day
23
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 33m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:55
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
28 days
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: SBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Neuchâtel trainsSBB, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Neuchâtel from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
£31
SBB frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

SNCF | TGV Lyria

About
TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service connecting France and Switzerland, a joint venture between SNCF (French National Railway Company) and SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). These trains operate daily, offering up to 17 return journeys between the two countries. Key destinations include Paris, Dijon, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Basel, with seasonal services to Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, and Avignon. TGV Lyria offers three travel classes: Standard, Première, and Première Signature, each with varying levels of comfort and services like Wi-Fi and catering options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 19m
Cheapest Price
£96
SNCF | TGV Lyria frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, at-seat service in First Class, Café-bar for snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional, additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
£71
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Zurich to Neuchâtel train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Neuchâtel 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 Neuchâtel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Zurich to Neuchâtel can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £43.
The train journey from Zurich to Neuchâtel covers a distance of 129 km and takes approximately 1h 33m. Trains run 23 per day.
The train distance from Zurich to Neuchâtel is 129 km.
The first train from Zurich to Neuchâtel leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Zurich to Neuchâtel departs at 23:55.
Trains from Zurich to Neuchâtel run approximately 23 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Zurich to Neuchâtel.
Yes, there is a direct train between Zurich and Neuchâtel. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
To travel from Zurich to Neuchâtel, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Zurich to Neuchâtel.
The train station in Zurich that goes to Neuchâtel is Zurich HB, and it arrives at Neuchatel.
The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Neuchâtel is by train, costing approximately £31.
Booking trains from Zurich to Neuchâtel in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Zurich to Neuchatel offers scenic views of the Swiss countryside, including picturesque landscapes, charming villages, and glimpses of Lake Neuchatel, making it a visually appealing route.
Yes, a day trip from Zurich to Neuchatel is feasible with a travel time of 1h 33m and a distance of 129 km. Trains run 17 times per day.
To fully explore Neuchatel, including its charming old town, beautiful lakefront, and nearby vineyards, 2 to 3 days would be ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Neuchâtel.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Neuchâtel

Zurich
Neuchâtel
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 Neuchâtel.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
26
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Au Premier
  • Brasserie Federal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
  • Hotel St. Gotthard
  • Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
Shower
  • Cost CHF 12
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
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
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
Dining
Dining
  • Negishi Sushi Bar
  • Le Muh
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Courtyard Zurich North
  • Swissotel Zurich
  • Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 72 places, 60 places
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
  • Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transport options for Zürich Oerlikon
  • Tram: Line 10, Line 11
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Markthalle
  • Restaurant LaSalle
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators.
WC
WC
  • CHF 1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Placid Hotel Zurich
  • Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
  • H+ Hotel Zürich
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 240 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Zürich Altstetten
  • S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
  • Tram: Line 4
  • Bus: Several lines available

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