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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Parma
Cheapest price
£97
Average price
£99
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Parma will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.
Of the 9 trains that leave Zurich for Parma every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 20 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 27+
Regionale Veloce 3045 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 248518:334h59Zurich HB23:32Parma station£971One-way2 changes- EuroCity 21+Regionale Veloce TTPER 247513:335h25Zurich HB18:58Parma station£971One-way1 change
- EuroCity 23+Regionale Veloce TTPER 247915:335h25Zurich HB20:58Parma station£971One-way1 change
- EuroCity 15310:335h22Zurich HB15:55Parma station£971One-way0 changes
- EuroCity 15+Regionale Veloce TTPER 24679:335h25Zurich HB14:58Parma station£991One-way1 change
- EuroCity 3714:334h55Zurich HB19:28Parma station£1001One-way0 changes
- EuroCity 25+
InterCityNotte 76517:334h58Zurich HB22:31Parma station£1041One-way1 change - EuroCity 27+Regionale Veloce 3045 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 248518:334h59Zurich HB23:32Parma station£971One-way2 changes
- EuroCity 31+Regionale TTPER 24658:335h13Zurich HB13:46Parma station£991One-way1 change
- EuroCity 13+
Intercity 6097:335h20Zurich HB12:53Parma station£1041One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Zurich to Parma
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 316 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £189 Average Price |
5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 49m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Parma train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Parma trains for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EuroCity 13+Intercity 609 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 5h20 | 12:53 Parma station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 31+Regionale TTPER 2465 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 5h13 | 13:46 Parma station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 15+Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 5h25 | 14:58 Parma station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 153 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 5h22 | 15:55 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
| EuroCity 19+Intercity 613 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 5h15 | 16:48 Parma station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 151+Regionale TTPER 2473 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 5h13 | 17:46 Parma station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 21+Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 5h25 | 18:58 Parma station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 37 | 14:33 Zurich HB | 4h55 | 19:28 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
| EuroCity 23+Regionale Veloce TTPER 2479 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 5h25 | 20:58 Parma station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 25+InterCityNotte 765 | 17:33 Zurich HB | 4h58 | 22:31 Parma station | 1 change | |
| EuroCity 27+Regionale Veloce 3045 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 18:33 Zurich HB | 4h59 | 23:32 Parma station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Parma
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Trains from Zurich to Parma run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 316 km |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 4:56 |
Last train 19:12 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Parma trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Parma from £18. 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 Parma train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Parma 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 Parma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Parma
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
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazzale Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa.
- Angiol d'Or
- Enoteca Fontana
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- NH Parma
- Hotel Torino
- Hotel Button
- Located in the main hall
- 600 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and high-speed trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Lines 2, 5, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 21
- TEP buses available
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