- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price
£140
Average price
£176
Fastest journey
8 h 22 m
Average duration
8 h 26 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
683 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Rome will cost around £176 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £140.
To travel from Zurich to Rome you need to make at least 2 changes.
EuroCity 23 · BUS L685E+
InterCityNotte 899
EuroCity 15+
Intercity 597
EuroCity 25+
InterCityNotte 765 · InterCityNotte 770
EuroCity 153+
Intercity 594
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+
EuroCity 31
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431+
EuroCity 151
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415+
EuroCity 13
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419+
EuroCity 31
FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433+
EuroCity 21
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9421+
EuroCity 15Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £103.
Distance: 683 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£145 Average Price | £116 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 35m Average total duration 11h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Rome trains for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 6:33 Zurich HB | 8h42 | 15:15 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 8h52 | 16:25 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 8h22 | 15:55 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 31+ FRECCIAROSSA 8809 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 8h27 | 17:00 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 31+ FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 8h41 | 17:14 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 15+ Intercity 597 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 11h34 | 21:07 Rome Tiburtina | 1 change | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 8811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 8h32 | 18:05 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 8h47 | 18:20 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 11h47 | 22:20 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 153+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 8h46 | 19:19 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 8h41 | 20:14 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9809 · FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 8h32 | 20:05 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 8h22 | 20:55 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 8h46 | 21:19 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 8h57 | 22:30 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 8h27 | 22:00 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 37+ FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 14:33 Zurich HB | 9h07 | 23:40 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 23+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 8h51 | 0:24 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 23 · BUS L685E+ InterCityNotte 899 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 14h10 | 5:43 Rome Ostiense | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 25+ InterCityNotte 765 · InterCityNotte 770 | 17:33 Zurich HB | 13h07 | 6:40 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Zurich to Rome run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £103 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 683 km distance in 7h 6m.
Distance 683 km |
Average train duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £103 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 7h 6m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Rome — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rome trip today.
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Superb Capitoline collections on Michelangelo's square, showcasing ancient sculpture, bronzes, and Rome's civic history.
Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a major Western European capital. Hotels in central areas are pricey, but dining and public transport are often cheaper than in Paris or London.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. In cafés, small change is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Roma Termini -> Piazza Venezia, Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Rome trains use the Zürich HB to Roma Termini station pair, with some services arriving at Roma Ostiense. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Rome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
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