The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Stockholm
Cheapest price
£153
Average price
£176
Fastest journey
23 h 4 m
Average duration
23 h 53 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
1469 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Stockholm will cost around £176 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £153.
To travel from Zurich to Stockholm you need to make at least one change.
TGV 9210+
ICE 6+
10300 Snälltåget9:3427h43Zurich HB13:17Stockholm Central Station£1531One-way2 changes
TGV 9210+
ICE 6+
344 SJ9:3424h22Zurich HB9:56Stockholm Central Station£1581One-way2 changes
ICE 108 · ICE 578+
344 SJ9:5923h57Zurich HB9:56Stockholm Central Station£1581One-way2 changes
ICE 108+
10300 Snälltåget9:5927h18Zurich HB13:17Stockholm Central Station£1751One-way1 change
ICE 200+
10300 Snälltåget7:5929h18Zurich HB13:17Stockholm Central Station£1751One-way1 change
TGV 9210+
ICE 6 · 11176 · IC 57649:3423h04Zurich HB8:38Stockholm Central Station£1921One-way6 changes
ICE 108 · ICE 578+
344 SJ9:5923h57Zurich HB9:56Stockholm Central Station£1581One-way2 changes
ICE 108+
344 SJ9:5923h57Zurich HB9:56Stockholm Central Station£1791One-way1 change
TGV 9210+
ICE 6+
344 SJ · 522 X 20009:3424h03Zurich HB9:37Stockholm Central Station£1871One-way3 changes
TGV 9210+
ICE 6+
344 SJ9:3424h22Zurich HB9:56Stockholm Central Station£1581One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Stockholm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £79, and a flight costs an average of £94.
Distance: 1469 km
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£153 Average Price | £173 Average Price | £133 Average Price Cheapest |
20h 56m Average total duration 20h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 34m Average total duration 31h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich to Stockholm train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Stockholm trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 200 · ICE 770+ 344 SJ | On time 5:59 Zurich HB | 25h57 | 7:56 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
ICE 200+ 10300 Snälltåget | On time 5:59 Zurich HB | 29h18 | 11:17 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
ICE 200 · ICE 770 · ECE 1172 · R 1160 | On time 5:59 Zurich HB | 24h39 | 6:38 Stockholm Central Station | 4 changes | |
ICE 200+ 344 SJ | On time 5:59 Zurich HB | 25h57 | 7:56 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
TGV 9210+ ICE 6+ 344 SJ | 7:34 Zurich HB | 24h22 | 7:56 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
TGV 9210+ ICE 6 · 11176 · IC 5764 | 7:34 Zurich HB | 23h04 | 6:38 Stockholm Central Station | 6 changes | |
TGV 9210+ ICE 6+ 10300 Snälltåget | 7:34 Zurich HB | 27h43 | 11:17 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
TGV 9210+ ICE 6+ 344 SJ · 522 X 2000 | 7:34 Zurich HB | 24h03 | 7:37 Stockholm Central Station | 3 changes | |
ICE 108+ 10300 Snälltåget | On time 7:59 Zurich HB | 27h18 | 11:17 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
ICE 108 · ICE 578+ 344 SJ | On time 7:59 Zurich HB | 23h57 | 7:56 Stockholm Central Station | 2 changes | |
ICE 108+ 344 SJ | On time 7:59 Zurich HB | 23h57 | 7:56 Stockholm Central Station | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of SJ, Snälltåget or SBB to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Stockholm.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Stockholm
Trains from Zurich to Stockholm run on average 3 times per day, taking around 20h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £79 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 1469 km distance in 21h 0m.
Distance 1469 km |
Average train duration 20h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 21h 0m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget, SBB from Zurich to Stockholm trainsDeutsche Bahn, SJ, Snälltåget, SBB trains will get you between Zurich and Stockholm from £79. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
SJ
Snälltåget
SBB
FAQs: Zurich to Stockholm train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Stockholm
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- The station WiFi is called "All Station Guests" and is free to use.
- Luggage lockers are located near the bus terminal as well as in the upper level between Blueberry Tunnelgången and Kronans Apotek.
- Burger King
- Caffe Ritazza
- Blueberry Tunnelgången
- Espresso House
- Holy Monkey
- Icha Icha
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Sushi Yama
- O'Learys
- & many more
- Facilities include elevators, escalators, ramps and barrier-free toilets. Personalized special assistance can be requested to escort or assist passengers.
- Freys Hotel
- Nordic Light Hotel
- Radisson Blu Royal Viking Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Information center for visitors, travelers and tourists is located in Centralhallen.
- Metro lines: 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19
- Bus lines: 53, 54, 516, 812C, 813C, Flygbussarna
- Tram lines: 7
- Train lines: Dala Line, Northern Main Line, East Coast Line, SJ X2000, 40, 41, 42X, 43, 43X, 44, Arlanda Express, FLX
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