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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Tours
Cheapest price
£144
Average price
£191
Fastest journey
6 h 27 m
Average duration
7 h 49 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
592 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Tours is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Tours will cost around £191 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £144.
Of the 4 trains that leave Zurich for Tours 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 592 km distance in an average of 7 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 2 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.
7:599h02Zurich17:01Tours£1441One-way0 changes- 10:346h27Zurich17:01Tours£1471One-way0 changes
- 6:599h02Zurich16:01Tours£2361One-way0 changes
- 13:346h44Zurich20:18Tours£2361One-way0 changes
- 10:346h27Zurich17:01Tours£1471One-way0 changes
- 13:346h44Zurich20:18Tours£2361One-way0 changes
- 7:599h02Zurich17:01Tours£1441One-way0 changes
- 6:599h02Zurich16:01Tours£2361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zurich to Tours
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Tours among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £103.
Distance: 592 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£176 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 33m Average total duration 13h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich to Tours train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Tours trains for today, Saturday 20 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:59 Zurich | 8h57 | 15:56 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:34 Zurich | 7h18 | 17:52 Tours | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Tours
Switzerland
France
Trains from Zurich to Tours run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £103 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 592 km distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 592 km |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £103 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 18:34 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Tours trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Tours from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Zurich to Tours train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Tours 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 Tours, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Tours
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- 5:30 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue Edouard Vaillant
- Le Saint Germain
- La Maison des Halles
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.80
- Hotel de l'Univers Tours
- Oceania L'Univers Tours
- Best Western Plus L'Artist Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 20 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Paris, Bordeaux, and regional destinations
- Tramway: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and TGV services
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