The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Trieste
Cheapest price
£126
Average price
£135
Fastest journey
7 h 54 m
Average duration
9 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Trieste will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £126.
Of the 4 trains that leave Zurich for Trieste 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 443 km distance in an average of 9 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 5 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Zurich to Trieste
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 443 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£128 Average Price | £75 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 23m Average total duration Fastest 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich to Trieste train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Trieste trains for today, Wednesday 14 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 13+ 8143 · 8918 | 05:33 Zurich HB | 14h23 | 19:56 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 31+ 8143 · 8918 | 06:33 Zurich HB | 13h23 | 19:56 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 31+ Lagune Line 3569 | 06:33 Zurich HB | 9h11 | 15:44 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 15+ 8143 · 8918 | 07:33 Zurich HB | 12h23 | 19:56 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 19+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471+ Intercity 592 | 09:33 Zurich HB | 13h05 | 22:38 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 19+ 8143 · 8918 | 09:33 Zurich HB | 10h23 | 19:56 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 09:33 Zurich HB | 8h54 | 18:27 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9733+ Intercity 588 | 09:33 Zurich HB | 8h04 | 17:37 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 8h54 | 20:27 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 23+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757+ Intercity 592 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 9h05 | 22:38 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 25+ InterCityNotte 1963 · InterCityNotte 774 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 17h24 | 08:57 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Trieste
Trains from Zurich to Trieste run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 443 km distance in 7h 54m.
Distance 443 km |
Average train duration 7h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 54m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 19:15 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Trieste trainsTrenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Trieste from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
Frecciarossa
Italo
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Zurich to Trieste train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Trieste
- 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 Piazza della Libertà.
- Buffet da Pepi
- Trattoria Nerodiseppia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste
- Hotel Continentale
- NH Trieste
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Italy, Slovenia, and Austria
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 2
- Taxi services available
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