Zurich to Sheffield by train

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Overview: trains from Zurich to Sheffield

Find the key information for travelling by train from Zurich to Sheffield, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:08 View journey
Last train 22:08 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 10hr 12m View journey
Distance (km) 973
Trains / day 7 View all
Cheapest journey US$641.50 View journey
Avg journey time 14hr 15m
Train operators 7

Discover Zurich to Sheffield by train

Planning a train adventure from Zurich to Sheffield? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost from Zurich to Sheffield

Ready to book tickets from Zurich to Sheffield? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Zurich and Sheffield typically run US$641.50.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Train timetable for travel between Zurich and Sheffield

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Zurich to Sheffield by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 00:08

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 21:59

  • First daily departure (weekend): 00:08

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 22:08

  • Average number of daily trains: 7 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 1 hour and 44 minutes

Train travel time and distance from Zurich to Sheffield

Trains can complete this route in as little as 10 hours and 12 minutes. The total distance travelled is 973 kilometres.

Booking Zurich to Sheffield trains in advance

Booking your Zurich to Sheffield tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

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Further insights on trains from Zurich to Sheffield

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Sheffield city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Zurich to Sheffield

Want to know more about your journey from Zurich to Sheffield? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Zurich and Sheffield is 973 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.