Brussels to Zurich by train

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  1. Cheapest Price €52.74
  2. 30 days in advance €94.05
  3. 7 days in advance €125.25
  • First train
    00:20
  • Last train
    22:57
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    6hr 10m
  • Distance
    492 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    33
  • Avg. journey time
    10hr 1m
  • Train operators
Prices updated on September 24, 2026
Prices explained

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The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 days in advance and 7 days in advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

Prices are sourced in GBP and converted to other currencies using the daily market exchange rate.

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Travelling by train from Brussels to Zurich

Ready to travel from Brussels to Zurich by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Cost of train tickets between Brussels and Zurich

The cheapest train tickets from Brussels to Zurich start at €52.74. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, €94. If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around €125.

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Brussels to Zurich is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 11 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train times for travel between Brussels and Zurich

If you are taking the train from Brussels to Zurich, you will have 33 trains each day (with a departure every 22 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:20. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:57. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:20, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 22:16.

Train travel time and distance from Brussels to Zurich

Trains can complete this route in as little as 6 hours and 10 minutes. The total distance travelled is 492 kilometres.

How far in advance Brussels and Zurich tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Brussels and Zurich are available 11 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Additional information on train travel from Brussels to Zurich

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Zurich city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Brussels to Zurich

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

What is the distance by train from Brussels to Zurich?

The total distance between Brussels and Zurich is 492 kilometres.

How much does the train from Brussels to Zurich cost?

The minimum fare on this route is €52.74. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around €94. If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately €125.

How far in advance can I book my Brussels to Zurich train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 11 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Brussels to Zurich by train?

The fastest journey time is 6 hours and 10 minutes.

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