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 €78.83. 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 €177.

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.

Frequently asked questions

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 €78.83. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around €94. If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately €177.

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.