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Zurich to Brig by train
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Cheapest Price €55.70
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30 days in advance €67.70
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First train06:02
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Last train19:02
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey2hr 9m
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Distance125 kilometres
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Trains per day17
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Avg. journey time2hr 15m
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Train operators
Zurich to Brig train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Zurich to Brig by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Zurich to Brig take around 2 hours and 9 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 125 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Zurich is scheduled to depart at around 06:02. The last departure is usually at around 19:02. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 17 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 51 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €55.70.
We think any time is a great time to visit Brig, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Brig.
Is there a direct train from Zurich to Brig?
Yes, there is a direct train from Zurich to Brig.
How long does it take to travel from Zurich to Brig?
The Zurich to Brig train travel takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Zurich to Brig train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Brig leaving Zurich at around 06:02 and the last train leaving at around 19:02. This is the same at the weekend.
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Intercity
It is a very easy transfer by train from Zurich Airport or Zurich's main station (Zurich HB) to Brig in the Swiss Alps. The tickets we sell for this route are completely flexible and can be used on any train within one month of the date of the ticket. So you don’t need to worry about being tied to a particular train if your flight is delayed.
You’ll see a fine feast of Swiss scenery on the way to Brig. All services on this route stop at Zurich HB (in the city centre) about 20 minutes after leaving the airport.
Bear in mind that we issue paper tickets for this journey, so book at least ten days prior to travel so that we can post your tickets to you.
Zurich Airport to Brig
Comfortable Intercity trains run direct from Zurich Airport to Brig. Many of these trains have a restaurant car on board, so you can enjoy a meal or a glass of wine on your journey. The train leaves from the underground platforms at Zurich Airport station (which is well-signed from the terminal). The route runs via Zurich city centre and the Swiss capital Berne.
Running south from Berne, there are fine views of the Thuner See to the left before the train plunges into the 34-kilometre long Lötschberg Base Tunnel to Visp. From there it’s just a few kilometres up the Rhône Valley to Brig. Most trains on this route make five intermediate stops between Zurich Airport and Brig.