Switzerland
Getting to Zurich by train
Trains to Zurich arrive at Zürich Hauptbahnhof, served by CFF/SBB, TGV Lyria, EuroCity and BLS. Gopaxo compares every offer in a single search to find you the best price to this city in Switzerland.
Why visit Zurich?
Zurich is one of the most searched-for cities in Switzerland. Travellers come for Bahnhofstrasse, Grossmünster and Zürichsee, all reachable on foot or by public transport from the station. The train drops you in the centre — no airport transfer, no check-in queue.
How to get to Zurich by train
Direct and connecting services reach Zurich. We've detailed the most requested routes below: each page lists the duration, prices from, operators and the departure and arrival stations.
Zurich train station
The main station is Zürich Hauptbahnhof. Long-distance trains run by CFF/SBB, TGV Lyria, EuroCity and BLS arrive here, with connections to city transport. Be on the platform 10 to 15 minutes before departure: unlike flying, there is no check-in.
What to see in Zurich
The highlights worth planning for:
- Bahnhofstrasse
- Grossmünster
- Zürichsee
Practical info for Zurich
The essentials before you go:
- Country: Switzerland
- Main station: Zürich Hauptbahnhof
- Currency: CHF (Fr.)
- Main language: German, French and Italian
- Operators: CFF/SBB, TGV Lyria, EuroCity and BLS
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