The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Rome
Cheapest price
247S$
Average price
295S$
Fastest journey
7 h 6 m
Average duration
7 h 7 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
683 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Rome will cost around 295S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 247S$.
To travel from Zurich to Rome you need to make at least one change.
EuroCity 15+
Intercity 5979:33 AM11h34Zurich HB9:07 PMRome Tiburtina247 S$1One-way1 change
EuroCity 25+
InterCityNotte 765 · InterCityNotte 7705:33 PM13h02Zurich HB6:35 AMRome Termini257 S$1One-way2 changes
EuroCity 23+
Intercity 689+
InterCityNotte 8993:33 PM14h52Zurich HB6:25 AMRome Ostiense258 S$1One-way2 changes
EuroCity 153+
Intercity 59410:33 AM11h47Zurich HB10:20 PMRome Termini268 S$1One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9643+
EuroCity 1911:33 AM7h07Zurich HB6:40 PMRome Termini311 S$1One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9663+
EuroCity 233:33 PM7h06Zurich HB10:39 PMRome Termini311 S$1One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9651+
EuroCity 211:33 PM7h06Zurich HB8:39 PMRome Termini311 S$1One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9643+
EuroCity 1911:33 AM7h07Zurich HB6:40 PMRome Termini311 S$1One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9633+
EuroCity 159:33 AM7h07Zurich HB4:40 PMRome Termini311 S$1One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9647+
EuroCity 15112:33 PM7h07Zurich HB7:40 PMRome Termini311 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Rome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 40S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 40S$, and a flight costs an average of 109S$.
Distance: 683 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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268S$ Average Price | 287S$ Average Price | 93S$ Average Price Cheapest |
8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 46m Average total duration 11h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zurich to Rome train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Rome trains for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 23+ FRECCIAROSSA 9663 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h06 | 10:39 PM Rome Termini | 1 change | |
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EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 6:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h16 | 1:49 PM Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 9625 | 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h10 | 2:43 PM Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 31+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h16 | 3:49 PM Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 9633 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h07 | 4:40 PM Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 15+ Intercity 597 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 11h34 | 9:07 PM Rome Tiburtina | 1 change | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 11h47 | 10:20 PM Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9643 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h07 | 6:40 PM Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9647 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h07 | 7:40 PM Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9651 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h06 | 8:39 PM Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 37+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h21 | 9:54 PM Rome Termini | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Rome
Trains from Zurich to Rome run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 171S$ but you can travel from only 40S$ by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 683 km distance in 7h 6m.
Distance 683 km |
Average train duration 7h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price 171S$ |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 7h 6m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Italo, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Regionale, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Rome trainsTrenitalia, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Italo, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Regionale, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Rome from 40S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
Frecciarossa
Intercity Notte
Italo
Intercity
Frecciabianca
Regionale
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Zurich to Rome train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Rome by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Rome
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
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