- Must visit
Kunsthaus Zürich
Switzerland's leading art museum with major works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art, including Monet, Giacometti, and important Swiss collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
kr373
Average ticket price on Sep 19
kr630
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 30 m
Trains on Sep 19
46
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brescia to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brescia to Zurich will cost around kr630 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr373.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 46 trains from Brescia to Zurich, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8988+
EuroCity 28
8986+
EuroCity 28
8984+
EuroCity 28
Regionale TRENORD 2640+
EuroCity 28
S31 TRENORD 20957 · Regionale TRENORD 2640+
EuroCity 28
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+
EuroCity 22
EuroCity 306
8970+
EuroCity 14
8986+
EuroCity 306
8988+
EuroCity 126Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brescia to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr292 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr292, while a flight costs an average of kr3104.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr494 Average price | kr292 Average price Cheapest | kr3104 Average price | kr947 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Brescia to Zurich:
A bus is kr202 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brescia to Zurich costing on average kr494.
A bus is kr2813 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brescia to Zurich costing on average kr3104.
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 13m.
Bus takes on average 6h 0m.
The journey is about 13m faster (4h 13m by train vs 4h 26m by car) and roughly kr453 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr494 vs kr947). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Brescia to Zurich trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8970+ EuroCity 14 | 7:49 AM Brescia station | 4h38 | 12:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8970+ EuroCity 150 | 7:49 AM Brescia station | 6h38 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8970+ EuroCity 16 | 7:49 AM Brescia station | 8h38 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2660+ EuroCity 14 | 7:52 AM Brescia station | 4h35 | 12:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
S31 TRENORD 20921 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 9:09 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 5h18 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 9:28 AM Brescia station | 4h59 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8974+ EuroCity 150 | 9:49 AM Brescia station | 4h38 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8974+ EuroCity 20 | 9:49 AM Brescia station | 8h38 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8974+ EuroCity 16 | 9:49 AM Brescia station | 6h38 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
S31 TRENORD 20925 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ EuroCity 30 | 10:09 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 5h18 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2624+ EuroCity 30 | 10:28 AM Brescia station | 4h59 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8971+ EuroCity 20 | 10:49 AM Brescia station | 7h38 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8971+ EuroCity 16 | 10:49 AM Brescia station | 5h38 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8971+ EuroCity 22 | 10:49 AM Brescia station | 8h38 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
S31 TRENORD 20933 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 152 | 12:09 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 5h18 | 5:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 152 | 12:28 PM Brescia station | 4h59 | 5:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8978+ EuroCity 20 | 12:49 PM Brescia station | 5h38 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8978+ EuroCity 24 | 12:49 PM Brescia station | 7h38 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8978+ EuroCity 22 | 12:49 PM Brescia station | 6h38 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
S31 TRENORD 20937 · Regionale TRENORD 2600+ EuroCity 20 | 1:09 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 5h18 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2600+ EuroCity 20 | 1:28 PM Brescia station | 4h59 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
S31 TRENORD 20941 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ EuroCity 22 | 2:09 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 5h18 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2632+ EuroCity 22 | 2:28 PM Brescia station | 4h59 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ EuroCity 22 | 3:09 PM Brescia station | 4h18 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
S31 TRENORD 20945 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 24 | 3:09 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 5h18 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 24 | 3:28 PM Brescia station | 4h59 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8984+ EuroCity 126 | 3:49 PM Brescia station | 6h38 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8984+ EuroCity 24 | 3:49 PM Brescia station | 4h38 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8984+ EuroCity 36 | 3:49 PM Brescia station | 5h38 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
S31 TRENORD 20949+ EuroCity 36 | 4:09 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 5h18 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8986+ EuroCity 36 | 4:49 PM Brescia station | 4h38 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8986+ EuroCity 28 | 4:49 PM Brescia station | 6h38 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8986+ EuroCity 126 | 4:49 PM Brescia station | 5h38 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 36 | 5:09 PM Brescia station | 4h18 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
S31 TRENORD 20953 · Regionale TRENORD 2638+ EuroCity 126 | 5:09 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 5h18 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2638+ EuroCity 126 | 5:28 PM Brescia station | 4h59 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8988+ EuroCity 126 | 5:49 PM Brescia station | 4h38 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8988+ EuroCity 28 | 5:49 PM Brescia station | 5h38 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
S31 TRENORD 20957 · Regionale TRENORD 2640+ EuroCity 28 | 6:09 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 5h18 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2640+ EuroCity 28 | 6:28 PM Brescia station | 4h59 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
S31 TRENORD 20909 · Regionale TRENORD 2616+ EuroCity 12 | 6:09 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 5h18 | 11:27 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2616+ EuroCity 12 | 6:28 AM Brescia station | 4h59 | 11:27 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
9941+ EuroCity 12 | 6:47 AM Brescia station | 4h40 | 11:27 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
9941+ EuroCity 14 | 6:47 AM Brescia station | 5h40 | 12:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
9941+ EuroCity 16 | 6:47 AM Brescia station | 9h40 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 1911 · Regionale TRENORD 2618+ EuroCity 14 | 7:04 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 5h23 | 12:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2618+ EuroCity 14 | 7:28 AM Brescia station | 4h59 | 12:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Brescia to Zurich run on average 36 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr63 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price kr63 |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 5:02 AM |
Last train 7:33 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Zurich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zurich trip today.
Switzerland's leading art museum with major works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art, including Monet, Giacometti, and important Swiss collections.
National museum in a castle-like building near the main station. It offers essential insight into Swiss cultural history, design, and nationhood.
Remarkable private collection in a villa, featuring Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and early modern masterpieces in an intimate lakeside setting.
Zurich's famous old town shopping street links the main station to the lake. It is ideal for strolling, people-watching, and seeing the city's polished center.
Historic riverside old town with lanes, guild houses, churches, and viewpoints. It is the essential area for Zurich's medieval atmosphere.
Beautiful lakeside promenade lined with trees, gardens, and views across Lake Zurich. Perfect for a scenic walk in any season.
Sliced veal in a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce, usually served with rösti. It is Zurich’s signature dish and a classic in traditional brasseries.
Pan-fried grated potato cake with a crisp crust and soft center. A Swiss staple closely tied to Zurich and often served with meat, eggs, or cheese.
Swiss cheese fondue made by melting local cheeses with wine and garlic, then dipping bread. It is a beloved cold-weather social meal across Zurich.
Refined Swiss fine dining in a historic setting, led by a renowned chef. Known for modern tasting menus and polished service.
Historic casual restaurant by Lake Zurich, known for Zürich classics like rösti and veal dishes in a traditional guild-house setting.
Elegant old-town restaurant with classic Swiss and French cuisine. A strong choice for fondue, seasonal dishes, and a formal atmosphere.
Zurich is pricier than most European cities. Hotels, dining, and local transit are costly, though supermarkets and takeaway spots can help lower daily spend.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Small rounding is common in cafes and taxis.
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Zurich HB -> Central, Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brescia to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brescia to Zurich trains use the Brescia to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare Brescia and Zurich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brescia is 1 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
Brescia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Vineria, Osteria Al Bianchi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brescia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brescia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brescia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brescia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brescia: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Igea, Hotel Cristallo Brescia, DoubleTree by Hilton Brescia.
Brescia Borgo San Giovanni is 3 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
Brescia Borgo San Giovanni has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
ATMs are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
Available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni: Parking.
Available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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