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Kunsthaus Zürich
Zurich’s leading art museum, known for major Swiss and European collections from medieval works to modern and contemporary art.
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
441 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cannes to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cannes to Zurich will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
It's difficult to get from Cannes to Zurich without transferring at least once.
86027+
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3040+
EuroCity 28
17473 · 86033+
Regionale 12271 · Regionale 12427
86019+
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3040+
EuroCity 28
17473 · 86033+
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3040
86025+
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3040+
EuroCity 28
9896+
9223+
17480
86039+
Intercity 635+
EuroCity 28
6176 · 9868+
4302+
9223
6174+
9219
6176+
9223Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cannes to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $133.
Distance: 274 miles (441 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$237 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest | $248 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 6m Average total duration Fastest 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 39m Average total duration 12h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Cannes to Zurich:
A bus is $151 (€122) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cannes to Zurich costing on average $237 (€192).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 36m.
Bus takes on average 12h 9m.
Tickets start at around $237 (€192) compared to roughly $248 (€201) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11 (€9). The journey takes 11h 36m versus 7h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Cannes to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
86015+ Intercity 745+ EuroCity 26 | 8:13 AM Cannes station | 14h14 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86015+ Intercity 745+ EuroCity 24 | 8:13 AM Cannes station | 12h14 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86015+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 8:13 AM Cannes station | 15h14 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
6188 · 6743+ 9223 | 8:29 AM Cannes station | 14h31 | 11:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86017+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 8:42 AM Cannes station | 14h45 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86017+ Intercity 745+ EuroCity 26 | 8:42 AM Cannes station | 13h45 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86017+ Intercity 745+ EuroCity 24 | 8:42 AM Cannes station | 11h45 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
17472+ 9866+ 9223+ 17810 | 8:59 AM Cannes station | 14h01 | 11:00 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
86019+ Regionale 12267 · Regionale Veloce 3021+ EuroCity 26 | 9:13 AM Cannes station | 13h14 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
86019+ Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3040+ EuroCity 28 | 9:13 AM Cannes station | 14h14 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
86019+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 9:13 AM Cannes station | 14h14 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86023+ Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3040+ EuroCity 28 | 9:42 AM Cannes station | 13h45 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
86023+ Regionale 12267 · Regionale Veloce 3021+ EuroCity 26 | 9:42 AM Cannes station | 12h45 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
86023+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 9:42 AM Cannes station | 13h45 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86025+ Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3040+ EuroCity 28 | 10:13 AM Cannes station | 13h14 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
86025+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 10:13 AM Cannes station | 13h14 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86025+ Regionale 12267 · Regionale Veloce 3021+ EuroCity 26 | 10:13 AM Cannes station | 12h14 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
6174+ 9219 | 10:31 AM Cannes station | 10h29 | 9:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
6174 · 6745+ 9223 | 10:31 AM Cannes station | 12h29 | 11:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86027+ Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3040+ EuroCity 28 | 10:42 AM Cannes station | 12h45 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
86027+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 10:42 AM Cannes station | 12h45 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
17473 · 86033+ Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3040 | 11:05 AM Cannes station | 12h22 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
17473 · 86033+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 11:05 AM Cannes station | 12h22 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
17473 · 86033+ Regionale 12271 · Regionale 12427 | 11:05 AM Cannes station | 12h22 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 5 transfers | |
86035+ Regionale 12271 · Regionale 12427 · Regionale Veloce 3040 | 12:15 PM Cannes station | 11h12 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
86035+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 12:15 PM Cannes station | 11h12 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
6176+ 9223 | 12:31 PM Cannes station | 10h29 | 11:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
6176 · 9868+ 9223+ 4302 | 12:31 PM Cannes station | 10h29 | 11:00 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
86037+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 12:42 PM Cannes station | 10h45 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
17480+ 9896+ 9223 | 1:00 PM Cannes station | 10h00 | 11:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
86039+ Intercity 635+ EuroCity 28 | 1:13 PM Cannes station | 10h14 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Cannes to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $133 (€108) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (441 km) distance in 8h 56m.
Distance 274 miles (441 km) |
Average train duration 11h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $133 (€108) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 8h 56m |
First train 6:03 AM |
Last train 7:46 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or adding 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up taxis and leave small change in cafes if service was good.
Official public transport app
Zurich HB -> Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich
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