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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€115
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€155
Fastest journey on Aug 30
4 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
4 h 4 m
Trains on Aug 30
6
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB will cost around €155 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €115.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 6 trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB, including 6 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct trains cover the 488 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest trains will take 4 h 4 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.
92037:22 AM4h04Paris Gare de Lyon11:26 AMZurich HB€1151One-way0 transfers- 921110:22 AM4h04Paris Gare de Lyon2:26 PMZurich HB€1391One-way0 transfers
- 92236:22 PM4h38Paris Gare de Lyon11:00 PMZurich HB€1551One-way0 transfers
- 921312:22 PM4h04Paris Gare de Lyon4:26 PMZurich HB€1551One-way0 transfers
- 92194:22 PM4h04Paris Gare de Lyon8:26 PMZurich HB€1631One-way0 transfers
- 921110:22 AM4h04Paris Gare de Lyon2:26 PMZurich HB€1391One-way0 transfers
- 92037:22 AM4h04Paris Gare de Lyon11:26 AMZurich HB€1151One-way0 transfers
- 921312:22 PM4h04Paris Gare de Lyon4:26 PMZurich HB€1551One-way0 transfers
- 92194:22 PM4h04Paris Gare de Lyon8:26 PMZurich HB€1631One-way0 transfers
- 92152:22 PM4h04Paris Gare de Lyon6:26 PMZurich HB€2051One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €62 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €62, while a flight costs an average of €394.
Distance: 303 miles (488 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€126 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest | €394 Average price | €196 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB:
A bus is €64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB costing on average €126.
A bus is €332 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB costing on average €394.
Other travel options to Zurich HB take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 16m.
Bus takes on average 11h 4m.
The journey is about 2h 8m faster (4h 16m by train vs 6h 24m by car) and roughly €70 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€126 vs €196). 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 SNCF | TGV Lyria.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9215 | On time 2:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h04 | 6:26 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9219 | 4:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h04 | 8:26 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9223 | 6:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h04 | 10:26 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 30 | |||||
| 9203 | 7:22 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h04 | 11:26 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9211 | 10:22 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h04 | 2:26 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9213 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h04 | 4:26 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB
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Trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:26, the last at 16:22. The fastest train covers the 303 miles (488 km) distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 303 miles (488 km) |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 7:26 AM |
Last train 4:22 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Paris Gare du Nord and Zurich HB from €25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB 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 HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB
Most Paris Gare du Nord to Zurich HB trains use the Paris Gare de Lyon to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris Gare du Nord and Zurich HB train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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