The cheapest and fastest trains from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich
Cheapest price
€87
Average price
€160
Fastest journey
9 h 18 m
Average duration
12 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
414 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich will cost around €160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €87.
Of the 4 trains that leave Monaco - Monte-Carlo for Zurich on Sun, Dec 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 414 km distance in an average of 12 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 18 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 19 h 46 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.








Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. 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 train costs an average of €63, and a flight costs an average of €61.
Distance: 257 miles (414 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€115 Average price Cheapest | €175 Average price | €121 Average price |
8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 2m Average total duration 19h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 635+ EuroCity 34 | 2:10 PM Ventimiglia station | 8h35 | 10:45 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 7 | |||||
![]() | 3:09 AM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 9h18 | 12:27 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 12h17 | 9:27 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:57 AM Monaco - Monte-Carlo | 9h30 | 9:27 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich
Trains from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) but you can travel from only $76 (€61) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 257 miles (414 km) distance in 7h 17m.
Distance 257 miles (414 km) |
Average train duration 7h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 7h 17m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 18:40 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Intercity from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich trainsTrenitalia, Intercity trains will get you between Monaco - Monte-Carlo and Zurich from $76 (€61). 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 Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Monaco - Monte-Carlo 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Monaco - Monte-Carlo to Zurich
- 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
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