Padua to Zurich train with Trenitalia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Padua to Zurich

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 17

Cheapest price on Oct 17

$75

Average ticket price on Oct 17

$112

Fastest journey on Oct 17

5 h 41 m

Average journey duration on Oct 17

5 h 53 m

Trains on Oct 17

39

Distance

335 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Padua to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Padua to Zurich will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.

Fast trains

On Sat, Oct 17, we found 39 trains from Padua to Zurich, including 1 direct services.

On Sat, Oct 17 the direct trains cover the 335 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .

On Sat, Oct 17 the slowest trains will take 6 h 1 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.

  • Italo8984+TrenitaliaEuroCity 28
    2:26 PM9h01
    Padova
    11:27 PMZurich HB
    $751One-way
    1 transfer
  • Italo8986+TrenitaliaEuroCity 28
    3:26 PM8h01
    Padova
    11:27 PMZurich HB
    $751One-way
    1 transfer
  • Italo8988+TrenitaliaEuroCity 28
    4:26 PM7h01
    Padova
    11:27 PMZurich HB
    $751One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640+TrenitaliaEuroCity 28
    4:40 PM6h47
    Padova
    11:27 PMZurich HB
    $811One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+TrenitaliaEuroCity 332
    9:40 AM7h47
    Padova
    5:27 PMZurich HB
    $811One-way
    2 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Padua to Zurich

ItalyItaly
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
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Trains from Padua to Zurich run on average 31 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:28, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 208 miles (335 km) distance in 5h 16m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10
Distance
208 miles (335 km)
Average train duration
5h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
$17
Trains per day
31
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
5h 16m
First train
1:28 AM
Last train
8:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $10

Live departures

Padua to Zurich train times

The table below shows live departures for Padua to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Saturday, October 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9700+TrenitaliaEuroCity 146:07 AM Padova
6h20
12:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3961+TrenitaliaEuroCity 306:12 AM Padova
9h15
3:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8970+TrenitaliaEuroCity 1506:26 AM Padova
8h01
2:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8970+TrenitaliaEuroCity 146:26 AM Padova
6h01
12:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8970+TrenitaliaEuroCity 166:26 AM Padova
10h01
4:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale 17162 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+TrenitaliaEuroCity 1506:53 AM Padova
7h34
2:27 PM Zurich HB2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 17166 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+TrenitaliaEuroCity 307:51 AM Padova
7h36
3:27 PM Zurich HB2 transfers
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9713+TrenitaliaEuroCity 1508:16 AM Padova
6h11
2:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8974+TrenitaliaEuroCity 228:26 AM Padova
11h01
7:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8974+TrenitaliaEuroCity 168:26 AM Padova
8h01
4:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8974+TrenitaliaEuroCity 1508:26 AM Padova
6h01
2:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale 17250 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+TrenitaliaEuroCity 168:53 AM Padova
7h34
4:27 PM Zurich HB2 transfers
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9718+TrenitaliaEuroCity 169:16 AM Padova
7h11
4:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8971+TrenitaliaEuroCity 1269:26 AM Padova
13h01
10:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8971+TrenitaliaEuroCity 229:26 AM Padova
10h01
7:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8971+TrenitaliaEuroCity 169:26 AM Padova
7h01
4:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+TrenitaliaEuroCity 3329:40 AM Padova
7h47
5:27 PM Zurich HB2 transfers
IntercityIntercity 584+RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2470+TrenitaliaEuroCity 209:50 AM Padova
8h37
6:27 PM Zurich HB2 transfers
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9411 · FRECCIAROSSA 8810+TrenitaliaEuroCity 169:56 AM Padova
6h31
4:27 PM Zurich HB2 transfers
Italo8978+TrenitaliaEuroCity 2811:26 AM Padova
12h01
11:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8978+TrenitaliaEuroCity 12611:26 AM Padova
11h01
10:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8978+TrenitaliaEuroCity 2211:26 AM Padova
8h01
7:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale 17190 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+TrenitaliaEuroCity 2211:52 AM Padova
7h35
7:27 PM Zurich HB2 transfers
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9728+TrenitaliaEuroCity 2012:16 PM Padova
6h11
6:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale 17196 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+TrenitaliaEuroCity 2412:53 PM Padova
7h34
8:27 PM Zurich HB2 transfers
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9729+TrenitaliaEuroCity 221:46 PM Padova
5h41
7:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9736+TrenitaliaEuroCity 242:16 PM Padova
6h11
8:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8984+TrenitaliaEuroCity 1262:26 PM Padova
8h01
10:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8984+TrenitaliaEuroCity 282:26 PM Padova
9h01
11:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8984+TrenitaliaEuroCity 242:26 PM Padova
6h01
8:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8986+TrenitaliaEuroCity 283:26 PM Padova
8h01
11:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8986+TrenitaliaEuroCity 1263:26 PM Padova
7h01
10:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8986+TrenitaliaEuroCity 3063:26 PM Padova
6h01
9:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
TrenitaliaEuroCity 3063:46 PM Padova
5h41
9:27 PM Zurich HB0 transfersDirect
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9744+TrenitaliaEuroCity 1264:16 PM Padova
6h11
10:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8988+TrenitaliaEuroCity 1264:26 PM Padova
6h01
10:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
Italo8988+TrenitaliaEuroCity 284:26 PM Padova
7h01
11:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer
RegionaleRegionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640+TrenitaliaEuroCity 284:40 PM Padova
6h47
11:27 PM Zurich HB2 transfers
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9748+TrenitaliaEuroCity 285:16 PM Padova
6h11
11:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer

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Trenitalia

About
Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains ncludes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Trenitalia Duration
5h 16m
Cheapest Trenitalia Price
$17
Trenitalia frequency
30 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, and spaces between seat backs
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on high-speed trains, trolley service with snacks and beverages, vending machines on some trains
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation, costs extra except on high-speed trains where it's mandatory and included
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Italo

About
Italo is Italy’s private high-speed train service operated by Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV), connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, Bologna, and Salerno. Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, capable of speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the eco-friendly Italo EVO, which reaches up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose from four classes — Smart, Comfort, Prima, and Club Executive — all offering modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, bathrooms, snack machines, and Italo Live entertainment with movies, music, and games. Italo offers three fare types — Low Cost, Economy, and Flex — providing different levels of price and flexibility. Popular routes include Rome–Milan, Rome–Florence, and Milan–Turin, making Italo a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to travel around Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Italo Duration
6h 38m
Cheapest Italo Price
$18
Italo frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage (max 55x35x25cm) and 1 piece of luggage (max 75x53x30cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar service available in most trains with drinks and light refreshments. Welcome service in Prima and Club Executive classes
Seat reservation
Included in Prima and Club Executive. Optional extra cost in Smart and Comfort
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Frecciarossa

About
Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make around 200 connections across the country each day and are renowned for their comfort, speed, and reduced environmental impact. Reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), they connect major destinations such as Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice, and Naples quickly and efficiently. When booking your Frecciarossa journey, you can choose between four classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. While each class offers different levels of comfort, all provide free Wi-Fi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services. Ticket options include Super Economy, Economy, and Base, making it easy to find the right balance of comfort and price for your trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Frecciarossa Duration
6h 42m
Cheapest Frecciarossa Price
$89
Frecciarossa frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag and 1 suitcase per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at carriage ends, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, bar service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in Executive class
Seat reservation
Included in Executive class, optional fee for other classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Zurich

Things to do in Zurich

Discover the best of Zurich — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zurich trip today.

  • 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.

  • Must visit

Swiss National Museum

National museum in a castle-like building near the main station. It offers essential insight into Swiss cultural history, design, and nationhood.

  • Recommended

Museum Rietberg

Remarkable private collection in a villa, featuring Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and early modern masterpieces in an intimate lakeside setting.

Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Zurich is pricier than most European cities. Hotels, dining, and local transit are costly, though supermarkets and takeaway spots can help lower daily spend.

Average meal costs

Budget
CHF 15-25 for fast food or takeaway.
Mid-range
CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
CHF 4.50-6.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service. Small rounding is common in cafes and taxis.

FAQs: Trains from Padua to Zurich

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Padua 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Padua to Zurich can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $17, while the average price is around $86.
The train from Padua to Zurich takes 5h 16m and runs 31 per day.
The first train from Padua to Zurich leaves at 1:28 AM.
The distance by train from Padua to Zurich is 208 miles (335 km).
The last train from Padua to Zurich leaves at 8:50 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Padua to Zurich.
Yes, there is a direct train from Padua to Zurich. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Trenitalia.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Padua to Zurich.
The train station in Padua that goes to Zurich is Padova, which connects to Zurich HB.
Yes, the train journey from Padua to Zurich is scenic, offering views of the Alps, picturesque lakes, and charming Swiss and Italian countryside landscapes.
Yes, you can take the train from Padua to Zurich.
Popular day trips by train from Zurich include Lucerne, Basel, Bern, Chur, Engelberg.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards; however, credit and debit cards are widely accepted, especially in cities and larger establishments, making card payments convenient. Cash is still useful for small purchases, local markets, or remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Zurich, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like train stations and popular tourist spots. Scams involving fake charity collectors and overcharging by taxis can also occur. It is advisable to use official transportation services and remain vigilant with personal belongings to ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Padua to Zurich

Most Padua to Zurich trains use the Padova to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare Padua and Zurich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Padua
Arrival train stations in Zurich

Which Padua station do trains to Zurich leave from?

Trains from Padua to Zurich leave from Padova. The station is from Padua city centre at Piazzale Stazione, 35131 Padova PD, Italy.
PadovaPiazzale Stazione, 35131 Padova PD, Italy+39 049 875 2211WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Padova from Padua city centre

Bus5 · 8m · $3 · every ~4 min
E604/2, E604/0; E604/1; E604/2, E062, E002, E003, E016, E071, E011/E013-V, Ε035, E035, E004, E063, E006, E009/E013-V, E010/E013-V, E007, E005-Z-V, E076, E073 · 9m · $3 · every ~18 min

Padova train station facilities and services

Padova 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 and drink

Food options include: Ristorante Zairo, Trattoria Al Fungo

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Padova. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Padova. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Padova: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Padova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Padova: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Grand'Italia, NH Padova, Hotel Europa.

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