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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Perpignan to Zurich
Cheapest price
$379
Average price
$379
Fastest journey
15 h 40 m
Average duration
15 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
683 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perpignan to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perpignan to Zurich will cost around $379 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $379.
It's difficult to get from Perpignan to Zurich without transferring at least once.
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92037:46 PM15h40Perpignan station11:26 AMZurich HB$3791One-way1 transfer
- 5738+92037:46 PM15h40Perpignan station11:26 AMZurich HB$3791One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Perpignan to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Perpignan to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a train costs an average of $112.
Distance: 424 miles (683 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$257 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $336 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 54m Average total duration Fastest 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Perpignan to Zurich:
A bus is $172 (€139) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Perpignan to Zurich costing on average $257 (€208).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 18m.
The journey is about 15m faster (8h 24m by train vs 8h 39m by car) and roughly $79 (€64) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($257 (€208) vs $336 (€272)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Perpignan to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Perpignan to Zurich trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:46 PM Perpignan | 18h40 | 1:26 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Perpignan to Zurich
France
Switzerland
Trains from Perpignan to Zurich run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $112 (€91) but you can travel from only $59 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 19:59. The fastest train covers the 424 miles (683 km) distance in 9h 24m.
Distance 424 miles (683 km) |
Average train duration 8h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $112 (€91) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 9h 24m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 7:59 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Perpignan to Zurich trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Perpignan and Zurich from $59 (€48). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Perpignan to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perpignan 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 Perpignan to Zurich
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Boulevard Saint-Assiscle.
- Le Figuier
- La Galinette
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Perpignan
- Hotel de France
- Hotel Aragon
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Spain and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and national connections
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Shower
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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