The cheapest and fastest trains from Piacenza to Zurich
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Piacenza to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piacenza to Zurich will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
Of the 1 trains that leave Piacenza for Zurich on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 273 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 23 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 train, bus, and flight for Piacenza to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Piacenza to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €71.
Distance: 169 miles (273 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€82 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €142 Average price |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Piacenza to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Piacenza to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:04 PM Piacenza | 4h23 | 9:27 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Piacenza to Zurich
Trains from Piacenza to Zurich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 169 miles (273 km) distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 169 miles (273 km) |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 19:33 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity from Piacenza to Zurich trainsTrenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Piacenza and Zurich from $25 (€20). 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 Piacenza to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piacenza 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 Piacenza to Zurich
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access is available from Via dei Mille.
- Al Duca
- Osteria Carducci
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Best Western Park Hotel
- Grande Albergo Roma
- Hotel Ovest
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance connections
- 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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