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Kunsthaus Zürich
Zürich’s leading fine arts museum with major Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern and contemporary art.
Cheapest price
$118
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
6 h 9 m
Average duration
6 h 23 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Santa Lucia 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 Venice Santa Lucia to Zurich HB will cost around $164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
Of the 40 trains that leave Venice Santa Lucia for Zurich HB on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 361 km distance in an average of 6 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 9 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 30 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.
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FRECCIAROSSA 9729+
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EuroCity 14Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Santa Lucia to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 224 miles (361 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$141 Average price | $162 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $198 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice Santa Lucia to Zurich HB:
A bus is $92 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Santa Lucia to Zurich HB costing on average $141 (€115).
A bus is $114 (€93) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice Santa Lucia to Zurich HB costing on average $162 (€133).
Other travel options to Zurich HB take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 46m.
Bus takes on average 7h 31m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Venice Santa Lucia to Zurich HB trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ EuroCity 14 | 5:39 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h48 | 12:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3961+ EuroCity 30 | 5:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h47 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8970+ EuroCity 16 | 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h30 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8970+ EuroCity 14 | 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h30 | 12:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8970+ EuroCity 150 | 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h30 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 6:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h53 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ EuroCity 150 | 7:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h09 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3965+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ EuroCity 150 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h47 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3965+ EuroCity 152 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h47 | 5:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8974+ EuroCity 24 | On time 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 12h30 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8974+ EuroCity 16 | On time 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h30 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8974+ EuroCity 20 | On time 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h30 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8974+ EuroCity 150 | On time 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h30 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8974+ EuroCity 36 | On time 7:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 13h30 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ EuroCity 30 | 8:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 16 | 9:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 152 | 10:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 5:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
8978+ EuroCity 24 | On time 10:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h30 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8978+ EuroCity 20 | On time 10:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h30 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8978+ EuroCity 126 | On time 10:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 11h30 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8978+ EuroCity 22 | On time 10:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h30 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8978+ EuroCity 36 | On time 10:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 10h30 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8978+ EuroCity 28 | On time 10:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 12h30 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ EuroCity 20 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ EuroCity 22 | 12:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ EuroCity 22 | 12:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 24 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h17 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3492+ FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ EuroCity 22 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h17 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ EuroCity 24 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8984+ EuroCity 24 | 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h30 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8984+ EuroCity 28 | 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h30 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8984+ EuroCity 36 | 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h30 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8984+ EuroCity 126 | 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h30 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8986+ EuroCity 28 | 2:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h30 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8986+ EuroCity 36 | 2:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h30 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8986+ EuroCity 126 | 2:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h30 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 36 | 3:18 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h09 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
8988+ EuroCity 28 | On time 3:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h30 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8988+ EuroCity 126 | On time 3:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h30 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748+ EuroCity 28 | 4:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h39 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Zurich HB run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€80) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:39, the last at 15:10. The fastest train covers the 224 miles (361 km) distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 224 miles (361 km) |
Average train duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€80) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 3:39 AM |
Last train 3:10 PM |
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Zürich’s leading fine arts museum with major Swiss and European collections, from Old Masters to modern and contemporary art.
The country’s main cultural history museum, known for engaging exhibitions on Swiss heritage, design, and everyday life.
A respected museum for non-European art, set in a villa and park ensemble with notable Asian, African, and American collections.
Zürich’s famous central boulevard for shopping and strolling, stretching from the main station toward the lake.
The historic old town with narrow lanes, medieval buildings, churches, river views, and many of the city’s classic sights.
A scenic lakeside walking area ideal for relaxed views, people-watching, and classic city photos.
Zürich’s signature dish of sliced veal in a creamy white wine and mushroom sauce, traditionally served with rösti.
A classic Swiss potato dish, pan-fried until crisp and golden. It is a staple in Zürich and often served as a side or main.
Melted Swiss cheese served communally with bread for dipping. It is one of the country’s most iconic traditional meals.
Established Swiss restaurant respected for Zürcher Geschnetzeltes and refined regional cooking in a classic setting.
Iconic Zürich dining room with a fine-dining atmosphere, celebrated for upscale Swiss classics and historic artistic ambiance.
Historic vegetarian restaurant near the station area, known for its large buffet, Swiss dishes, and long-standing culinary reputation.
Zürich is among Europe’s priciest cities. Hotels, dining, and transport are costly, though supermarkets and takeaway spots help cut daily costs.
Service is included in prices. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or adding about CHF 5-10 in restaurants is appreciated for good service. Round up taxi fares slightly.
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