Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi train with SNCF | TGV Lyria

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
$89
Average ticket price on Nov 04
$231
Fastest journey on Nov 04
6 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
7 h 8 m
Trains on Nov 04
36
Distance
491 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi will cost around $231 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi without transferring at least once.

  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar9341
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar9451
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar9359
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar9359
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 102 · ICE 318
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi

SwitzerlandSwitzerland
BelgiumBelgium
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Trains from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 but you can travel from only $31 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 13:34. The fastest train covers the 305 miles (491 km) distance in 5h 26m.

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 $31

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Journey facts

  • Distance305 miles (491 km)
  • Average train duration6h 8m
  • Cheapest ticket price$35
  • Trains per day6
  • Fastest train5h 26m
  • First train5:58 AM
  • Last train1:34 PM
  • Cheapest MonthSep
  • Cheapest DayMon
  • High SeasonJul - Sep
  • Low SeasonJan - Mar
  • Busiest DaySat
  • Least Busy DayTue

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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 $31

Frequently asked questions about your Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi.

Train ticket prices from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $35, while the average price is around $107.
The train from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi takes 5h 26m and runs 6 per day.
The first train from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi leaves at 5:58 AM.
The distance by train from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi is 305 miles (491 km).
The last train from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi leaves at 1:34 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi.

Live departures

Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 758 · ICE 202 · ICE 16
On time
5:59 AM Zurich HB
7h36
1:35 PM Brussels-Midi		2 transfers
SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar93416:59 AM Zurich HB
7h18
2:17 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar93596:59 AM Zurich HB
10h19
5:18 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar94516:59 AM Zurich HB
8h45
3:44 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar93596:59 AM Zurich HB
10h18
5:17 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar93416:59 AM Zurich HB
7h18
2:17 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar94516:59 AM Zurich HB
8h45
3:44 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar93596:59 AM Zurich HB
10h18
5:17 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar94596:59 AM Zurich HB
10h18
5:17 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9206+Eurostar93516:59 AM Zurich HB
8h45
3:44 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 200 · ICE 314
On time
7:59 AM Zurich HB
7h36
3:35 PM Brussels-Midi		1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 794 · ICE 372 · ICE 610 · 106188:59 AM Zurich HB
7h49
4:48 PM Brussels-Midi5 transfers
SNCF | TGV Lyria9210+Eurostar94599:34 AM Zurich HB
7h43
5:17 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9210+Eurostar93599:34 AM Zurich HB
7h43
5:17 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9210+Eurostar93639:34 AM Zurich HB
8h13
5:47 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9210+Eurostar93939:34 AM Zurich HB
13h26
11:00 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 108 · ICE 14
On time
9:59 AM Zurich HB
7h36
5:35 PM Brussels-Midi		1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9218+Eurostar939311:34 AM Zurich HB
11h16
10:50 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9218+Eurostar948111:34 AM Zurich HB
9h13
8:47 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9218+Eurostar938711:34 AM Zurich HB
10h10
9:44 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9218+Eurostar937711:34 AM Zurich HB
8h43
8:17 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9218+Eurostar947511:34 AM Zurich HB
8h13
7:47 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9218+Eurostar936911:34 AM Zurich HB
7h13
6:47 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9218+Eurostar937511:34 AM Zurich HB
8h13
7:47 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9218+Eurostar939311:34 AM Zurich HB
11h26
11:00 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 770 · ICE 106 · ICE 12
On time
11:59 AM Zurich HB
7h36
7:35 PM Brussels-Midi		2 transfers
SNCF | TGV Lyria9222+Eurostar93931:34 PM Zurich HB
9h16
10:50 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9222+Eurostar94811:34 PM Zurich HB
7h13
8:47 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9222+Eurostar93871:34 PM Zurich HB
8h10
9:44 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9222+Eurostar93771:34 PM Zurich HB
6h43
8:17 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9222+Eurostar93811:34 PM Zurich HB
7h13
8:47 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9222+Eurostar93931:34 PM Zurich HB
9h26
11:00 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 104 · ICE 10
On time
1:59 PM Zurich HB
7h36
9:35 PM Brussels-Midi		1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9226+Eurostar93933:34 PM Zurich HB
7h16
10:50 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
SNCF | TGV Lyria9226+Eurostar93933:34 PM Zurich HB
7h26
11:00 PM Brussels-Midi1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 102 · ICE 318
On time
3:59 PM Zurich HB
7h36
11:35 PM Brussels-Midi		1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies

Train companies from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi

Trains from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi with SNCF | TGV Lyria, Deutsche Bahn, and SNCF. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and SNCF. High-speed trains available on this route with SNCF | TGV Lyria, Deutsche Bahn, and SNCF. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and SNCF. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.

SNCF | TGV Lyria

About
TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service connecting France and Switzerland, a joint venture between SNCF (French National Railway Company) and SBB (Swiss Federal Railways). These trains operate daily, offering up to 17 return journeys between the two countries. Key destinations include Paris, Dijon, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, and Basel, with seasonal services to Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, and Avignon. TGV Lyria offers three travel classes: Standard, Première, and Première Signature, each with varying levels of comfort and services like Wi-Fi and catering options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF | TGV Lyria Duration
5h 26m
Cheapest SNCF | TGV Lyria Price
$35
SNCF | TGV Lyria frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of luggage per person
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, at-seat service in First Class, Café-bar for snacks and drinks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Second Class: Optional, additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
6h 31m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
$120
Deutsche Bahn frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Learn more about Deutsche Bahn

SNCF

About
SNCF is France’s national railway company, operating a vast network of high-speed, regional, and local train services across the country and into neighboring nations. Its flagship TGV trains reach speeds of up to 320 km/h, connecting major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, and Lille in just a few hours. SNCF also runs popular regional services like TER and international routes including Eurostar, Thalys, and TGV Lyria. Ticket options range from budget-friendly fares to flexible and premium classes, catering to every type of traveler. Onboard amenities may include spacious seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and catering services, making SNCF a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to explore France and beyond.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF Duration
5h 32m
Cheapest SNCF Price
$231
SNCF frequency
3 a day

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Zurich HB and Brussels-Midi

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a night train from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi.
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.

FAQs: Trains from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi 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 Brussels-Midi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Zurich HB to Brussels-Midi

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

Departure train stations in Zurich
Arrival train stations in Brussels
Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre

Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS, 9 · 3m · $4 · every ~3 min
S11, Sn11, S12, S15, S16, Sn1, Sn, S20, S23, S3, S5, Sn5, S6, Sn6, S7, Sn7, S9, Sn9, S · 3m · $2 · every ~43 min
Bus31, 33 · 5m · $3 · every ~16 min
N4, N5, N91 · 5m · $3
Tram11, 15, 4 · 8m · $3 · every ~19 min

Zürich HB train station facilities and services

Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.

More about Zürich HB

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