- Must visit
Gallerie dell'Accademia
A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$120
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$154
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 19
16
Distance
362 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Venice 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 Venice will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 16 trains from Zurich HB to Venice, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 362 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 39 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.
EuroCity 37+
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3501
EuroCity 123+
Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 3521
EuroCity 11+
Regionale TRENORD 2621 · Regionale Veloce 3613
EuroCity 37+
Regionale Veloce 3992
EuroCity 153+
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505
EuroCity 21+
FRECCIAROSSA 9749
EuroCity 19+
FRECCIAROSSA 9737
EuroCity 301
EuroCity 123+
FRECCIAROSSA 9757
EuroCity 15+
FRECCIAROSSA 9731Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $81 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, while a flight costs an average of $764.
Distance: 224 miles (362 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$145 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $764 Average price | $117 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Zurich HB to Venice:
A bus is $64 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich HB to Venice costing on average $145 (€119).
A bus is $682 (€558) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich HB to Venice costing on average $764 (€624).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 38m.
Bus takes on average 8h 30m.
Tickets start at around $145 (€119) compared to roughly $117 (€96) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-27.93 (€-22.84). The journey takes 6h 38m versus 6h 10m 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.
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 Zurich HB to Venice trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 153+ Regionale Veloce 3988 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 9h47 | 8:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 153+ Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h17 | 5:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 5h57 | 5:30 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h17 | 6:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 5h55 | 7:28 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 37+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h47 | 11:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 37+ Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 17247 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h23 | 10:56 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 123+ Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 3521 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h17 | 11:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 123+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h09 | 9:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
EuroCity 11+ Regionale TRENORD 2621 · Regionale Veloce 3613 | 6:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h17 | 1:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Zurich HB to Venice run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 17:33. The fastest train covers the 224 miles (362 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 224 miles (362 km) |
Average train duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 4:33 AM |
Last train 5:33 PM |
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Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.
A leading Venetian art museum with masterpieces by Bellini, Titian, Veronese, and Tintoretto in a grand former confraternity building.
Peggy Guggenheim’s former home presents an outstanding modern art collection with Picasso, Pollock, and Dalí overlooking the Grand Canal.
Venice’s civic museum of art and history in Piazza San Marco, with neoclassical rooms, imperial apartments, and important city collections.
Venice’s monumental main square is framed by arcades, museums, and the basilica. It is the city’s ceremonial heart and a classic first experience.
The broad canal-side promenade east of San Marco offers open lagoon views, landmark hotels, and one of Venice’s best waterside walks.
This lively central district around the market and bridge mixes commerce, everyday Venetian life, and some of the city’s most photogenic canal scenes.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil, traditionally served on grilled polenta. A classic Venetian bacaro snack with roots in lagoon trade routes.
Rice cooked with fresh peas, somewhere between soup and risotto. It is a beloved spring dish, especially linked to the feast of Saint Mark.
Soft white polenta topped with tiny lagoon shrimp. This seasonal cicchetto showcases Venice's historic connection to its lagoon seafood.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant in a historic palace, celebrated for elegant Venetian tasting menus and polished canal-side dining.
Historic, lively bacaro near Rialto known for creative cicchetti, seafood small plates, and a standing-room wine bar atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant with a broad Venetian menu, including sarde in saor and seafood risotto, in a comfortable classic dining room.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, especially near major sights. Hotels, dining, and canal transport raise costs, though cicchetti bars and off-center stays can help.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, but not required. Small taxi rounding and café change are enough.
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Venezia Santa Lucia -> Piazza San Marco, Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich HB to Venice trains use the Zürich HB to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia Mestre. Use this guide to compare Zurich HB and Venice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several cafes and restaurants inside.
Free Wi-Fi available in the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available at the entrance and near platforms.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus).
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio Bus): Wheelchair accessible with elevators and ramps.
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