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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Showing times and prices for Nov 27
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$160
Fastest journey
8 h 46 m
Average duration
9 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
613 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol without transferring at least 3 times.
IC 764 · ICE 370 · IC 1745 · ICE 12208:59AM10h46
Zurich HB07:45PMSchiphol Airport
$1441One-way
4 transfers
IC 764 · ICE 370 · ICE 124 · IC 355808:59AM8h46
Zurich HB05:45PMSchiphol Airport
$1751One-way
3 transfers
IC 764 · ICE 370 · ICE 124 · IC 355808:59AM8h46
Zurich HB05:45PMSchiphol Airport
$1751One-way
3 transfers
IC 764 · ICE 370 · IC 1745 · ICE 12208:59AM10h46
Zurich HB07:45PMSchiphol Airport
$1441One-way
4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €128.
Distance: 380 miles (613 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€117 Average price | €221 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest |
10h 53m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 54m Average total duration 13h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 2:45 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 764 · ICE 370 · ICE 124 · IC 3558 | 7:59 AM Zurich HB | 8h46 | 4:45 PM Schiphol Airport | 3 transfers | |
| IC 764 · ICE 370 · IC 1745 · ICE 122 | 7:59 AM Zurich HB | 10h46 | 6:45 PM Schiphol Airport | 4 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Switzerland
Netherlands
Trains from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 11:53. The fastest train covers the 380 miles (613 km) distance in 8h 34m.
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 $34 (€27)
Distance 380 miles (613 km) |
Average train duration 10h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 8h 34m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 11:53 |
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 $34 (€27)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SBB from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol trainsDeutsche Bahn, SBB trains will get you between Zurich and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from $34 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Duration
8h 43m
Cheapest Price
$84 (€68)
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.
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.
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.
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
SBB
About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
16h 21m
Cheapest Price
$175 (€142)
SBB frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol 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 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $71 (€58), while the average price is around $145 (€117).
A day trip from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is not feasible as the journey takes 8h 34m, covering a distance of 380 miles (613 km). There are 3 trains per day available for this route.
The distance by train from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is 380 miles (613 km).
The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is by bus, with a cost of around $34 (€27).
The first train from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol leaves at 5:59 AM.
The train journey from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol offers scenic views, especially in the initial segments through Switzerland and parts of Germany, where passengers can enjoy picturesque landscapes, rolling hills, and charming villages. However, the scenery becomes more urban as the train approaches the Netherlands.
Yes, you can take the train from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
The train from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol takes 8h 34m and runs 3 per day.
The last train from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol leaves at 11:53 AM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Zurich
Amsterdam
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
5 km
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
Dining
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 240 places, covered
Car Rental
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transit options for Zürich Altstetten
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
Zürich Stadelhofen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
Dining
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1000 places, covered
Car Rental
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
Public transit options for Zürich Stadelhofen
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
Zürich Hardbrücke
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
3 kmNumber of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking available nearby with several parking options
Dining
- Brisket Southern BBQ & Bar
- Les Halles
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- 25hours Hotel Zürich West
- Sheraton Zürich Hotel
- Novotel Zurich City West
Bike Parking
- 800 places, covered
Information Desk
- Located on the main concourse
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for S-Bahn and regional trains
Public transit options for Zürich Hardbrücke
- Tram: Line 4, Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
Zürich, Oerlikon Bahnhof Nord
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
Distance to city center
5 kmAmenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Shower
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmNumber of platforms
26Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
- Cost CHF 12
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- 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
Public transit options for Zürich HB
- 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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