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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Birmingham
Cheapest price
$662
Average price
$662
Fastest journey
8 h 22 m
Average duration
8 h 56 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
938 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Birmingham will cost around $662 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $662.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Birmingham without transferring at least 4 times.
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6:59 AM8h57Zurich3:56 PMBirmingham$6621One-way4 transfers- 1:34 PM8h22Zurich9:56 PMBirmingham$6621One-way4 transfers
- 3:34 PM9h30Zurich1:04 AMBirmingham$6621One-way4 transfers
- 1:34 PM8h22Zurich9:56 PMBirmingham$6621One-way4 transfers
- 6:59 AM8h57Zurich3:56 PMBirmingham$6621One-way4 transfers
- 3:34 PM9h30Zurich1:04 AMBirmingham$6621One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $106. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $106, and a train costs an average of $625.
Distance: 582 miles (938 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$664 Average price | $228 Average price | $184 Average price Cheapest | $319 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 49m Average total duration 29h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Birmingham:
A bus is $43 (€35) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Birmingham costing on average $228 (€184).
A bus is $480 (€387) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Birmingham costing on average $664 (€536).
Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 51m.
Bus takes on average 29h 19m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (11h 51m by train vs 11h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $664 (€536) compared to roughly $319 (€257) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Zurich to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Birmingham trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:34 PM Zurich | 19h22 | 1:56 PM Birmingham | 4 transfers | |
| Tuesday, May 26 | |||||
| 6:59 AM Zurich | 8h57 | 3:56 PM Birmingham | 4 transfers | |
| 1:34 PM Zurich | 8h22 | 9:56 PM Birmingham | 4 transfers | |
| 3:34 PM Zurich | 9h30 | 1:04 AM Birmingham | 4 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Birmingham
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Trains from Zurich to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $625 (€504) but you can travel from only $106 (€85) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 582 miles (938 km) distance in 7h 53m.
Distance 582 miles (938 km) |
Average train duration 11h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $625 (€504) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 53m |
First train 6:59 AM |
Last train 6:34 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Birmingham trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Birmingham from $106 (€85). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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