The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Calais
Cheapest price
$314
Average price
$314
Fastest journey
8 h 23 m
Average duration
8 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
629 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Calais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Calais will cost around $314 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $314.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Calais without transferring at least once.
9210+
K16 (16394)
9210+
K16 (16394)Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Zurich to Calais
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Calais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, and a flight costs an average of $230.
Distance: 390 miles (629 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$226 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $331 Average price |
6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 50m Average total duration 18h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 44m Average total duration 10h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zurich to Calais train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Calais trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9210+ K16 (16394) | On time 7:59 AM Zurich HB | 8h23 | 4:22 PM Calais Ville | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Calais
Trains from Zurich to Calais run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $116 (€95) but you can travel from only $66 (€54) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 390 miles (629 km) distance in 6h 39m.
Distance 390 miles (629 km) |
Average train duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $116 (€95) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 39m |
First train 06:34 |
Last train 17:16 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI from Zurich to Calais trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Zurich and Calais from $66 (€54). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Calais
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Calais 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 Calais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Calais
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road leading to the station.
- Le Channel
- Restaurant du Golf
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Calais
- Hotel Meurice
- Hotel de la Plage
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Eurostar check-in
- Hall 2: TGV and TER platforms
- Hall 3: parking and car rental services
- Bus: Line 1 from Calais city center
- Shuttle services available from Calais ferry terminal
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with 24/7 access.
- Le Channel
- Au Cote d'Argent
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Meurice
- Holiday Inn Calais
- Hotel de la Plage
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Balad'in free bus service connects to various parts of the city.
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