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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Civitavecchia
Main civic museum with archaeology, art, and maritime history. The best place to understand Civitavecchia from Roman times to the modern port.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€149
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€199
Fastest journey on Sep 19
8 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
8 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 19
10
Distance
640 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Civitavecchia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Civitavecchia will cost around €199 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €149.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Civitavecchia without transferring at least 2 times.
EuroCity 153+
Regionale Veloce 3029+
InterCityNotte 795
EuroCity 25+
Intercity 687+
InterCityNotte 799
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 9647+
Regionale Veloce 4140
EuroCity 11+
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+
Regionale Veloce 4134
EuroCity 21+
FRECCIAROSSA 9651+
Regionale 4506
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 9647+
Regionale Veloce 4140
EuroCity 11+
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+
Regionale Veloce 4134
EuroCity 21+
FRECCIAROSSA 9651+
Regionale 4506
EuroCity 13+
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+
Intercity 518
EuroCity 37+
FRECCIAROSSA 9559+
Regionale 12668Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Civitavecchia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €163 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €163, while a flight costs an average of €448.
Distance: 397 miles (640 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€163 Average price Cheapest | €448 Average price | €239 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Civitavecchia:
A train is €285 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Civitavecchia costing on average €448.
Other travel options to Civitavecchia take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 23m.
The journey is about 37m faster (8h 23m by train vs 9h 0m by car) and roughly €77 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€163 vs €239). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Civitavecchia trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ Regionale Veloce 4134 | 6:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h43 | 3:16 PM Civitavecchia station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Intercity 518 | 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h59 | 4:32 PM Civitavecchia station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 301+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 10h45 | 7:18 PM Civitavecchia station | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 153+ Regionale Veloce 3029+ InterCityNotte 795 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 12h02 | 10:35 PM Civitavecchia station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Regionale 4504 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 9h01 | 8:34 PM Civitavecchia station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9647+ Regionale Veloce 4140 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h43 | 9:16 PM Civitavecchia station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9651+ Regionale 4506 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h48 | 10:21 PM Civitavecchia station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 37+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559+ Regionale 12668 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h59 | 11:32 PM Civitavecchia station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 123+ FRECCIAROSSA 9663+ Regionale 34546 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 9h13 | 12:46 AM Civitavecchia station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 25+ Intercity 687+ InterCityNotte 799 | 5:33 PM Zurich HB | 11h25 | 4:58 AM Civitavecchia station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Zurich to Civitavecchia run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €103 but you can travel from only €58 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:54, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 397 miles (640 km) distance in 7h 14m.
Distance 397 miles (640 km) |
Average train duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €103 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 7h 14m |
First train 12:54 AM |
Last train 10:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Civitavecchia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Civitavecchia trip today.
Main civic museum with archaeology, art, and maritime history. The best place to understand Civitavecchia from Roman times to the modern port.
Exhibition spaces inside the historic fortress occasionally host art and cultural displays. Visit for the setting as much as the temporary shows.
Archaeological display area associated with the Roman baths site. Useful for interpreting the ruins and the long thermal tradition of the territory.
Elegant waterfront boulevard lined with palms and views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Ideal for strolling, people-watching, and catching the evening light.
Large seafront square and promenade facing the harbor. A classic meeting place for walks, sea views, and watching ferries come and go.
The city's main marina and public waterfront. Popular for boats, sunsets, and easy walking between the port, fortress, and seaside promenade.
Tomato-based fish soup from the Tyrrhenian coast, made with mixed local catch. It is a classic port dish tied to Civitavecchia's seafaring tradition.
Simple spaghetti with clams, olive oil, garlic, and parsley. A staple along the Lazio coast, prized for very fresh shellfish from local waters.
Squid stuffed with herbs, breadcrumbs, and often tentacles, then baked or stewed. Popular in local seafood cooking and common in family-style meals.
Established seafood restaurant near the port, known for fresh fish dishes and polished service in a classic, reliable setting.
Well-known traditional seafood spot with a relaxed atmosphere, appreciated for pasta with shellfish and straightforward coastal cooking.
Casual local venue focused on Roman-Lazio and seafood dishes, offering a welcoming atmosphere popular with residents and visitors.
Moderate for Italy: lodging can rise on cruise days, but dining and local transit are usually reasonable versus Rome and other major tourist hubs.
Service may be included or a coperto charged. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated, not required. Taxis: round up. Cafes: small change is fine.
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Civitavecchia railway station -> Piazza Leandra, Civitavecchia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Civitavecchia 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 Civitavecchia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Civitavecchia trains use the Zürich HB to Civitavecchia station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Civitavecchia 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.
Civitavecchia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Bettolino, Ristorante Pizzeria da Baffone
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Civitavecchia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Civitavecchia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Civitavecchia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Civitavecchia: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Civitavecchia: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Giorgio, Hotel de La Ville, Hotel Traiano.
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