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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Dax
Cheapest price
$417
Average price
$417
Fastest journey
11 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
850 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Dax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Dax will cost around $417 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $417.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Dax without transferring at least 3 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Dax
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Dax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €93. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €93, and a flight costs an average of €174.
Distance: 528 miles (850 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€151 Average price | €176 Average price | €93 Average price Cheapest |
15h 21m Average total duration 14h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 20m Average total duration 24h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zurich to Dax train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Dax trains for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:34 AM Zurich | 8h32 | 8:06 PM Dax | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Dax
Switzerland
France
Trains from Zurich to Dax run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $190 (€151) but you can travel from only $117 (€93) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 528 miles (850 km) distance in 14h 51m.
Distance 528 miles (850 km) |
Average train duration 14h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $190 (€151) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 14h 51m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 22:18 |
Train companies: Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Dax trainsSwiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Dax from $117 (€93). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Dax
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Dax 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 Dax, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Dax
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
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week.
- Le Bistrot de la Gare
- La Cuisine à Domicile
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Miradour
- Le Richelieu
- Hôtel de Jouvence
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Couralin Grand Dax
- Several local bus lines available
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