The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Dax
Cheapest price
$303
Average price
$450
Fastest journey
9 h 48 m
Average duration
9 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
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 $450 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $303.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich for Dax on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 850 km distance in an average of 9 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 48 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 9 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




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 €78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €78, and a train costs an average of €173.
Distance: 528 miles (850 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€214 Average price | €161 Average price | €78 Average price Cheapest |
13h 1m Average total duration 12h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 5m Average total duration 20h 35m 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 tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:59 AM Zurich | 9h48 | 4:47 PM Dax | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:34 AM Zurich | 9h53 | 7:27 PM Dax | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Zurich to Dax trains with Omio?
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) operates all train services from Zurich to Dax. Omio is the only official third party seller for Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) tickets.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) tickets can only be bought on Omio or Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)'s website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Zurich to Dax.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Dax
Trains from Zurich to Dax run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $216 (€173) but you can travel from only $97 (€78) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 528 miles (850 km) distance in 9h 53m.
Distance 528 miles (850 km) |
Average train duration 12h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $216 (€173) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 9h 53m |
First train 06:09 |
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 $97 (€78). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
- 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 - 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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