- Must visit
Museo Civico e Pinacoteca del Palazzo Malatestiano
Main civic museum with archaeology, paintings, and local history collections inside the former Malatesta palace complex.
Cheapest price
€176
Average price
€176
Fastest journey
12 h 49 m
Average duration
12 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Fano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Fano will cost around €176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €176.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Fano without transferring at least 2 times.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Fano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €64, and a flight costs an average of €382.
Distance: 326 miles (525 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€135 Average price | €68 Average price Cheapest | €474 Average price | €119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 36m Average total duration 23h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 26m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Fano:
A bus is €67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Fano costing on average €135.
A bus is €406 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Fano costing on average €474.
Other travel options to Fano take longer:
Flight takes on average 9h 26m.
Bus takes on average 23h 6m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (6h 26m by train vs 6h 53m by car). Tickets start at around €135 compared to roughly €119 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.
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Zurich to Fano run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €117 but you can travel from only €64 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 17:33. The fastest train covers the 326 miles (525 km) distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 326 miles (525 km) |
Average train duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €117 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 8h 16m |
First train 5:09 AM |
Last train 5:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Fano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fano trip today.
Main civic museum with archaeology, paintings, and local history collections inside the former Malatesta palace complex.
Archaeological route revealing Roman remains beneath the city, including structures linked to ancient Fanum Fortunae.
Museum dedicated to the Via Flaminia, explaining the Roman road's history and Fano's importance along the route.
Fano's main square, framed by historic palaces and cafés, ideal for architecture, people-watching, and city orientation.
Historic quarter around Roman remains and medieval streets, rewarding slow walks with layered urban history.
Lively central street connecting key monuments, lined with elegant buildings and local shops in the old town.
Brodetto alla fanese is Fano's traditional Adriatic fish stew, made with mixed catch and tomato. It is a hallmark of the port city's seafaring cooking.
Moretta fanese is a strong local coffee drink with espresso, anise, rum and brandy. It was created by fishermen and remains one of Fano's signature beverages.
Passatelli in brodo are breadcrumbs, eggs and cheese formed into short noodles and served in broth. In Marche they are a beloved festive comfort dish.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined seafood tasting menus and creative Marche cuisine in a polished contemporary setting.
Well-regarded seafood restaurant focused on Adriatic fish dishes, including brodetto, with a classic atmosphere near the historic center.
Casual local spot for piadina, crescie and simple Marche specialties. Good for an informal meal with regional flavors.
Moderate for Italy: dining is reasonable, hotels rise in summer, and local buses are low-cost for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Fano Railway Station -> Piazza XX Settembre, Fano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Fano 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 Fano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Fano trains use the Zürich HB to Fano station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Fano 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.
Fano is 2 km from Fano city centre. Public transport options include:
Fano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Isaan Thai Restaurant, McDonald's
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Fano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fano. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fano: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Augustus, Hotel De La Ville, Hotel Amelia.
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