The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Grenoble
Cheapest price
$186
Average price
$212
Fastest journey
6 h 6 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Grenoble is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Grenoble will cost around $212 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $186.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Grenoble without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zurich to Grenoble
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €99.
Distance: 203 miles (327 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€143 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich to Grenoble train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Grenoble trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:34 PM Zurich | 6h06 | 9:40 PM Grenoble | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:34 PM Zurich | 18h05 | 12:39 PM Grenoble | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:34 AM Zurich | 7h05 | 2:39 PM Grenoble | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:34 AM Zurich | 7h05 | 6:39 PM Grenoble | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Zurich to Grenoble trains with Omio?
SNCF | TGV Lyria as well as SNCF TER and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Zurich to Grenoble. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Zurich to Grenoble.
Why book with Omio vs SNCF | TGV Lyria?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | TGV Lyria, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF TER and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Grenoble.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF | TGV Lyria with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Zurich to Grenoble.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While SNCF | TGV Lyria tickets can be bought on SNCF | TGV Lyria's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of SNCF TER and Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Zurich to Grenoble.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Zurich to Grenoble.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Grenoble
Trains from Zurich to Grenoble run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $123 (€99) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:34, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 203 miles (327 km) distance in 6h 6m.
Distance 203 miles (327 km) |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $123 (€99) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 6m |
First train 07:34 |
Last train 18:34 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Grenoble trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF TER, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Grenoble from $40 (€32). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF TER
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Grenoble
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Grenoble 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 Grenoble, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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