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Compare train for Zurich to La Plagne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to La Plagne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $300. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $300, and a train costs an average of $300.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$328 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 10m Average total duration Fastest 10h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $328 (€264) compared to roughly $87 (€70) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-241.13 (€-194.02). The journey takes 10h 40m versus 5h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Zurich to La Plagne by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to La Plagne
Trains from Zurich to La Plagne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $300 (€241) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:38, the last at 13:00. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 10h 27m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 10h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $300 (€241) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 10h 27m |
First train 8:38 AM |
Last train 1:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to La Plagne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to La Plagne 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 La Plagne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to La Plagne
- 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
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