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La Boverie
Major fine arts museum in La Boverie park, presenting Belgian and international art in a refined riverside setting with regular temporary shows.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Liège among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a train costs an average of $77.
Distance: 262 miles (423 km)
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$187 Average price | $162 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $202 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 10m Average total duration 10h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Liège:
A bus is $103 (€85) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Liège costing on average $162 (€133).
A bus is $128 (€105) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Liège costing on average $187 (€153).
Other travel options to Liège take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 22m.
Bus takes on average 10h 40m.
The journey is about 19m faster (6h 22m by train vs 6h 41m by car) and roughly $16 (€13) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($187 (€153) vs $202 (€166)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Liège trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9206+ 9471 | 6:58 AM Zurich HB | 13h11 | 8:09 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1 transfer | |
IC 772 · ICE 2558 · IC 2041 · ICE 10 | On time 12:59 PM Zurich HB | 8h45 | 9:44 PM Liège-Guillemins | 3 transfers | |
IC 772 · ICE 2558 · ICE 516 · S19 | 12:59 PM Zurich HB | 8h42 | 9:41 PM Liège-Guillemins | 5 transfers | |
IR 1772 · IC 620 · ECE 4 · ICE 224 | On time 1:29 PM Zurich HB | 9h14 | 10:43 PM Liège-Guillemins | 5 transfers | |
ICE 104 · ICE 10 | On time 1:59 PM Zurich HB | 7h45 | 9:44 PM Liège-Guillemins | 1 transfer | |
ICE 104 · ICE 562 · Bus 82143 · IC 5343 | On time 1:59 PM Zurich HB | 9h56 | 11:55 PM Liège-Guillemins | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Zurich to Liège run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 262 miles (423 km) distance in 6h 44m.
Distance 262 miles (423 km) |
Average train duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€63) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 44m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Major fine arts museum in La Boverie park, presenting Belgian and international art in a refined riverside setting with regular temporary shows.
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Liège-Guillemins -> Place Saint-Lambert
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Liège 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 Liège, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Liège trains use the Zürich HB to Liège-Guillemins station pair, with some services arriving at Liège-Jonfosse. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Liège 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.
Zürich Stadelhofen 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Liège-Guillemins is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
Liège-Guillemins has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Concordia, Brasserie Le Sauvenière
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Liège-Guillemins. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Liège-Guillemins. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liège-Guillemins: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liège-Guillemins: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Liège Guillemins, Hotel Husa de la Couronne, Univers Hotel & Restaurant.
Liège-Palais is 1 km from Liège city centre. Public transport options include:
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