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Compare bus, train, and flight for Zurich to Lier
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, and a flight costs an average of $236.
Distance: 315 miles (508 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$222 Average price | $93 Average price Cheapest | $272 Average price |
9h 17m Average total duration Fastest 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 50m Average total duration 18h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 20m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Zurich to Lier by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Lier
Trains from Zurich to Lier run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $210 (€171) but you can travel from only $79 (€64) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:39, the last at 09:39. The fastest train covers the 315 miles (508 km) distance in 8h 21m.
Distance 315 miles (508 km) |
Average train duration 8h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $210 (€171) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 8h 21m |
First train 9:39 AM |
Last train 9:39 AM |
Train companies: Trenitalia EuroCity, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Zurich to Lier trainsTrenitalia EuroCity, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Zurich and Lier from $79 (€64). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Trenitalia EuroCity
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Lier
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Lier 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 Lier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Lier
- 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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