The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Pavia
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Pavia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Pavia will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zurich for Pavia on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 247 km distance in an average of 5 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 48 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Pavia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Pavia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €90.
Distance: 153 miles (247 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€75 Average price | €48 Average price Cheapest | €141 Average price |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 5m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zurich to Pavia train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Pavia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:33 PM Zurich | 6h30 | 12:03 AM Pavia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 4:33 AM Zurich | 4h48 | 9:21 AM Pavia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trenitalia as well as Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) offer trains services from Zurich to Pavia. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Zurich to Pavia.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Zurich to Pavia.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Pavia
Trains from Zurich to Pavia run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 05:37 |
Last train 19:33 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Pavia trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Pavia from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Pavia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Pavia 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 Pavia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Pavia
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Access is available from Viale della Libertà.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Da Giulio
- Trattoria Da Lina
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Moderno
- Hotel Excelsior
- Hotel Aurora
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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