- Must visit
Casa natale di Gabriele d'Annunzio
Important house museum where Gabriele d'Annunzio was born; essential for literature lovers and local history.
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$195
Fastest journey
8 h 11 m
Average duration
8 h 23 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
704 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Pescara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Pescara will cost around $195 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Pescara without transferring at least once.
EuroCity 153+
Intercity 613
EuroCity 21+
FRECCIAROSSA 9811
EuroCity 25+
InterCityNotte 765
EuroCity 19+
FRECCIAROSSA 9809
EuroCity 19+
FRECCIAROSSA 9809+
Regionale 19785
EuroCity 19+
FRECCIAROSSA 9547 · FRECCIAROSSA 8815
EuroCity 21+
FRECCIAROSSA 9811
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 8819
EuroCity 19+
FRECCIAROSSA 9809
EuroCity 37+
FRECCIAROSSA 9559 · FRECCIAROSSA 8823Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Pescara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 437 miles (704 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$151 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $250 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 2m Average total duration Fastest 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 28m Average total duration 13h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Pescara:
A bus is $76 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Pescara costing on average $151 (€151).
Other travel options to Pescara take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 58m.
Tickets start at around $151 (€151) compared to roughly $250 (€250) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $100 (€100). The journey takes 9h 32m versus 8h 56m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Pescara trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9559 · FRECCIAROSSA 8823+ EuroCity 37 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h37 | 11:10 PM Pescara | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 613 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 11h37 | 10:10 PM Pescara | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 · FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h11 | 7:44 PM Pescara | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9809+ Regionale 19785 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h47 | 8:20 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9809+ Regionale 19785 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h45 | 8:18 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 8h24 | 7:57 PM Pescara | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h21 | 8:54 PM Pescara | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9811 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 8h20 | 9:53 PM Pescara | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Zurich to Pescara run on average 18 times per day, taking around 9h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€76) but you can travel from only $38 (€38) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 437 miles (704 km) distance in 8h 11m.
Distance 437 miles (704 km) |
Average train duration 9h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€76) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 8h 11m |
First train 1:08 AM |
Last train 10:49 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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Important house museum where Gabriele d'Annunzio was born; essential for literature lovers and local history.
Museum on the people, traditions, and crafts of Abruzzo, with engaging displays inside the old Bourbon complex.
Art venue dedicated to painter Basilio Cascella, showing works tied to Abruzzo identity and family creativity.
Long seafront promenade ideal for walking, cycling, and beach views; one of the city's most popular public spaces.
Historic old-town area with museums, churches, and traces of ancient Pescara, best explored on foot.
Modern riverside bridge and walkway offering panoramic views over the river mouth, marina, and Adriatic coast.
Brodetto alla Pescarese is a rich Adriatic fish stew simmered with tomato, garlic and peppers, reflecting Pescara’s strong seafaring cooking traditions.
Arrosticini are skewers of grilled sheep meat, a signature of Abruzzo, prized for their smoky flavor and central role in local social meals.
Spaghetti Alla Chitarra are square-cut egg pasta strands, traditionally made with a chitarra tool and often served with hearty Abruzzese ragù.
Established seafood restaurant known for refined Adriatic fish dishes and a polished yet relaxed setting near central Pescara.
Well-known traditional spot appreciated for Abruzzese classics, including arrosticini and homemade pasta, in a warm casual atmosphere.
Reliable local seafood venue with strong reputation for fresh catch, pasta alle vongole and classic coastal cooking in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels often cost less than Rome or Florence, while dining, beach snacks, and local transit stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes only if service was table-based.
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Pescara Aeroporto -> Pescara Centrale, Pescara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Pescara 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 Pescara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Pescara trains use the Zürich HB to Pescara Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Pescara Porta Nuova. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Pescara 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.
Pescara Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pescara Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carlton, B&B Hotel Pescara, Hotel Ambra Palace.
Pescara Porta Nuova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Porta Nuova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Salus, Hotel Regent, Hotel Carlton.
Pescara, Tribunale is 1 km from Pescara city centre. Public transport options include:
Pescara, Tribunale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Pescara, Tribunale.
ATMs are available at Pescara, Tribunale.
Available at Pescara, Tribunale: Parking, WC.
Available at Pescara, Tribunale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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