The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Salerno station
Cheapest price
$165
Average price
$165
Fastest journey
17 h 22 m
Average duration
17 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
894 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Salerno station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Salerno station will cost around $165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $165.
Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich for Salerno station on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 894 km distance in an average of 17 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 22 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 17 h 22 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.
5:33 AM17h22Zurich10:55 PMSalerno station$1651One-way0 transfers
5:33 AM17h22Zurich10:55 PMSalerno station$1651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zurich to Salerno station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Salerno station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $73.
Distance: 555 miles (894 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$229 Average price | $256 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $244 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration Fastest 7h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 24m Average total duration 21h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Salerno station:
A bus is $144 (€118) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Salerno station costing on average $229 (€188).
A bus is $171 (€140) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Salerno station costing on average $256 (€210).
Other travel options to Salerno station take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 43m.
Bus takes on average 21h 54m.
The journey is about 29m faster (10h 43m by train vs 11h 12m by car) and roughly $15 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($229 (€188) vs $244 (€200)). 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.
Live departures
Zurich to Salerno station train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Salerno station trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:33 PM Zurich | 15h54 | 11:27 AM Salerno station | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 5:33 AM Zurich | 17h22 | 10:55 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Salerno station
Trains from Zurich to Salerno station run on average 10 times per day, taking around 10h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $165 (€135) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 10:33. The fastest train covers the 555 miles (894 km) distance in 9h 32m.
Distance 555 miles (894 km) |
Average train duration 10h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $165 (€135) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 9h 32m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 10:33 AM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Salerno station trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Salerno station from $46 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Frecciarossa
Italo
Intercity Notte
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Salerno station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Salerno station 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 Salerno station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Salerno station
- 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, with access from Piazza Vittorio Veneto
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- La Botte Pazza
- Puro
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- Hotel Montestella
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Naples, Rome, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Line 1
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