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MUSE - Museo delle Scienze
Trento’s flagship science museum designed by Renzo Piano, known for interactive exhibits on alpine nature, dinosaurs, climate, and innovation. A top choice for families and one of the city’s most-phot
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
6 h 14 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Trento is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Trento will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Trento without transferring at least once.
EuroCity 15+
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3844
EuroCity 15+
8997 · 8966
EuroCity 15+
8995 · 8966
EuroCity 13+
8995 · 8966
EuroCity 13+
9997 · 8966
FRECCIAROSSA 9749+
Intercity 610+
EuroCity 21
EuroCity 301+
Regionale Veloce 3850
EuroCity 301+
Regionale Veloce 3850 · Regionale TT 16935
FRECCIAROSSA 9747 · FRECCIAROSSA 8520+
EuroCity 151
FRECCIAROSSA 9757 · FRECCIAROSSA 8526+
EuroCity 123Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Trento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 150 miles (243 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$127 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $271 Average price | $191 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 53m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Trento:
A bus is $73 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Trento costing on average $127 (€104).
A bus is $218 (€178) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Trento costing on average $271 (€222).
Other travel options to Trento take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 21m.
Flight takes on average 9h 53m.
Tickets start at around $127 (€104) compared to roughly $191 (€156) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $64 (€52). The journey takes 6h 21m versus 5h 21m 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 Trento trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 13+ 8995 · 8966 | 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 15h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ Regionale 16694 | 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h57 | 2:30 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 13+ 9959 · 8966 | 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 15h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 301+ Regionale Veloce 3850 · Regionale TT 16935 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h36 | 3:09 PM Trento Santa Chiara | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 301+ Regionale Veloce 3850 · Regionale TT 16935 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h48 | 3:21 PM Povo-Mesiano | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 301+ 8995 · 8966 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 14h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 301+ 8997 · 8966 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 14h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 301+ 9959 · 8966 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 14h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 301+ Regionale Veloce 3850 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h19 | 2:52 PM Trento station | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3844 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h19 | 4:52 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15+ 8997 · 8966 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 13h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15+ 9959 · 8966 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 13h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15+ 8995 · 8966 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 13h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ 8995 · 8966 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 11h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ 8997 · 8966 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 11h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ 9959 · 8966 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 11h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3846 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 7h19 | 6:52 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ 8995 · 8966 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 10h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ Regionale TRENORD 2633+ Intercity 610 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h14 | 7:47 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ 9959 · 8966 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 10h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 151+ 8997 · 8966 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 10h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3848 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h19 | 8:52 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ 8995 · 8966 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 9h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ 8997 · 8966 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 9h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749+ Intercity 610 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h14 | 7:47 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ 9959 · 8966 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 9h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 123+ 8997 · 8966 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h11 | 10:44 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 123+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757 · FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h42 | 10:15 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 123+ Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 3760 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 7h26 | 10:59 PM Trento station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Zurich to Trento run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€59) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 17:59. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€59) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 5:37 AM |
Last train 5:59 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Trento — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trento trip today.
Trento’s flagship science museum designed by Renzo Piano, known for interactive exhibits on alpine nature, dinosaurs, climate, and innovation. A top choice for families and one of the city’s most-phot
Museum complex inside Trento’s great castle, with frescoes, decorative arts, archaeology, and historical collections. Combines major heritage value with one of the city’s most important monuments.
Museum on Piazza Duomo with sacred art, cathedral treasures, and works tied to the Council of Trent. It is ideal for understanding the city’s religious and artistic history in a central location.
Trento’s main square and the city’s visual centerpiece, framed by the cathedral, frescoed buildings, and Neptune Fountain. It is the essential place to start exploring the historic center.
Hill across the Adige with walking paths, the Battisti Mausoleum, and one of the best panoramic viewpoints over Trento. Popular for sunset walks and wide city views.
Historic street lined with painted palaces and civic buildings, linking major central squares. One of the best places to appreciate Trento’s elegant urban character on foot.
Bread dumplings from Trentino-Alto Adige, often enriched with speck, cheese, or herbs and served in broth or with butter. They reflect the region’s Alpine, Tyrolean culinary heritage.
Traditional spinach and bread gnocchi from Trentino, usually served with melted butter and sage. It is one of the area’s best-known rustic first courses.
A classic Trentino dish of lightly cured beef, served sliced with borlotti beans. It is a hallmark local specialty, especially around Trento and nearby Lake Garda areas.
Refined central restaurant and wine bar on Piazza Duomo, known for elegant Trentino cuisine, local wines, and a polished historic atmosphere.
Historic traditional trattoria in Trento, appreciated for classic regional dishes such as canederli, carne salada, and other hearty local specialties.
Well-known restaurant near the old center, offering Trentino and Italian cooking in an established, welcoming setting popular for both locals and visitors.
Moderate by Italian standards. Cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and alpine tourism can raise prices in peak seasons.
Service is usually included or modest. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 is appreciated in restaurants. Tips are not expected for coffee bars; round up taxis if helpful.
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Trento Railway Station, Trento -> Piazza Duomo, Trento
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Trento 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 Trento, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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