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How to travel from Barcelona to Zürich by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Barcelona to Zürich? Look no further.
You'll usually find 10 trains per day running between Barcelona and Zürich, which usually take 15 hours 5 minutes to complete the 836 km journey. It can take as little as 11 hours 32 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Zürich from Barcelona, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Barcelona to Zürich if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $177.28. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Barcelona to Zürich by train
It takes an average of 15h 5m to travel from Barcelona to Zürich by train, over a distance of around 520 miles (836 km). There are normally 10 trains per day traveling from Barcelona to Zürich and tickets for this journey start from $177.28 when you book in advance.
| First train | 8:19 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 4:34 pm | |
| Departure station | Barcelona | |
| Arrival station | Zürich | |
| Journey time | From 11h 32m | |
| Distance | 520 miles (836 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $177.28 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus |
FAQs about the train journey from Barcelona to Zürich
Want to know more about your journey from Barcelona to Zürich? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Zürich
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Barcelona to Zürich by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.