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Taking the train from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire in 6 hours 18 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 11 hours 3 minutes to travel the 259 miles (417 km) from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 18 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 13 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to La Charité-sur-Loire? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire by train

First train

05:59

Last train

23:04

Departure station

Zurich Hb

Arrival station

La Charité-sur-Loire

Journey time

From 6h 18m

Distance

259 miles (417 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

1 change

FAQs about the train journey from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire

Want to know more about your journey from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to La Charité-sur-Loire from Zurich Hb?

To travel to La Charité-sur-Loire from Zurich Hb, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 11 hours and 3 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 6 hours and 18 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire?

Trains from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire take an average of 11 hours and 3 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours and 18 minutes. You'll usually find 13 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Zurich Hb and La Charité-sur-Loire by train?

The quickest journey time between Zurich Hb and La Charité-sur-Loire by train is 6 hours and 18 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire?

No, there are no direct trains running from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire train times

Check out the next trains departing from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire for Tuesday 31st December 2024. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
08:3414:526h 18m, 2 changes
08:5916:007h 1m, 4 changes
10:3417:457h 11m, 3 changes
10:3418:107h 36m, 1 change
10:5917:456h 46m, 4 changes
12:3419:016h 27m, 2 changes
12:3420:137h 39m, 1 change
14:3409:4519h 11m, 2 changes
14:3410:1619h 42m, 1 change
16:3409:4517h 11m, 4 changes

Cheap train tickets from Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire

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 Zurich Hb to La Charité-sur-Loire 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.

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