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How to travel from Zürich to London by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Zürich to London? Look no further.
You'll usually find 19 trains per day running between Zürich and London, which usually take 11 hours 25 minutes to complete the 773 km journey. It can take as little as 7 hours 56 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 London from Zürich, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Zürich to London if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $246.96. 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.
Zürich to London by train
It takes an average of 11h 25m to travel from Zürich to London by train, over a distance of around 480 miles (773 km). There are normally 19 trains per day traveling from Zürich to London and tickets for this journey start from $246.96 when you book in advance.
| First train | 12:08 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:08 pm | |
| Departure station | Zürich | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 7h 56m | |
| Distance | 480 miles (773 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $246.96 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus |
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Zürich to London?
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Zürich to London?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
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.