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About the train journey from Zurich Airport to Imperia

Want to travel from Zurich Airport to Imperia by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Zurich Airport to Imperia usually takes 9 hours 15 minutes on average to travel 247 miles (398 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 7 hours 10 minutes. You can expect to find 11 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren’t any direct services running between Zurich Airport and Imperia, you’ll need to make 2 changes on your way to Imperia. You can choose to travel with Frecciabianca, Trenitalia or SBB to get to Imperia. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Zurich Airport to Imperia in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Imperia, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you’re ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

Trains to Imperia from Zurich Airport

First train

07:15

Last train

22:45

Departure stationZurich Airport
Arrival stationImperia
Journey time

From 7h 10m

Distance

247 miles (398 km)

Frequency

11 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train and bus operators

SBB CFF FFS, Trenitalia

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Zurich Airport to Imperia?

Want to know more about your journey from Zurich Airport to Imperia? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Imperia from Zurich Airport?

To travel to Imperia from Zurich Airport, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 9 hours and 15 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 7 hours and 10 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Zurich Airport to Imperia?

Trains from Zurich Airport to Imperia take an average of 9 hours and 15 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 7 hours and 10 minutes. You'll usually find 11 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 Airport and Imperia by train?

The quickest journey time between Zurich Airport and Imperia by train is 7 hours and 10 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Zurich Airport to Imperia?

No, there are no direct trains running from Zurich Airport to Imperia, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

What are the train times from Zurich Airport to Imperia?

Check out the next trains departing from Zurich Airport to Imperia for Tuesday 7th October 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
06:1513:267h 11m, 2 changes
07:1516:108h 55m, 4 changes
08:1516:278h 12m, 3 changes
10:1517:267h 11m, 2 changes
12:1519:257h 10m, 2 changes
14:1522:007h 45m, 3 changes
14:1522:248h 9m, 2 changes
14:4822:247h 36m, 3 changes
16:1505:1412h 59m, 4 changes
18:1509:1314h 58m, 5 changes

SBB, Trenitalia, Frecciabianca and Intercity trains from Zurich Airport to Imperia

You can travel from Zurich Airport to Imperia on SBB, Trenitalia, Frecciabianca and Intercity trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).

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Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.

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Frecciabianca trains operate outside Trenitalia high-speed lines. Offering more than 40 daily routes, they're capable of reaching a maximum speed of 125 mph (200 km/h). Frecciabianca trains connect the centres of northern and southern Italy, running along the Adriatic and Tyrrhenian coasts. All Frecciabianca trains have power sockets and large reclining seats, as well as ample space for luggage. There are two classes of service – First Class and Second Class.

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Photo: Chris0693, under licence CC3.0

Trenitalia's Intercity trains run on standard lines outside the high-speed network, offering more than 90 trains a day that guarantee long and medium distance connections, ensuring wide coverage of the rail network. All Intercity trains are modern and comfortable with plenty of seats, retractable tables, power sockets, air conditioning, courtesy lights and plenty of luggage space. Intercity Night trains allow you to travel overnight in cabins with beds, berths or seating.

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What Frecciabianca, Intercity, Regional trains and Trenitalia Eurocity classes are there from Zurich Airport to Imperia?

Compare the different travel classes offered by Frecciabianca, Intercity, Regional trains and Trenitalia Eurocity when travelling from Zurich Airport to Imperia.

Second Class

In Second Class, you'll find comfy seats with fold-down tables, reading lights and power sockets. Feeling peckish? Head to the FrecciaBistrò café-bar counter located in the middle part of the train to get food and drinks.

  • SnowflakeSnowflakeAir-conditioning
  • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
  • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
  • SeatSeatFold-down table
  • PlugPlugPower sockets at each seat
  • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom

    First Class

    Enjoy larger and comfier seats in Frecciabianca's First Class. In carriage 3, you'll also find a bar service as well as baby changing facilities, if you're travelling with your baby.

    • SnowflakeSnowflakeAir-conditioning
    • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
    • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
    • SeatSeatFold-down table
    • PlugPlugPower sockets at each seat
    • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom

      Second Class Easy

      Travel in Second Class Easy and enjoy seats with fold-down tables, power sockets and a bar carriage in the middle of the train.

      • SnowflakeSnowflakeAir-conditioning
      • PlusPlusClothes hanger
      • CoffeeCoffeeVending machine
      • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
      • SeatSeatSeat reservation
      • SeatSeatFold-down table
      • PlugPlugPower sockets at each seat
      • ReadingReadingReading light
      • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom

        First Class Plus

        In addition to all the amenities in Second Class Easy, you'll get to enjoy more spacious seats and legroom in First Class Plus.

        • SnowflakeSnowflakeAir-conditioning
        • PlusPlusClothes hanger
        • CoffeeCoffeeVending machine
        • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
        • SeatSeatSeat reservation
        • SeatSeatFold-down table
        • PlugPlugPower sockets at each seat
        • ReadingReadingReading light
        • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom

          Second Class

          Enjoy your journey with Trenitalia's regional trains. A First Class service may be available on some routes.

          • SnowflakeSnowflakeAir-conditioning
          • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
          • PlugPlugPower sockets

            Second Class

            From spacious armchairs to at-seat power sockets and reading lights, you’ve got everything you need to enjoy your journey in EuroCity's Second Class.

            • SeatSeatSeat reservation
            • PlugPlugPower sockets
            • PlusPlusClothes hanger
            • ReadingReadingReading light
            • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
            • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
            • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
            • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom

              First Class

              In addition to all the services available in Second Class, you’ll get to enjoy extra-wide and comfier seats, more legroom, and an at-seat catering service in EuroCity’s First Class:

              • SeatSeatSeat reservation
              • PlugPlugPower sockets
              • PlusPlusClothes hanger
              • ReadingReadingReading light
              • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
              • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
              • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
              • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom

                What are the onboard services on Frecciabianca, Intercity, Regional trains and Trenitalia Eurocity?

                Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Zurich Airport to Imperia.

                LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?
                • You can take your bags on board Frecciabianca trains free of charge.
                • In most cases, there are no luggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
                RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?
                • You can go to the FrecciaBistrò café-bar counter located in the middle part of the train to get snacks, main courses, and drinks.
                • You can also order your favourite meal from the comfort of your seat – go to the entertainment portal called Portale FRECCE and use the EasyBistrò service or ask a member of staff.
                WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

                At the moment, Frecciabianca trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power sockets that are available at your seat.

                ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
                • Children under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (standard fare).
                • Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off.
                • Bimbi Gratis offer: You can also get free travel for children under 15 plus 40% off Base tickets for adults, if you’re travelling in a family group of 2 to 5 people (including at least one adult and one child).
                ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
                • You can travel with your bike for free on all Frecciabianca trains, provided it’s not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm.
                • Your bike must be disassembled or folded and stored in a bag in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
                PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
                • Small pets can travel on all Frecciabianca trains free of charge if they’re placed in a carrier or cage with max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm.
                • Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
                • Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
                WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

                If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

                InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

                Air-conditioning is available on all Frecciabianca trains.

                LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?
                • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Intercity trains free of charge.
                • In most cases, there are no luggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
                RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

                You can get snacks and drinks from the vending machines available in coach 3. Gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.

                WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

                At the moment, Intercity trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power sockets that are available at your seat.

                ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
                • Children under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (standard fare).
                • Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off.
                • Bimbi Gratis offer: You can also get free travel for children under 15 plus 40% off Base tickets for adults, if you’re travelling in a family group of 2 to 5 people (including at least one adult and one child).
                ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
                • You can travel with your bike for free on all Intercity trains, provided it’s not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm. Your bike must be disassembled or folded and stored in a bag in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
                • If you can't fold your bike, some Intercity trains allow you to take your bike on board. However, you’ll need to book a space and buy a ticket. There are 6 bike spaces in coach 3 and 2 e-bike chargers.
                PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
                • Small pets can travel on all Intercity trains free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm.
                • Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
                • Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
                WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

                If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

                InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

                Air-conditioning is available on all Intercity trains.

                LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?
                • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge.
                • In most cases, there are no luggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
                RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

                At the moment, a restaurant service is not available on Trenitalia's regional trains. However, you can take your own food on board so pick up some snacks at the station before you set off.

                WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

                Trenitalia's regional trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power sockets that are available at your seat.

                ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
                • Children under 4 can travel for free if they’re accompanied by an adult and a seat is not assigned to them.
                • Children aged 4-11 can get 50% off. Older children will need to have a full-price ticket.
                ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
                • You can take your bike, hoverboard, monowheel or e-scooter free of charge if it can be folded and doesn’t exceed these dimensions: 120 x 80 x 45cm.
                • If your bike can’t be folded, you’ll need to buy a bike ticket or another Second Class ticket.
                PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
                • Small pets can travel on Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge if they’re placed in a carrier or cage with max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm.
                • Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
                • Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
                WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

                If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

                InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

                Air-conditioning is available on Trenitalia's regional trains.

                LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?
                • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Eurocity trains free of charge.
                • In most cases, there are no luggage size limits – you can even travel with musical instruments and sports equipment. You’ll just need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
                RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?
                • You’ll find a Bar-Bistrò on Eurocity trains that are travelling between Italy, Switzerland and Germany.
                • A minibar trolley service is also available – you can choose from a wide range of snacks and drinks.
                WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

                Free WiFi is available on Eurocity Giruno trains.

                ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

                Children under 4 can travel for free if they're accompanied by an adult and don't occupy a seat.

                ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

                Not all Eurocity trains allow you to take your bike on board – you’ll need to check in advance if you can travel with your bike. If that’s the case, you’ll need to buy a ticket and book your bike space before departure at the ticket office.

                PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

                Guide and assistance dogs can travel for free and don't need a ticket.

                WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

                All of Trenitalia’s Eurocity trains offer dedicated spaces to passengers with disabilities.

                InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

                A quiet area (or Area Silenzio) is available on all Eurocity Giruno trains.

                How do I find cheap train tickets from Zurich Airport to Imperia?

                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

                The price of train tickets from Zurich Airport to Imperia starts at § one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

                2. Be flexible with your travel times

                If you can, consider travelling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as many train companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

                3. Buy a rail pass

                If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Interrail Passes that are valid for travel within one country or multiple countries across Europe.

                4. Choose a slower or connecting train

                On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

                5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts

                Many train companies in Europe will often run sales on tickets throughout the year or offer discounts to senior/youth/group travellers, so keep an eye out!

                6. Take a night train

                Save on accommodation and use the night to travel by sleeper train to your next destination.

                For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

                §Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

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