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Taking the train from Zurich Hb to Brussels Central in 6 hours 44 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Zurich Hb to Brussels Central? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 55 minutes to travel the 305 miles (491 km) from Zurich Hb to Brussels Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 6 hours 44 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 32 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Zurich Hb to Brussels Central start from £56.88 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than 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 Brussels Central? 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 Brussels Central by train
It takes an average of 8h 55m to travel from Zurich Hb to Brussels Central by train, over a distance of around 305 miles (491 km). There are normally 32 trains per day travelling from Zurich Hb to Brussels Central and tickets for this journey start from £56.88 when you book in advance.
| First train | 00:08 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:08 | |
| Departure station | Zurich Hb | |
| Arrival station | Brussels Central | |
| Journey time | From 6h 44m | |
| Distance | 305 miles (491 km) | |
| Frequency | 32 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £56.88 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus |
FAQs about the train journey from Zurich Hb to Brussels Central
Want to know more about your journey from Zurich Hb to Brussels Central? 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 Zurich Hb to Brussels Central
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 Brussels Central 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.