The average train between Bristol and Zurich takes 11h 40m and the fastest train takes 8h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Zurich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Bristol and Zurich. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Zurich at 2:26 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 11h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Zurich? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Zurich station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.
Bristol to Zurich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Zurich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Zuerich Hb station.
Book your Bristol to Zurich train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Bristol and Zurich is 924.3 km. The road distance is 1,258 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Zuerich Hb via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 9h 57m.