The average train between Brussels and Zurich takes 8h 9m and the fastest train takes 6h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels 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 every 3 hours between Brussels and Zurich. The earliest departure is at 5:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 10:13 PM which arrives into Zurich at 12:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 8h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 13m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Brussels 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 Brussels to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Zurich station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.
Brussels to Zurich train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.
Brussels to Zurich train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Zürich HB station.
Book your Brussels to Zurich train tickets online with Eurostar, TGV inOui and 3 other operators.
The distance between Brussels and Zurich is 493.4 km. The road distance is 976 km.
You can take a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Zürich HB via Paris Nord, Paris Est, Strasbourg, Basel Sbb, and Basel SBB in around 7h 3m.