The average train between Ostend and Zurich takes 9h 47m and the fastest train takes 7h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Ostend 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 Ostend and Zurich. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ostend is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Zurich at 11:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 9h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Ostend 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 Ostend to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Ostend station and arriving at Zurich station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 47m.
Ostend to Zurich train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.
Ostend to Zurich train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Zuerich Hb station.
Book your Ostend to Zurich train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ostend and Zurich is 590.8 km. The road distance is 1,037 km.
You can take a train from Ostende to Zuerich Hb via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 8h 26m.