The average train between Zürich HB and France takes 8h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Zürich HB to France. 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 4 times a day between Zürich HB and France. The earliest departure is at 6:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zürich HB is at 6:34 PM which arrives into France at 8:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Mulhouse and take an average of 8h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Zürich HB to France? 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 Zürich HB to France. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB station and arriving at France station via Mulhouse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.
Zürich HB to France train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zürich HB to France train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.
The distance between Zürich HB and France is 511.6 km. The road distance is 612 km.
You can take a vehicle from Zürich HB to Hôtel de Ville via Zürich HB, Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Gare de Lyon in around 5h 32m.