The average train between Zurich and Alessandria takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Alessandria. 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 Zurich and Alessandria. The earliest departure is at 7:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Alessandria at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Como S.Giovanni and take an average of 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 11m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Alessandria? 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 Zurich to Alessandria. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB station and arriving at Alessandria station via Como S. Giovanni station and Milano Centrale station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.
Zurich to Alessandria train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Alessandria train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Alessandria station.
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The distance between Zurich and Alessandria is 273.3 km. The road distance is 366 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Alessandria via Como S.Giovanni and Milano Centrale in around 6h 15m.