The average train between Zurich and Brussels takes 9h 10m and the fastest train takes 7h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Brussels. 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 4 hours between Zurich and Brussels. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Brussels at 9:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 9h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 27m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Brussels? 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 Brussels. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Brussels station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.
Zurich to Brussels train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Brussels train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Brussels-Nord station.
Book your Zurich to Brussels train tickets online with SBB GmbH and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Zurich and Brussels is 493.4 km. The road distance is 797 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Brussels-Nord via Basel SBB, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, and Frankfurt in around 7h 56m.