The average train between Zurich and Turnhout takes 13h 45m and the fastest train takes 9h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Turnhout. 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 3 times a day between Zurich and Turnhout. 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 Turnhout at 12:53 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 13h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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15h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Turnhout? 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 Turnhout. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Turnhout station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 45m.
Zurich to Turnhout train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Turnhout train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Turnhout station.
Book your Zurich to Turnhout train tickets online with SBB GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Zurich and Turnhout is 511.4 km. The road distance is 890 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Turnhout via Basel SBB, Frankfurt, and Brussels-Nord in around 10h 15m.