The average train between Zürich HB and Alba takes 8h 59m and the fastest train takes 6h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Zürich HB to Alba. 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 3 hours between Zürich HB and Alba. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zürich HB is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Alba at 10:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Lugano and take an average of 8h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 48m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zürich HB to Alba? 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 Alba. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB station and arriving at Alba station via Lugano station, Milano Centrale station and Torino Porta Susa station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.
Zürich HB to Alba train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zürich HB to Alba train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Alba station.
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The distance between Zürich HB and Alba is 300.3 km. The road distance is 406 km.
You can take a vehicle from Zürich HB to Alba via Zürich HB, Lugano, Milano Centrale, and Torino Porta Susa in around 6h 47m.