How to Travel From Zurich to Brussels by Train

[Maria P. Shaver]

There are four ways to get from Zurich to Brussels: by train, by carpooling, by bus, and by plane. You can use a carpooling service like Blablacar to find rides in Brussels. Alternatively, you can take a direct flight from Zurich Hb to Brussels for only 70 USD and one hour. During the week, there are approximately 25 direct flights from Zurich to Brussels.

When traveling by train, make sure to check the timetable to make sure that you'll get on the correct train. Trains depart regularly, often every half hour. For example, the RegioExpress leaves Zurich HB at 06:05 and arrives in Brussels at 22:05. During the high season (May-September), you may want to make seat reservations for Intercity trains.

If you're traveling with children, you might want to consider taking them along on the train ride. Children under 15 years old get to travel for free when they buy a "Family Saver Fare" ticket. For families, "Flexpreis" tickets are another excellent option.

Another option is to take the sleeper train. You can find information on times and fares at the website. You can even buy tickets at the train station. It's important to note that sleeper tickets are 2nd class and don't include a catering car.

When traveling by train, make sure to check the timetable for the day you'll be traveling. Some trains have multiple departure times and may even cancel. You should also check train prices and travel time before making your reservation. Fortunately, there's Rail Ninja, which can help you book tickets for the train of your choice.

There are many ways to get from Zurich to Brussels. First, you can take the night train, which is operated by the Swiss railway company. This night train leaves Zurich HB at 19:59 in the evening and arrives in Brussels Hbf at 07:38 in the morning. You can also take the day train or the InterCity train, which do not require reservations.

If you'd prefer to take the train, the best option is to purchase tickets at a train station in the Swiss country you'll be visiting. Tickets are expensive, so you can also buy tickets at other stations along the way. You can find cheaper tickets by flying to Amsterdam, or to other nearby destinations.

When traveling by train from Zurich to Brussels, be sure to allow enough time to change trains. You'll need at least 30 minutes between trains in Geneva. If you have the time, you'll catch a TGV from France at 15:25 on weekdays and 16:30 on weekends.