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Zurich to Amsterdam train

Book a train ticket Zurich - Amsterdam

Train timetable info Zurich-Amsterdam

Travel by train from Zurich to Amsterdam. 14 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Zurich at 6h 58m and the last at 21h 59m, allowing you to cover the 614 km distance in as little as 8h 14m.

Cheap train tickets Zurich Amsterdam

How much does a train ticket from Zurich to Amsterdam cost?

Book your train tickets several months in advance to take advantage of the best fares. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. Create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be informed of the best deals in advance.

How long does a journey on a train from Zurich to Amsterdam take?

On average, allow 9h 04m for a train journey from Zurich to Amsterdam.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Zurich to Amsterdam?

When taking the fastest train, you can travel from Zurich to Amsterdam in 8h 14m.

How many trains run from Zurich to Amsterdam each day?

You can choose from 14 trains per day to travel from Zurich to Amsterdam.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Zurich and Amsterdam?

Between Zurich and Amsterdam, the service may be a Direct Journey.

What is the distance between Zurich and Amsterdam by train?

The train journey between Zurich and Amsterdam, covers around 614 km.

What time is the first train from Zurich to Amsterdam?

Depart from Zurich on the first train at 6h 58m.

What time is the last train from Zurich to Amsterdam?

If you prefer to arrive later, you can take the last train departing Zurich at 21h 59m.

To leave Zurich, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains listed on this page depart from: ZURICH HB, ZURICH ALTSTETTEN.

At Amsterdam, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains listed on this page arrive at: AMSTERDAM CENTRAAL.

Which train companies operate trains from Zurich to Amsterdam?

You can make the Zurich to Amsterdam journey with TGV Lyria, Eurostar, SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB).

What services are offered on board?

You can travel on TGV Lyria with your bike for free and without making a reservation in the luggage areas. Make sure your bike is folded or the wheels are removed and store your bike in a cover (maximum size of 130 cm x 90 cm).

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Take a train from Zurich to Amsterdam

The train journey between Zurich and Amsterdam is with TGV Lyria, Eurostar, SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB). Trains generally leave from ZURICH HB, ZURICH ALTSTETTEN and arrive at AMSTERDAM CENTRAAL.

Journey times vary according to the time you travel, the train you take and if you need to change trains. The shortest journeys take 8h 14m, while the average journey time is 9h 04m.

14 trains on average run every day on the Zurich - Amsterdam line. The first train leaves as 6h 58m, and the last at 21h 59m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.

The cost of a Zurich - Amsterdam train fare varies according to several criteria, such as the date, train time, or the class chosen...

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Amsterdam?

The price of a Zurich – Amsterdam train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Zurich to Amsterdam thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Amsterdam.

Price of a Zurich – Amsterdam Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Zurich to Amsterdam, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Zurich to Amsterdam, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Zurich – Amsterdam

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Zurich to Amsterdam? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute Zurich – Amsterdam Train

The best way to pay less for your Zurich to Amsterdam train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Zurich to Amsterdam, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Zurich to Amsterdam and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Amsterdam on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Companies serving Zurich - Amsterdam

If you're travelling from Zurich to Amsterdam, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TGV Lyria

Travel from Zurich to Amsterdam with TGV Lyria! A hassle-free trip from one town center to another. Settle down in one of the 3 classes of comfort available and enjoy a comfy trip and numerous onboard services including free Wi-Fi! Book 6 months in advance to get the best deals!

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Classes of rail companies serving Zurich - Amsterdam

To travel from Zurich to Amsterdam, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TGV Lyria

TGV Lyria operates the journey between Zurich and Amsterdam. You can choose from one of the three classes:

STANDARD 

  • A comfy reclining seat with a shared power socket
  • No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
  • Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
  • Access to the buffet car       
  • Order food and refreshments online and collect them from the buffet car
  • There are 3 options if you need to change your ticket or want a refund.

PREMIERE

  • Choice of seat
  • Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
  • A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
  • No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
  • Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
  • Access to the buffet car
  • Order food and refreshments online and have them delivered to your seat
  • Total or partial flexibility regarding ticket use

PREMIERE SIGNATURE

  • Choice of seat
  • Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
  • Fast-track boarding at Paris Gare de Lyon
  • A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
  • A dedicated, quiet carriage with just 38 seats
  • No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
  • Free Wi-Fi connection with exclusive access to a wide range of press and entertainment via the TGV Lyria Portal
  • A personalised welcome, with a complementary drink and a refreshing scented oshibori towel
  • Dedicated on-board staff throughout the journey
  • A hot meal created by our Michelin-starred chefs, plated and served at your seat
  • Complimentary drinks
  • Flexible access to the day's trains
  • Total flexibility regarding ticket use

All on-board services provided by companies operating Zurich - Amsterdam

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Zurich to Amsterdam route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TGV Lyria

  • Your train, more flexible

    With 17 daily return trips between France and Switzerland, you can leave and arrive directly in the heart of cities, at your own pace. TGV Lyria is practical and smooth, for a worry-free journey without compromises.

    Our destinations
  • Your train, more responsible

    By travelling with TGV Lyria, you can reduce your carbon footprint by up to 40 times less CO2 than a plane journey.

    Find out more
  • Your train, more fun

    Enjoy free access to Wi-Fi and our entertainment portal: films, press, games and much more. More than 150 content options available to make your journey even more enjoyable and exciting.

    Discover all our services
  • Your train, for gourmets.

    A creative, local, and seasonal food selection to delight you at any time at the Bar or served right to your seat.

  • Travel at high-speed

    Only 3-4 hours between Paris and 5 top cities in Switzerland.

  • A comfortable journey

    A new fleet of double-decker trains with all the comforts

  • Arrive in the city center

    Don't waste any time, arrive directly in the heart of the city.

  • Best rates

    Doubt no longer and leave from €29 to discover Switserland!

  • On board catering

    "La Table", refined and inventive menus in PREMIERE SIGNATURE. "The Deli", new catering concept in the bar coach.

  • Many destinations

    Explore Switserland and choose your destination between Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, Basel, …

  • Prepare your journey

    Book your tickets up to 6 months in advance

  • Travel with your pet

    Dogs accompanying disabled or blind persons can travel free of charge. Small animals carried in a closed bag or basket can travel on TGV Lyria trains for €7 and muzzled dogs on a lead for €20.

  • Access SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge in Paris Gare de Lyon railway station

    Access reserved for PREMIERE SIGNATURE and PREMIERE customers, holders of the SNCF Carte Liberté and the Grand Voyageur Plus/Le Club card.

  • Family and nursery space

    Book a space of 4 places face to face and isolated by a glass partition. You will find a nursery nearby with changing table and bottle warmer.

  • Disabled acces

    In coach 1 or 11, a Première seat is specially reserved for people in wheelchairs.

  • Transport your bike

    You can take your bike for free and without reservation in the luggage space on the TGV Lyria train.

  • Leave in group

    Among friends, with other people ... Enjoy the Hi Five offer to discover Switzerland at reduced prices!

Train timetables Zurich-Amsterdam Tuesday 7 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 58m 15h 50m 8h 52m TGV Lyria, Eurostar
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    TGV Lyria 9206
  • Basel Sbb
  • Mulhouse
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 44 min
  • Paris Nord
    Eurostar 9439 - Eurostar 9339
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Antwerpen-Centraal
  • Rotterdam Centraal
  • Schiphol Airport
  • Amsterdam Centraal
6h 59m 15h 29m 8h 30m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Zurich Altstetten
    SBB 2356
  • Olten
  • 05 min
  • Olten
    SBB 374
  • Liestal
  • Basel Sbb
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Offenburg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
  • 25 min
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 126
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Siegburg/Bonn
  • Koln Hbf
  • Dusseldorf Hbf
  • Duisburg Hbf
  • Oberhausen Hbf
  • Arnhem Centraal
  • Utrecht Centraal
  • Amsterdam Centraal
7h 08m 15h 50m 8h 42m SBB, TGV Lyria, Eurostar
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 2256
  • Lenzburg
  • Aarau
  • Gelterkinden
  • Sissach
  • Liestal
  • Basel Sbb
  • 09 min
  • Basel Sbb
    TGV Lyria 9206
  • Mulhouse
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 44 min
  • Paris Nord
    Eurostar 9439 - Eurostar 9339
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Antwerpen-Centraal
  • Rotterdam Centraal
  • Schiphol Airport
  • Amsterdam Centraal
7h 59m 17h 29m 9h 30m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 200
  • Basel Sbb
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Baden-Baden
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Koln Hbf
  • 1h44
  • Koln Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 124
  • Dusseldorf Hbf
  • Duisburg Hbf
  • Oberhausen Hbf
  • Arnhem Centraal
  • Utrecht Centraal
  • Amsterdam Centraal
8h 59m 17h 29m 8h 30m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 794
  • Basel Sbb
  • 18 min
  • Basel Sbb
    SBB 372
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Offenburg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
  • 25 min
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 124
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Siegburg/Bonn
  • Koln Hbf
  • Dusseldorf Hbf
  • Duisburg Hbf
  • Oberhausen Hbf
  • Arnhem Centraal
  • Utrecht Centraal
  • Amsterdam Centraal
9h 15m 17h 50m 8h 35m SBB, TGV Lyria, Eurostar
Booking
  • Zurich Altstetten
    SBB 2064
  • Dietikon
  • Baden
  • Brugg Ag
  • Frick
  • Stein-Sackingen
  • Moehlin
  • Rheinfelden
  • Basel Sbb
  • 11 min
  • Basel Sbb
    TGV Lyria 9210
  • Mulhouse
  • Dijon
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 44 min
  • Paris Nord
    Eurostar 9351
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Antwerpen-Centraal
  • Rotterdam Centraal
  • Schiphol Airport
  • Amsterdam Centraal
10h 59m 19h 29m 8h 30m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 370
  • Basel Sbb
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Offenburg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
  • 25 min
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 122
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Siegburg/Bonn
  • Koln Hbf
  • Dusseldorf Hbf
  • Duisburg Hbf
  • Oberhausen Hbf
  • Arnhem Centraal
  • Utrecht Centraal
  • Amsterdam Centraal
11h 15m 19h 50m 8h 35m SBB, TGV Lyria, Eurostar
Booking
  • Zurich Altstetten
    SBB 2068
  • Dietikon
  • Baden
  • Brugg Ag
  • Frick
  • Stein-Sackingen
  • Moehlin
  • Rheinfelden
  • Basel Sbb
  • 11 min
  • Basel Sbb
    TGV Lyria 9218
  • Mulhouse
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • 47 min
  • Paris Nord
    Eurostar 9363 - Eurostar 9463
  • Bruxelles-Midi / Brussel-Zuid
  • Antwerpen-Centraal
  • Rotterdam Centraal
  • Schiphol Airport
  • Amsterdam Centraal
12h 37m 21h 29m 8h 52m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 188
  • Schaffhausen
  • Singen (Hohentwiel)
  • Tuttlingen
  • Rottweil
  • Horb
  • Boblingen
  • Stuttgart Hbf
  • 54 min
  • Stuttgart Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 224
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Siegburg/Bonn
  • Koln Hbf
  • Dusseldorf Hbf
  • Duisburg Hbf
  • Oberhausen Hbf
  • Arnhem Centraal
  • Utrecht Centraal
  • Amsterdam Centraal
13h 15m 21h 29m 8h 14m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Zurich Altstetten
    SBB 2072
  • Dietikon
  • Baden
  • Brugg Ag
  • Frick
  • Stein-Sackingen
  • Moehlin
  • Rheinfelden
  • Basel Sbb
  • 23 min
  • Basel Sbb
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 4
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Offenburg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • 07 min
  • Mannheim Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 224
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Siegburg/Bonn
  • Koln Hbf
  • Dusseldorf Hbf
  • Duisburg Hbf
  • Oberhausen Hbf
  • Arnhem Centraal
  • Utrecht Centraal
  • Amsterdam Centraal
13h 59m 23h 29m 9h 30m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 104
  • Basel Sbb
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Baden-Baden
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Koln Hbf
  • 1h44
  • Koln Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 120
  • Dusseldorf Hbf
  • Duisburg Hbf
  • Oberhausen Hbf
  • Arnhem Centraal
  • Utrecht Centraal
  • Amsterdam Centraal
14h 59m 23h 29m 8h 30m SBB, Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 776
  • Basel Sbb
  • 17 min
  • Basel Sbb
    SBB 276
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Offenburg
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
  • 25 min
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 120
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Siegburg/Bonn
  • Koln Hbf
  • Dusseldorf Hbf
  • Duisburg Hbf
  • Oberhausen Hbf
  • Arnhem Centraal
  • Utrecht Centraal
  • Amsterdam Centraal
21h 59m 8h 59m 11h 00m Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    Deutsche Bahn (DB) 60402
  • Basel Sbb
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Offenburg
  • Baden-Baden
  • Karlsruhe Hbf
  • Mannheim Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Hbf
  • Frankfurt Am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof
  • Mainz Hbf
  • Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12
  • Dusseldorf Hbf
  • Duisburg Hbf
  • Oberhausen Hbf
  • Arnhem Centraal
  • Utrecht Centraal
  • Amsterdam Centraal
21h 59m 8h 59m 11h 00m SBB
Booking
  • Zurich Hb
    SBB 402
  • Basel Sbb
  • Basel Bad Bf
  • Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf
  • Offenburg
  • Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12
  • Dusseldorf Hbf
  • Duisburg Hbf
  • Oberhausen Hbf
  • Arnhem Centraal
  • Utrecht Centraal
  • Amsterdam Centraal