What to Know About Switzerland Railway
Taking a train on Switzerland railway is a great opportunity to explore this outstanding destination. Rail network is well-developed and makes it easy to get from one side of the country to another in a fast and safely manner. The majority of trains running are modern and provide excellent facilities, including spacious comfortable seats, restaurant car, free WiFi and many more. The major Switzerland train station is located in the very heart of its capital. This important railway station is easily reached by public transport, making train travel in Switzerland even more convenient. To have a better understanding of the railway system, see a map of popular Switzerland train routes below and start planning.
![Overall length of rail tracks in Switzerland](/sites/default/files/inline-images/tube-rails.png)
Overall length of Switzerland railways: 3100 km
![Types of trains in Switzerland](/sites/default/files/inline-images/train.png)
Types of trains in Switzerland: regular & intercity trains
![Number of routes we sell](/sites/default/files/inline-images/route.png)
Number of Switzerland routes sold on Rail Ninja: 10+
![Fastest train speed in Switzerland](/sites/default/files/inline-images/performance.png)
Fastest train of Indonesia: 250 km/h
Top Picks for Train Travel in Switzerland
SBB Train
When contemplating train journeys across Switzerland with SBB (Swiss Federal Railways), it emerges as one of the top choices. Ensuring a delightful journey, SBB trains offer ample seating with generous legroom, electrical outlets, well-maintained restrooms, and complimentary WiFi on most trains. Opting for First Class enhances your experience with reserved seats, priority boarding, and inclusive meal and bar services. Please be aware that smoking is strictly prohibited for a pleasant travel environment.
Popular Switzerland routes
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Milan256 kmZurichZurich256 kmMilanZurich778 kmViennaTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:
OEBB
,OEBB
,OEBB
Vienna778 kmZurichTrains per day: 6|Popular trains:OEBB
,OEBB
Zurich609 kmParisParis609 kmZurich -
Paris499 kmGenevaGeneva499 kmParisTrains per day: 13|Popular trains:
SNCF
,TER
Paris521 kmBaselBasel521 kmParisZurich127 kmInterlakenTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:SBB
Interlaken127 kmZurichTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:SBB
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Munich354 kmZurichZurich354 kmMunichZurich54 kmLucerneTrains per day: 40|Popular trains:
OEBB
Lucerne54 kmZurichTrains per day: 40|Popular trains:OEBB
,OEBB
Bern117 kmZurichTrains per day: 18|Popular trains:SBB
Zurich117 kmBernTrains per day: 18|Popular trains:SBB
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Zurich273 kmGenevaTrains per day: 14|Popular trains:
SBB
Geneva273 kmZurichTrains per day: 16|Popular trains:SBB
Zurich88 kmBaselTrains per day: 8|Popular trains:SBB
,SBB
Basel88 kmZurichTrains per day: 8|Popular trains:SBB
Geneva232 kmZermattTrains per day: 13|Popular trains:SBB
Zermatt232 kmGenevaTrains per day: 15|Popular trains:SBB
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Zurich245 kmZermattTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:
SBB
Zermatt245 kmZurichTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:SBB
Lausanne559 kmParisParis559 kmLausanneTrains per day: 75|Popular trains:SBB
,SBB
Geneva365 kmMilanMilan365 kmGeneva -
Salzburg470 kmZurichTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:
OEBB
,OEBB
Zurich470 kmSalzburgTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:OEBB
,OEBB
Bern45 kmInterlakenTrains per day: 18|Popular trains:SBB
,SBB
Interlaken45 kmBernTrains per day: 20|Popular trains:SBB
,SBB
Zermatt80 kmMontreuxTrains per day: 16|Popular trains:SBB
Montreux80 kmZermattTrains per day: 16|Popular trains:SBB
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Montreux65 kmGenevaGeneva65 kmMontreuxMontreux3 kmVeytaux-ChillonTrains per day: 19|Popular trains:
SBB
Veytaux-Chillon3 kmMontreuxTrains per day: 18|Popular trains:SBB
Venice500 kmZurichZurich500 kmVenice -
Lucerne250 kmMilanMilan250 kmLucerneTrains per day: 6|Popular trains:
SBB
Frankfurt (Main)380 kmBaselBasel380 kmFrankfurt (Main)Trains per day: 10|Popular trains:OEBB
Chambery145 kmGenevaTrains per day: 6|Popular trains:BeNe
,TER
Geneva145 kmChamberyTrains per day: 8|Popular trains:BeNe
,TER
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Geneva410 kmMarseilleTrains per day: 5|Popular trains:
BeNe
,TER
Marseille410 kmGenevaTrains per day: 10|Popular trains:SNCF
,BeNe
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Milan256 kmZurichZurich256 kmMilan
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Zurich778 kmViennaTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:
OEBB
,OEBB
,OEBB
Vienna778 kmZurichTrains per day: 6|Popular trains:OEBB
,OEBB
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Zurich609 kmParisParis609 kmZurich
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Paris499 kmGenevaGeneva499 kmParisTrains per day: 13|Popular trains:
SNCF
,TER
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Paris521 kmBaselBasel521 kmParis
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Zurich127 kmInterlakenTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:
SBB
Interlaken127 kmZurichTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:SBB
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Munich354 kmZurichZurich354 kmMunich
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Zurich54 kmLucerneTrains per day: 40|Popular trains:
OEBB
Lucerne54 kmZurichTrains per day: 40|Popular trains:OEBB
,OEBB
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Bern117 kmZurichTrains per day: 18|Popular trains:
SBB
Zurich117 kmBernTrains per day: 18|Popular trains:SBB
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Zurich273 kmGenevaTrains per day: 14|Popular trains:
SBB
Geneva273 kmZurichTrains per day: 16|Popular trains:SBB
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Zurich88 kmBaselTrains per day: 8|Popular trains:
SBB
,SBB
Basel88 kmZurichTrains per day: 8|Popular trains:SBB
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Geneva232 kmZermattTrains per day: 13|Popular trains:
SBB
Zermatt232 kmGenevaTrains per day: 15|Popular trains:SBB
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Zurich245 kmZermattTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:
SBB
Zermatt245 kmZurichTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:SBB
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Lausanne559 kmParisParis559 kmLausanneTrains per day: 75|Popular trains:
SBB
,SBB
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Geneva365 kmMilanMilan365 kmGeneva
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Salzburg470 kmZurichTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:
OEBB
,OEBB
Zurich470 kmSalzburgTrains per day: 7|Popular trains:OEBB
,OEBB
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Bern45 kmInterlakenTrains per day: 18|Popular trains:
SBB
,SBB
Interlaken45 kmBernTrains per day: 20|Popular trains:SBB
,SBB
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Zermatt80 kmMontreuxTrains per day: 16|Popular trains:
SBB
Montreux80 kmZermattTrains per day: 16|Popular trains:SBB
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Montreux65 kmGenevaGeneva65 kmMontreux
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Montreux3 kmVeytaux-ChillonTrains per day: 19|Popular trains:
SBB
Veytaux-Chillon3 kmMontreuxTrains per day: 18|Popular trains:SBB
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Venice500 kmZurichZurich500 kmVenice
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Lucerne250 kmMilanMilan250 kmLucerneTrains per day: 6|Popular trains:
SBB
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Frankfurt (Main)380 kmBaselBasel380 kmFrankfurt (Main)Trains per day: 10|Popular trains:
OEBB
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Chambery145 kmGenevaTrains per day: 6|Popular trains:
BeNe
,TER
Geneva145 kmChamberyTrains per day: 8|Popular trains:BeNe
,TER
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Geneva410 kmMarseilleTrains per day: 5|Popular trains:
BeNe
,TER
Marseille410 kmGenevaTrains per day: 10|Popular trains:SNCF
,BeNe
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Swiss Trains and SBB
Are trains in Switzerland air-conditioned?
Yes, to ensure a comfortable journey, the majority of trains in Switzerland, including SBB trains, are equipped with air-conditioning systems.
Is there WiFi onboard SBB trains?
Certainly! Regardless of the chosen travel class, Economy or First Class, all passengers can enjoy complimentary and unlimited WiFi access throughout their entire journey on SBB trains.
How far in advance should I book SBB train tickets?
For optimal planning and to secure your preferred travel date, it is advisable to book SBB train tickets as early as possible. With the Rail Ninja booking platform, you can conveniently check the departure schedule, explore different travel classes, indicate seat preferences, and book tickets up to 2 years in advance.