Train from Avignon Centre to Zürich HB

🇫🇷 Avignon Centre → 🇨🇭 Zürich HB

Straight-line Distance

480 km

NE (35.9°)

Rail Distance

~624 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~2h 24m

High_Speed

CO2 Saved vs Flight

91.3%

111.3 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

High_Speed

CO2 Emissions 10.6 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 121.9 kg

Taking the train saves 111.3 kg CO2 (91.3% less emissions)

Route Information

Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

🇫🇷

Origin

Avignon Centre
🇨🇭

Destination

Zürich HB

Journey Tips

Avignon Centre to Zürich HB involves SNCF services to Lyon or Marseille, then TGV Lyria onward. Note that Avignon TGV station (not Centre) may offer faster connections. Total time is around 5–6 hours.

Scenic Highlight

North of Avignon, the TGV traverses the Rhône valley with views of the Ardèche hills to the west and the Alpine foothills to the east before entering Switzerland.

Booking Tip

Check connections from both Avignon Centre and Avignon TGV; book TGV Lyria segments on SNCF Connect or Rail Europe as early as possible.

Continue Your Journey

Continue from Zürich HB

🇨🇭 Aigle 168 km 🇨🇭 Bern Hbf 96 km 🇨🇭 Lausanne 174 km 🇮🇹 Milan 216 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 128 km

Also from Avignon Centre

🇨🇭 Bern Hbf 392 km 🇨🇭 Sion 324 km 🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 338 km 🇮🇹 Milan 388 km 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel 378 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Avignon Centre to Zürich HB takes approximately 2h 24m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~624 km using a high_speed service.
The estimated rail distance from Avignon Centre to Zürich HB is approximately 624 km (480 km straight-line). Rail routes are longer than straight-line distances because tracks follow terrain and connect intermediate cities.
Travelling by train from Avignon Centre to Zürich HB emits approximately 10.6 kg of CO2, compared to 121.9 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 111.3 kg of CO2 — a 91.3% reduction in emissions.
The route from Avignon Centre to Zürich HB typically requires at least one transfer. Check operator timetables for the most direct connection available.
Check regional and national rail operator websites for services between Avignon Centre and Zürich HB.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27