A cosmos of its own and a highly frequented hub in Zurich. There is something going on here 365 days a year. The stores and restaurants are open every day.
Zurich Main Station connects Zurich with national and international destinations. And thanks to excellent night train connections, travelers from Hamburg, Berlin, Vienna, or Amsterdam, for example, can get to Zurich in no time at all.
Located in the heart of the city, the Main Station offers numerous shopping opportunities, dining options, countless services, and cultural events 365 days a year.
Stores
Whether fashion boutiques, stores selling personal care products, or one of the largest indoor Christmas markets in Europe: the range at the Main Station is huge. You can find a small selection, as well as a list of all the stores, here
Gastronomy
Whether high above the heads of commuters in the Time Lounge, in the picturesque courtyard of Sora Sushi, or in the Café Oscar with its coffee specialties, there are plenty of culinary delights to discover at Zurich Main Station.
Zurich Main Station in Figures
- Opened in 1847
- Around 3,000 train services per day, spread over 26 tracks
- Switzerland's busiest train station
- Can be reached by train in 15 minutes from Zurich Airport
- Best train station in Europe (European Railway Index 2023)
The locals refer to it as “HB” (Hauptbahnhof)
Important Services
A variety of useful services are available to travelers here, including lockers, currency exchange counters, restrooms, a station chapel, ticket counters, and a baggage drop-off point.
Public Art
There are a number of public works of art to admire in and around Zurich Main Station. From a gold-plated ball embedded in the floor to the giant Nana by Niki de Saint Phalle, to light and sound installations.