The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Zurich
Cheapest price
€105
Average price
€185
Fastest journey
14 h 24 m
Average duration
14 h 43 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
964 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Zurich will cost around €185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €105.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Zurich without transferring at least 3 times.
ECE 397+
82035+
ICE 619 · IC 604032:22 PM17h27Copenhagen Central Station7:49 AMZurich HB€1051One-way4 transfers
IC 121 · IC 5755 · 33667 · ICE 7715:50 AM16h12Copenhagen Central Station10:02 PMZurich HB€1311One-way5 transfers
IC 70109 · IC 5753 · 33663 · ICE 5792:38 AM17h24Copenhagen Central Station8:02 PMZurich HB€1511One-way4 transfers
RJ 1171 · ICE 611 · ICE 375+
TGV 92196:13 AM14h49Copenhagen Central Station9:02 PMZurich HB€1601One-way3 transfers
IC 70103 · IC 5751 · 33659 · ICE 51912:39 AM18h23Copenhagen Central Station7:02 PMZurich HB€1711One-way4 transfers
ECE 1179 · S7+
81629+
ECE 910:22 AM14h24Copenhagen Central Station12:46 AMZurich HB€1911One-way5 transfers
RJ 385 · S7 · ICE 75 · ICE 3778:22 AM14h40Copenhagen Central Station11:02 PMZurich HB€1911One-way4 transfers
RJ 393 · S7 · ICE 75 · ICE 3778:22 AM14h40Copenhagen Central Station11:02 PMZurich HB€2941One-way4 transfers
RJ 1171 · ICE 611 · ICE 375+
TGV 92196:13 AM14h49Copenhagen Central Station9:02 PMZurich HB€1601One-way3 transfers
ECE 1179 · S7+
81629+
ECE 910:22 AM15h02Copenhagen Central Station1:24 AMZurich HB€1911One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Copenhagen to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, and a flight costs an average of €56.
Distance: 964 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€175 Average price | €193 Average price | €96 Average price Cheapest |
14h 33m Average total duration 14h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 32m Average total duration 20h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Copenhagen to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Zurich trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 1199+ 81945+ 4441 · ICE 1271 | On time 6:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 18h40 | 1:02 PM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
ECE 1199 · ICE 103 · IC 773 | On time 6:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 19h40 | 2:02 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
IC 70103 · IC 5751 · 33659 · ICE 519 | On time 12:39 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 18h23 | 7:02 PM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
IC 70109 · IC 5753 · 33663 · ICE 579 | On time 2:38 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 17h24 | 8:02 PM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
IC 121 · IC 5755 · 33667 · ICE 771 | 5:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 16h12 | 10:02 PM Zurich HB | 5 transfers | |
RJ 1171 · ICE 611 · ICE 375+ TGV 9219 | On time 6:13 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 14h49 | 9:02 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
RJ 385 · S7 · ICE 75 · ICE 377 | On time 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 14h40 | 11:02 PM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
RJ 385 · ECE 9 · IR 1995 | On time 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 17h02 | 1:24 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
RJ 393 · ECE 9 · IR 1995 | On time 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 17h02 | 1:24 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
RJ 393 · S7 · ICE 75 · ICE 377 | On time 8:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 14h40 | 11:02 PM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
IC 137 · IC 5759 · 56915 · ICE 775 | 9:50 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 16h29 | 2:19 AM Zurich HB | 6 transfers | |
ECE 1179 · S7 · ECE 9 · IR 2493 | On time 10:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 14h24 | 12:46 AM Zurich HB | 5 transfers | |
ECE 1179 · S7 · ECE 9 · IR 1995 | On time 10:22 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 15h02 | 1:24 AM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
ECE 395 · ICE 617 · IC 60403 · IR 2059 | On time 12:08 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 19h41 | 7:49 AM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
ECE 397 · ICE 619 · IC 60403 · IR 2059 | On time 2:22 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 17h27 | 7:49 AM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Zurich
Trains from Copenhagen to Zurich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €68 but you can travel from only €56 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 964 km distance in 13h 38m.
Distance 964 km |
Average train duration 14h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €68 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 13h 38m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Copenhagen to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Copenhagen and Zurich from €56. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen to Zurich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Copenhagen to Zurich
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder
- Tivoli Food Hall
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- DKK 5
- Hotel Astoria
- Copenhagen Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Ansgar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Sweden, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M3, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-train: Lines A, B, C, E, H
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
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