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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Zurich
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€120
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Zurich will cost around €120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
Of the 42 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Zurich on Wed, Jul 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 448 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 5 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 1015 · ECE 9 · IR 19957:07 PM6h17Düsseldorf Hbf1:24 AMZurich HB€501One-way2 transfers- ICE 205 · ICE 77 · IR 20558:27 PM9h22Düsseldorf Hbf5:49 AMZurich HB€501One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1015 · ECE 9 · RE 2347 · IC 8417:07 PM5h59Düsseldorf Hbf1:06 AMZurich HB€501One-way3 transfers
- ICE 619 · IC 6040311:51 PM8h14Düsseldorf Hbf8:05 AMZurich HB€501One-way1 transfer
- ICE 619 · IC 60403 · IC 55911:51 PM7h35Düsseldorf Hbf7:26 AMZurich HB€501One-way2 transfers
- ICE 919 · ICE 73 · IC 5811:06 PM5h20Düsseldorf Hbf6:26 PMZurich HB€631One-way2 transfers
- ICE 103 · IC 7958:27 AM5h33Düsseldorf Hbf2:00 PMZurich HB€1361One-way1 transfer
- ICE 10510:27 AM5h33Düsseldorf Hbf4:00 PMZurich HB€701One-way0 transfers
- ICE 107 · IC 78112:27 PM5h33Düsseldorf Hbf6:00 PMZurich HB€831One-way1 transfer
- ICE 101 · EC 1516:27 AM5h33Düsseldorf Hbf12:00 PMZurich HB€1201One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Düsseldorf to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €64.
Distance: 448 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€166 Average price | €182 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest |
9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26844 · ICE 827 · ICE 273 | On time 1:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 8h20 | 10:00 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 523 · ICE 511 · ICE 275 | On time 4:46 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h14 | 11:00 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 23 · ICE 711 · ECE 151 | 5:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h34 | 12:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
 ICE 23 · ICE 277 | 5:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h34 | 1:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 101 · EC 151 | 6:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h33 | 12:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 101 · IC 2348 · ICE 2557 · ICE 277 | On time 6:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h33 | 1:00 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 913 · IC 185 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h17 | 1:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 913 · ICE 2557 · ICE 277 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h54 | 1:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 25 · ICE 513 · ICE 2557 · ICE 277 | On time 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h34 | 1:00 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 25 · ICE 915 · ICE 71 · IR 2073 | 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h23 | 2:49 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
ICE 25 · ICE 279+ IC 775 | 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h34 | 3:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 25 · ICE 915 · ICE 71+ IR 2073 | 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h23 | 2:49 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 103 · IC 795 | 8:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h33 | 2:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 103 · IC 2040 · ICE 279 · IC 775 | 8:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h33 | 3:00 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 103+IC 2040+ICE 279+IC 775 | 8:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h33 | 3:00 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 103+IC 2040+ICE 105 | On time 8:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h33 | 4:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 915 · IC 187 | On time 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h17 | 3:23 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 915 · ICE 71 · IR 2073 | On time 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h43 | 2:49 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 5 · IR 2077 | 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h23 | 4:49 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 27 · ICE 515 · IC 187 | On time 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h57 | 3:23 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 27 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IC 775 | 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h34 | 3:00 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 27 · ICE 371+IC 779 | 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h34 | 5:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 225+ EC 5+IR 2077 | 9:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h23 | 4:49 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| 28511 · ICE 2013 · ICE 371 · IC 779 | 9:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h02 | 5:00 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 105 | On time 10:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h33 | 4:00 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2156 · IC 2044 · ICE 373 | On time 12:13 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h47 | 7:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 107 · IC 781 | On time 12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h33 | 6:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 107+IC 2044+ICE 373 | On time 12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h33 | 7:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 919 · ICE 373 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h54 | 7:00 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 919 · ICE 73 · IC 581 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h20 | 6:26 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 229 · ICE 1011 · ICE 7 · IR 2085 | On time 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h23 | 8:49 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 229 · ICE 519 · ICE 373 | On time 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h34 | 7:00 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 229 · ICE 1011 · ICE 7+IR 2085 | On time 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h23 | 8:49 PM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Zurich
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Düsseldorf to Zurich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €80 but you can travel from only €35 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 448 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 448 km |
Average train duration 9h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €80 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Zurich from €35. 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.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Nightjet
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
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FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Zurich
Most Düsseldorf to Zurich trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Zürich HB station pair, with some services arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Zurich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Zurich leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Which Zurich station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Getting to Zürich Stadelhofen from Zurich city centre
Zürich Stadelhofen train station facilities and services
Zürich Stadelhofen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
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