The cheapest and fastest trains from Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£195
Fastest journey
6 h 9 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
417 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB will cost around £195 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB you need to make at least one change.
26841 · IC 60403 · IR 205922:518h58Aachen Hbf7:49Zurich HB£721One-way2 changes
26813 · ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 58:517h58Aachen Hbf16:49Zurich HB£1471One-way4 changes
26815 · IC 2013 · ICE 371 · IC 7799:517h09Aachen Hbf17:00Zurich HB£1471One-way3 changes
26813 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IC 7758:516h09Aachen Hbf15:00Zurich HB£1561One-way3 changes
26813 · ICE 515 · IC 1878:516h32Aachen Hbf15:23Zurich HB£1561One-way2 changes
26813 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IC 7758:516h09Aachen Hbf15:00Zurich HB£1561One-way3 changes
26815 · ICE 1059:516h09Aachen Hbf16:00Zurich HB£1561One-way1 change
10909 · ICE 915 · ICE 71 · IR 20738:186h31Aachen Hbf14:49Zurich HB£1561One-way3 changes
26813 · ICE 515 · IC 1878:516h32Aachen Hbf15:23Zurich HB£1561One-way2 changes
26815 · IC 2013 · ICE 371 · IC 7799:517h09Aachen Hbf17:00Zurich HB£1471One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 417 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£96 Average Price | £130 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 15m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 319 · IC 60403 · IC 559 | 21:36 Aachen Hbf | 9h50 | 7:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
ICE 319 · IC 60403 | 21:36 Aachen Hbf | 10h29 | 8:05 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
26839 · ICE 619 · IC 60403 · IC 559 | 21:51 Aachen Hbf | 9h35 | 7:26 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
26839 · ICE 619 · IC 60403 | 21:51 Aachen Hbf | 10h14 | 8:05 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
91723 · S19 · ICE 619 · IC 60403 | 22:18 Aachen Hbf | 9h08 | 7:26 Zurich HB | 4 changes | |
91723 · S19 · ICE 619 · IC 60403 | 22:18 Aachen Hbf | 9h47 | 8:05 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
10957 · S19 · ICE 275+ 15125 | 23:18 Aachen Hbf | 11h42 | 11:00 Zurich HB | 4 changes | |
26843 · ICE 827 · ICE 273 | 23:51 Aachen Hbf | 10h09 | 10:00 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
9414+ 9219 | 7:19 Aachen Hbf | 13h41 | 21:00 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
10909 · ICE 915 · ICE 71 · IR 2073 | 8:18 Aachen Hbf | 6h31 | 14:49 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
26813 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 · IC 775 | 8:51 Aachen Hbf | 6h09 | 15:00 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
26813 · ICE 515 · IC 187 | On time 8:51 Aachen Hbf | 6h32 | 15:23 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
26813 · ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 5 | 8:51 Aachen Hbf | 7h58 | 16:49 Zurich HB | 4 changes | |
9426+ 9219 | 9:19 Aachen Hbf | 11h41 | 21:00 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
9426+ 9223 | 9:19 Aachen Hbf | 13h41 | 23:00 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
26815 · ICE 105 | On time 9:51 Aachen Hbf | 6h09 | 16:00 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
26815 · IC 2013 · ICE 371 · IC 779 | 9:51 Aachen Hbf | 7h09 | 17:00 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
9438+ 9223 | 11:19 Aachen Hbf | 11h41 | 23:00 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
9438+ 9219 | 11:19 Aachen Hbf | 9h41 | 21:00 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
9450+ 9223 | 13:19 Aachen Hbf | 9h41 | 23:00 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB
Trains from Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £96 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 21:18, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 417 km distance in 9h 47m.
Distance 417 km |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £96 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 47m |
First train 21:18 |
Last train 21:18 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Aachen Hbf and Zurich HB from £33. 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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen Hbf to Zurich HB 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 HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aachen Hbf and Zurich HB
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- McDonald's
- Louisiana
- Dakashi sushi
- Zitalia
- Bestprice Hotel
- 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



