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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
£110
Average price
£116
Fastest journey
5 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen 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 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Zurich HB will cost around £116 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £110.
To travel from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Zurich HB you need to make at least 2 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £168.
Distance: 403 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£178 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price |
7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Zurich HB trains for tomorrow, Saturday 3 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:31 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 5h52 | 11:23 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
| 05:31 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 8h55 | 14:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| 06:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h27 | 13:23 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
| 08:56 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 6h27 | 15:23 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
| 09:16 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen | 7h07 | 16:23 Zurich HB | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Zurich HB
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Zurich HB run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £168 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 07:23. The fastest train covers the 403 km distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 403 km |
Average train duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £168 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 29m |
First train 06:23 |
Last train 07:23 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Zurich HB trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne/Bonn Flughafen and Zurich HB from £30. 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.
FAQs: Cologne/Bonn Flughafen to Zurich HB train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne/Bonn Flughafen 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 Cologne/Bonn Flughafen and Zurich HB
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
ShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
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