The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
£60
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £60.
To travel from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB you need to make at least one change.
IC 2162 · IC 2383 · IC 18911:425h41Nuremberg Hbf17:23Zurich HB£601One-way2 changes
IC 2162 · 23408 · 17534 · RE 5238311:425h41Nuremberg Hbf17:23Zurich HB£601One-way4 changes
ICE 707 · ECE 98+
6275614:595h29Nuremberg Hbf20:28Zurich HB£631One-way2 changes
IC 2160 · IC 28113:405h43Nuremberg Hbf19:23Zurich HB£711One-way1 change
ICE 625 · ECE 9815:015h27Nuremberg Hbf20:28Zurich HB£741One-way1 change
ICE 1081 · ECE 1985:085h20Nuremberg Hbf10:28Zurich HB£891One-way1 change
ICE 527 · ECE 19211:015h27Nuremberg Hbf16:28Zurich HB£1071One-way1 change
ICE 523 · ECE 1949:015h27Nuremberg Hbf14:28Zurich HB£1071One-way1 change
ICE 621 · ECE 19013:015h27Nuremberg Hbf18:28Zurich HB£891One-way1 change
ICE 625 · ECE 9815:015h27Nuremberg Hbf20:28Zurich HB£741One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £149.
Distance: 297 km
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5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB trains for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1081 · ECE 198 | Delayed 3:08 5:08Nuremberg Hbf | 5h20 | 9:02 9:02Zurich HB | 1 change | |
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IC 2168 · IC 183 | On time 5:29 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h54 | 11:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 827 · ECE 196 | On time 7:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h27 | 12:28 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IC 2166 · IC 185 | On time 7:37 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h46 | 13:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 701+ 62734+ ECE 194 | On time 8:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h29 | 14:28 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
ICE 523 · ECE 194 | On time 9:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h27 | 14:28 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IC 2164 · IC 187 | On time 9:41 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h42 | 15:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 527 · ECE 192 | On time 11:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h27 | 16:28 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IC 2162 · IC 2383 · IC 189 | On time 11:42 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h41 | 17:23 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
IC 2162 · 23408 · 17534 · RE 52383 | On time 11:42 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h41 | 17:23 Zurich HB | 4 changes | |
ICE 621 · ECE 190 | On time 13:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h27 | 18:28 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
IC 2160 · IC 281 | On time 13:40 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h43 | 19:23 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 707+ 62756+ ECE 98 | On time 14:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h29 | 20:28 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
ICE 625 · ECE 98 | On time 15:01 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h27 | 20:28 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB
Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 45m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH trains will get you between Nuremberg Hbf and Zurich HB from £19. 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)
Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH
FAQs: Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg Hbf and Zurich HB
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- 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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