The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Zurich
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£114
Fastest journey
5 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h
Trains per day
13
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Zurich will cost around £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
To travel from Nuremberg to Zurich you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 701 · 3286 · EC 194
59117 · 3284 · EC 196
59093 · 57145 · 57508 · 3880
59089 · 57137 · 57506 · 3876
59087 · 57127 · 57504 · 3874
ICE 701 · 3286 · EC 194
59117 · 3284 · EC 196
59089 · 57137 · 57506 · 3876
59087 · 57127 · 57504 · 3874
59093 · 57145 · 57508 · 3880Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Nuremberg to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Zurich 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 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £207.
Distance: 297 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£74 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £448 Average Price |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Nuremberg to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1022 · ECE 151 | On time 04:28 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h32 | 11:00 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
59087 · 57127 · 57504 · 3874 | 04:39 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h13 | 10:52 Zurich HB | 5 changes | |
ICE 822 · ICE 277 | On time 05:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 7h00 | 12:00 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
59117 · 3284 · EC 196 | On time 05:39 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h49 | 11:28 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
ICE 820 · ICE 103 · IC 773 | On time 06:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 7h00 | 13:00 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
ICE 1020 · ICE 593 · ICE 103 · IC 773 | On time 06:28 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h32 | 13:00 Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
59089 · 57137 · 57506 · 3876 | 06:39 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h13 | 12:52 Zurich HB | 5 changes | |
ICE 728 · ICE 71+ TGV 9211 | On time 07:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h26 | 13:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
ICE 701 · 3286 · EC 194 | On time 07:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h29 | 13:28 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
ICE 726 · ICE 105 | On time 08:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 7h00 | 15:00 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 926 · ICE 595 · ICE 105 | On time 08:31 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h29 | 15:00 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
59093 · 57145 · 57508 · 3880 | 08:38 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h14 | 14:52 Zurich HB | 5 changes | |
ICE 724 · ECE 5+ TGV 9213 | On time 09:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 6h26 | 15:26 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Zurich
Trains from Nuremberg to Zurich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:44 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Nuremberg to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Nuremberg and Zurich 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.
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Nuremberg to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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
Important Stations and Airports in Nuremberg and Zurich
- 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 is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Café Blaupause
- Harput Imbiss
- Der Beck
- Pizzeria ALLAGO
- NOVINA HOTEL Wöhrdersee
- Hotel Meteor
- Best Western Hotel Nürnberg
- Hotel am Heideloffplatz
- 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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