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Zurich to Amsterdam train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE,RE,EC,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Amsterdam

Showing times and prices for 27 Apr

Cheapest price

£45

Average price

£115

Fastest journey

8 h 30 m

Average duration

10 h 9 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

615 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Deutsche Bahn
18:3613h49
Zurich
08:25Amsterdam
£451One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
18:5913h26
Zurich
08:25Amsterdam
£611One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
17:5913h06
Zurich
07:05Amsterdam
£1351One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
17:3413h32
Zurich
07:06Amsterdam
£1441One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
20:5911h26
Zurich
08:25Amsterdam
£1891One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Amsterdam

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 10h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg.

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£127

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£263

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£53

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Cheapest

11h 46m

average duration

11h 16m

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30m

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13h 16m

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Fastest

10h 16m

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3h 0m

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13h 47m

average duration

13h 17m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.8 - 3.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.6 - 1.5kg

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Zurich to Amsterdam?

The best time to book your train from Zurich to Amsterdam is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Zurich to Amsterdam route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Zurich to Amsterdam per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Zurich to Amsterdam.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Amsterdam

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Trains from Zurich to Amsterdam run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £31 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31
Distance
615 km
Average train duration
11h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£36
Trains per day
5
Train providers
7
Fastest train
8h 25m
First train
06:59
Last train
20:59
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £31

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet and ÖBB | InterCity trains Zurich to Amsterdam

You can travel by train between Zurich and Amsterdam with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet and ÖBB | InterCity for as low as £45. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main operator of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Zurich to Amsterdam train.

Deutsche Bahn from Zurich to Amsterdam train information:

  • Average Duration: 8 h
  • Cheapest Price: £54
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Zurich to Amsterdam train

FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich to Amsterdam easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Amsterdam.
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Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Amsterdam

Zurich
Amsterdam
The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Amsterdam.
Zürich HBWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeTicket Office
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Au Premier
  • Brasserie Federal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
  • Hotel St. Gotthard
  • Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
  • Cost CHF 12
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Public transport options for Zürich HB
  • 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
The major train station for arrivals in Amsterdam is Amsterdam Centraal. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Amsterdam Centraal for your journey to Amsterdam from Zurich.
Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:59
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi in all station areas.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00.
Dining
Dining
  • De Broodzaak
  • Kyoto Sushi & Grill
  • Starbucks
  • The Doner Company
  • Wagamama
  • Wurst & Schnitzelhaus
  • Smullers
  • Burger King
  • Grand Café First Class
  • Burgerij
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Hotel
Hotel
  • NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace
  • Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
  • Art’otel Amsterdam

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