The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin to Zurich
Cheapest price
£178
Average price
£203
Fastest journey
8 h 47 m
Average duration
8 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
670 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Zurich will cost around £203 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £178.
To travel from Berlin to Zurich you need to make at least one change.
ICE 1507 · ECE 9811:368h52Berlin Hbf20:28Zurich HB£1781One-way1 change
ICE 1505 · ECE 1909:368h52Berlin Hbf18:28Zurich HB£1781One-way1 change
ICE 1007 · IC 2160 · IC 28110:368h47Berlin Hbf19:23Zurich HB£1781One-way2 changes
ICE 1009 · IC 2068 · IC 28312:368h47Berlin Hbf21:23Zurich HB£2421One-way2 changes
ICE 1005 · IC 2162 · IC 10898:368h47Berlin Hbf17:23Zurich HB£2421One-way2 changes
ICE 1007 · IC 2160 · IC 28110:368h47Berlin Hbf19:23Zurich HB£1781One-way2 changes
ICE 1009 · IC 2068 · IC 28312:368h47Berlin Hbf21:23Zurich HB£2421One-way2 changes
ICE 1005 · IC 2162 · IC 10898:368h47Berlin Hbf17:23Zurich HB£2421One-way2 changes
ICE 1507 · ECE 9811:368h52Berlin Hbf20:28Zurich HB£1781One-way1 change
ICE 1505 · ECE 1909:368h52Berlin Hbf18:28Zurich HB£1781One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Berlin to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 670 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£159 Average Price | £126 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 31m Average total duration 12h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Berlin to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 1005 · IC 2162 · IC 1089 | On time 6:36 Berlin Hbf | 8h47 | 15:23 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
ICE 1505 · ECE 190 | On time 7:36 Berlin Hbf | 8h52 | 16:28 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 1007 · IC 2160 · IC 281 | On time 8:36 Berlin Hbf | 8h47 | 17:23 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
ICE 1507 · ECE 98 | On time 9:36 Berlin Hbf | 8h52 | 18:28 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
ICE 1009 · IC 2068 · IC 283 | On time 10:36 Berlin Hbf | 8h47 | 19:23 Zurich HB | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin to Zurich
Trains from Berlin to Zurich run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 670 km distance in 7h 52m.
Distance 670 km |
Average train duration 8h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 7h 52m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity from Berlin to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Berlin and Zurich from £34. 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.
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
FAQs: Berlin to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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 Berlin and Zurich
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- 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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