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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Weimar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £109 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £109, while a flight costs an average of £384.
Distance: 450 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£109 Average Price Cheapest | £384 Average Price | £89 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Zurich to Weimar, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Weimar:
A train is £275 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Weimar costing on average £384.
Other travel options to Weimar take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 15m.
Tickets start at around £109 compared to roughly £89 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£20. The journey takes 6h 45m versus 5h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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The most popular day trips by train from Weimar are Erfurt, Jena, Leipzig, Halle and Gotha. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Weimar on Omio.
Erfurt is known for its well-preserved medieval centre, especially the Krämerbrücke and the Mariendom. As the capital of Thuringia, it feels compact and historic, with a calm atmosphere shaped by trade and learning.
Jena is a lively university city in Thuringia, known for optics, research and the legacy of Carl Zeiss. In the Saale Valley, it mixes a youthful atmosphere with a compact centre, hillside views and strong links to German intellectual history.
Leipzig is known for Bach, the Thomaskirche and a long tradition of trade and publishing. Its compact centre combines grand historic architecture with creative neighbourhoods, canals and a youthful cultural scene.
Halle on the Saale is best known as Handel's birthplace, with a historic centre shaped by church spires and salt-trading history. Its university life and riverfront setting give the city a practical, youthful feel.
Gotha is a historic Thuringian town best known for Friedenstein Palace and its strong ducal heritage. A compact old centre, museums and broad squares give it a cultured, calm character.
Travel to Weimar 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 Weimar.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Weimar:
A train is £275 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Weimar costing on average £384.
Other travel options to Weimar take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 15m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Weimar as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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