The average train between Bottrop and Zurich takes 6h 46m and the fastest train takes 6h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Bottrop to Zurich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bottrop and Zurich. The earliest departure is at 2:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bottrop is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Zurich at 5:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Essen Hbf and take an average of 6h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bottrop to Zurich? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bottrop to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf station and arriving at Zürich HB station via Basel SBB station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.
Bottrop to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Bottrop to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.
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The distance between Bottrop and Zurich is 476.9 km. The road distance is 603 km.
You can take a train from Bottrop Hbf to Zürich HB via Essen Hbf and Basel SBB in around 7h 25m.