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Dortmund Hbf to Zurich trains

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The average train between Dortmund Hbf and Zurich takes 6h 41m and the fastest train takes 6h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Dortmund Hbf 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.

6h 41m
Duration
676 km
Distance
CHF 149
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Basel

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  1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Basel SBBtrain train 43
  2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain train Ir36 / ...
6h 36m
CHF 126–234

Dortmund Hbf to Zurich train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Dortmund Hbf and Zurich. The earliest departure is at 5:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dortmund Hbf is at 7:36 PM which arrives into Zurich at 5:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 36m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 38m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 28m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 48m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 38m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 28m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 48m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 28m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 26m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 24m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 48m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 26m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 24m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 48m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 26m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 24m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 48m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 26m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 24m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 48m • 1 change

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    Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)6h 24m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dortmund Hbf 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.

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  • Distance: 676.4 km
  • Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Dortmund Hbf, Germany and Zurich, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Dortmund Hbf to Zürich HB via Basel SBB in around 6h 36m.

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