The average train between Erlangen and Zurich takes 7h 1m and the fastest train takes 6h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Erlangen 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 3 hours between Erlangen and Zurich. The earliest departure is at 5:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Erlangen is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Zurich at 9:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Nürnberg Hbf and take an average of 7h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 20m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Erlangen 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 Erlangen to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Nuernberg Hbf station and arriving at Zürich HB station via Stuttgart Hbf station and Singen station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.
Erlangen to Zurich train services, operated by Arverio Baden-Württemberg, depart from Nuernberg Hbf station.
Erlangen to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.
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The distance between Erlangen and Zurich is 306.6 km. The road distance is 374 km.
You can take a train from Erlangen to Zürich HB via Nürnberg Hbf, Nuernberg Hbf, Stuttgart Hbf, Hauptbahnhof, and Singen in around 7h 23m.