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Köln Hbf to Zurich trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Köln Hbf and Zurich takes 5h 37m and the fastest train takes 5h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Köln 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.

5h 37m
Duration
581 km
Distance
CHF 134
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Mannheim

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  1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain train 43 / ...
  2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBBtrain train 12 / ...
  3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain train Tgv / ...
5h 38m
CHF 81–462

Köln Hbf to Zurich train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Köln Hbf and Zurich. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Köln Hbf is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Zurich at 7:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 5h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Köln Hbf to Zurich.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 581.2 km
  • Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Zürich HB via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Basel SBB in around 5h 38m.

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