The average train between Zurich and Altenburg takes 11h 9m and the fastest train takes 8h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Altenburg. 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 4 times a day between Zurich and Altenburg. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Altenburg at 12:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 11h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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13h 11m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Altenburg? 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 Zurich to Altenburg. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Altenburg station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.
Zurich to Altenburg train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Altenburg train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Altenburg station.
Book your Zurich to Altenburg train tickets online with SBB GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Zurich and Altenburg is 491.7 km. The road distance is 831 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Altenburg via Basel SBB, Frankfurt, and Leipzig Hbf in around 9h 22m.