The average train between Zurich and Detmold takes 11h 51m and the fastest train takes 8h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Detmold. 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 5 times a day between Zurich and Detmold. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 9:58 PM which arrives into Detmold at 11:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 11h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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9h 41m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Detmold? 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 Detmold. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Detmold station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 51m.
Zurich to Detmold train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Detmold train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Altenbeken station.
Book your Zurich to Detmold train tickets online with SBB GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Zurich and Detmold is 508.9 km. The road distance is 726 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Detmold, Bahnhof via Basel SBB, Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe, and Altenbeken in around 8h 20m.