The average train between Zurich and Greifswald takes 18h 23m and the fastest train takes 17h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Greifswald. 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 twice daily between Zurich and Greifswald. The earliest departure is at 6:58 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Zurich is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Greifswald at 3:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 18h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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17h 21m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Greifswald? 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 Greifswald. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Greifswald station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 23m.
Zurich to Greifswald train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Greifswald train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Greifswald station.
Book your Zurich to Greifswald train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and SBB GmbH.
The distance between Zurich and Greifswald is 821.3 km. The road distance is 1,141 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Greifswald via Basel SBB and Frankfurt in around 11h 47m.