The average train between Zurich and Rudolstadt takes 10h 36m and the fastest train takes 8h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Rudolstadt. 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 Rudolstadt. 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 Rudolstadt at 1:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 10h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



9h 7m • 3 changes


8h 7m • 3 changes


8h 32m • 3 changesArrives next day



12h 36m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Rudolstadt? 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 Rudolstadt. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Rudolstadt station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.
Zurich to Rudolstadt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Rudolstadt train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Jena-Göschwitz station.
Book your Zurich to Rudolstadt train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Zurich and Rudolstadt is 424.7 km. The road distance is 755 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Rudolstadt(Thuer) via Basel SBB, Erfurt Hbf, and Jena-Goeschwitz in around 8h 26m.