The average train between Zurich and Ruhpolding takes 10h 5m and the fastest train takes 8h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Ruhpolding. 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 Ruhpolding. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 2:32 PM which arrives into Ruhpolding at 7:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Salzburg Hbf and take an average of 10h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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16h 37m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Ruhpolding? 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 Ruhpolding. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Ruhpolding station via Salzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.
Zurich to Ruhpolding train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.
Zurich to Ruhpolding train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Salzburg Hbf station.
Book your Zurich to Ruhpolding train tickets online with Railjet and Transdev GmbH.
The distance between Zurich and Ruhpolding is 310.4 km. The road distance is 550 km.
Railjet operates a train from Zuerich Hb to Salzburg Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €70–110 and the journey takes 6h 30m.