The average train between Zurich and Wilhelmshaven takes 12h 2m and the fastest train takes 10h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Wilhelmshaven. 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 Wilhelmshaven. The earliest departure is at 7:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Wilhelmshaven at 2:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 12h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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10h 22m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Wilhelmshaven? 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 Wilhelmshaven. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Wilhelmshaven station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.
Zurich to Wilhelmshaven train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Wilhelmshaven train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Wilhelmshaven Hbf station.
Book your Zurich to Wilhelmshaven train tickets online with SBB GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and NordWestBahn.
The distance between Zurich and Wilhelmshaven is 686 km. The road distance is 946 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Wilhelmshaven Hbf via Basel SBB and Osnabrück Hbf in around 10h 49m.