The average train between Zürich HB and Sylt takes 15h 46m and the fastest train takes 12h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Zürich HB to Sylt. 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 3 times a day between Zürich HB and Sylt. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zürich HB is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Sylt at 3:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 15h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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17h 35m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Zürich HB to Sylt? 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 Zürich HB to Sylt. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB station and arriving at Sylt station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 46m.
Zürich HB to Sylt train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zürich HB to Sylt train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Westerland(Sylt) ZOB/Bahnhof station.
Book your Zürich HB to Sylt train tickets online with SBB GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Zürich HB and Sylt is 838.5 km. The road distance is 1,170 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Westerland(Sylt) ZOB/Bahnhof via Basel SBB, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, Hamburg Hbf, and Elmshorn in around 13h 7m.