What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 55 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich is to fly which takes 2h 41m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 210.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt Central Train Station and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Frankfurt central train station station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt Central Train Station and Zurich?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and arriving at Zuerich Hb. This train operates Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich?

The distance between Frankfurt Central Train Station and Zurich is 419 km. The road distance is 368.9 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich without a car is to train via Basel which takes 4h 22m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 420.

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich bus from?

Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich train from?

Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Frankfurt station.

Train, bus or fly from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich?

The best way to get from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich is to train via Basel which takes 4h 22m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 55 and takes 5h 55m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 80 - SFr 210 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich bus arrive?

Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich train arrive?

Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich is 369 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich?

Book your Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich - 9 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 9 ways to get from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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Train via Basel
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Ir36 / ...
4h 22m
CHF 86–419
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Zuerich Hbnighttrain Nj
5h 21m
CHF 28–92
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N474 / ...
5h 55m
CHF 30–55
Drive 368.9 km
1. Drive from Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurichcar 368.9 km
4h
CHF 60–87
Train
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Zürich HBtrain Nightjet
5h 25m
CHF 40–420
Bus via Karlsruhe
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Karlsruhe central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N07 / ...
7h 15m
CHF 31–84
Fly Frankfurt to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FRA - ZRH
2h 41m
CHF 81–202
Fly Frankfurt to Basel, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
4h 1m
CHF 134–364
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane STR - ZRH
4h 15m
CHF 135–409

Frankfurt Central Train Station to Zurich by train

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Distance: 419 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Frankfurt Central Train Station, Germany and Zurich, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Frankfurt to Zürich HB via Basel SBB in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Zurich Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 30–55 and the journey takes 5h 55m. GrandBus also services this route once daily.

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