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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Interregio Express + InterCity | Train | Hbf | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Hbf | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Hbf | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express + Interregio Express | Train | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Zürich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Zürich?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Zürich Stadelhofen
Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Zürich Oerlikon
Hofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Zürich Selnau
Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - F
Zürich Altstetten
Altstetterpl. 12, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Zürich by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Zürich?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Zürich start at $88. The average price for this train route is around $156. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Zürich?
The average train trip from Cologne to Zürich takes 5h 30m and covers 413 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 6m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Zürich route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Zürich?
The earliest train from Cologne to Zürich departs at 6:08am. The latest train departs at 11:54pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Zürich was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $85To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Zürich, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $85 to $372 for a train ticket from Cologne to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2026-02-04.
