Train from Berlin to Zürich: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Zürich on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Gesundbrunnen
    Airport (ZLC)Cheapest
    Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Berlin Hbf
    Zurich HB (Main Station)Fastest
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
      Hauptbahnhof
      Sihlquai - LimmatstraßeNo tags
      Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
      Berlin Ostbahnhof
      Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
      Deutsche Bahn ICE
      Berlin Ostbahnhof
      Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin to Zürich

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1carpool per day
      8h 50mAverage duration
      416 milesDistance
      28kgCO₂ emissions
      Average price£34 - £121Average duration16h 5m
      16kg CO₂e
      Average price£43 - £235Average duration8h 54m
      16kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average price£38 - £55Average duration8h 50m
      28kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Zürich by train

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

      1. How much does a train ticket cost from Berlin to Zürich?

        The cheapest train tickets from Berlin to Zürich start from £43. The average price for this train route is around £85. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the train journey from Berlin to Zürich?

        The average train journey time from Berlin to Zürich is 8h 54m, covering a distance of 415 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8h 3m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

      3. Which train operators serve the Berlin to Zürich route?

        Several major train operators run on this route with 24 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berlin to Zürich?

        The earliest train from Berlin to Zürich departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 23:33.

      5. Which is the best train operator from Berlin to Zürich?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

      6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Berlin to Zürich?

        According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

      7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Berlin to Zürich?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

      8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Berlin 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.

      Best price found
      09/12
      £46
      10/12
      £128
      Today
      £128
      12/12
      £129
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      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Berlin to Zürich was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £46

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berlin to Zürich as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from £46 to £238 for a train ticket from Berlin to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £129, which is on 2025-12-12.

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