Train from Cologne to Zürich: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cologne to Zürich on 11 December
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SNCF + Eurostar
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    Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
    Eurostar + SNCF
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      Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
      SNCF + Eurostar
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        Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
        Eurostar + SNCF
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          Eurostar + SNCF
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            Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne 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 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2carpool per day
            5h 50mAverage duration
            257 milesDistance
            17kgCO₂ emissions
            Average price£26 - £153Average duration12h 35m
            10kg CO₂e
            Average price£48 - £218Average duration5h 39m
            10kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average price£22 - £50Average duration5h 50m
            17kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne 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 Cologne to Zürich?

              The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Zürich start from £48. The average price for this train route is around £77. 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 Cologne to Zürich?

              The average train journey time from Cologne to Zürich is 5h 39m, covering a distance of 256 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

              Several major train operators run on this route with 26 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, FlixBus.

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

              The earliest train from Cologne to Zürich departs at 06:04. And the latest train departs at 23:54.

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

              According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Eurostar, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews.

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

              According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Eurostar has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

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

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Eurostar, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

            8. 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 Eurostar, 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.

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            10/12
            £112
            Today
            £128
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            16/12
            £70
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Zürich was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £70

            To 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 £70 to £197 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 £70, which is on 2025-12-16.

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