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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Cheapest | ||||
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Fastest | ||||
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn + EuroCity Train + Interregio Express | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Heidelberg to Zürich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 279, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Heidelberg and Zürich?
Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, 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 Heidelberg to Zürich by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Heidelberg to Zürich?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Zürich start from R 776. The average price for this train route is around R 1 428. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Heidelberg to Zürich?
The average train journey time from Heidelberg to Zürich is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 226 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 8m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Zürich route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Zürich?
The earliest train from Heidelberg to Zürich departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 19:13.
Which is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Heidelberg 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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heidelberg to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Heidelberg to Zürich was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 201To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Heidelberg to Zürich as early as possible.
