How much does a cheap train ticket from Duisburg to Zürich cost?

The average train ticket price from Duisburg to Zürich is R 2 882. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Duisburg to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Duisburg to Zürich?

A train trip between Duisburg and Zürich is around 6h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 471 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Duisburg and Zürich?

The number of trains from Duisburg to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Duisburg to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Duisburg to Zürich?

When taking the train from Duisburg to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

Train Duisburg to Zürich from R 2 138 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Duisburg to Zürich on 20 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	18:19	Hbf	14h 31m	08:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
	14:28	Duisburg Hbf	5h 32m	20:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:51	Hbf	16h 59m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express	06:27	Duisburg Hbf	5h 33m	12:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	06:39	Duisburg Hbf	8h 21m	15:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures from Duisburg to Zürich on 21 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:51	Hbf	16h 59m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	Cheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express	06:27	Duisburg Hbf	5h 33m	12:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	13:03	Hbf	14h 27m	03:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express	06:27	Duisburg Hbf	5h 33m	12:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	06:39	Duisburg Hbf	8h 21m	15:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures from Duisburg to Zürich on 24 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Interregio Express	18:53	Duisburg Hbf	6h 31m	01:24	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Cheapest
	14:28	Duisburg Hbf	5h 32m	20:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express	06:27	Duisburg Hbf	5h 33m	12:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	07:13	Duisburg Hbf	6h 10m	13:23	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
	12:13	Duisburg Hbf	5h 47m	18:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 2:57 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Duisburg 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 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 50mAverage duration

471 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 789 - R 1 845	Average duration11h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 678 - R 4 987	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 187 - R 1 187	Average duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511 380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

CH train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Duisburg and Zürich?

Stops in Duisburg

A - Hbf

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Zürich Stadelhofen

D - Zürich Oerlikon

E - Zürich Selnau

F - Zürich Altstetten

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Duisburg to Zürich by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Duisburg to Zürich cost?
The average train ticket price from Duisburg to Zürich is R 2 882. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Duisburg to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Duisburg to Zürich?
A train trip between Duisburg and Zürich is around 6h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 471 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Duisburg and Zürich?
The number of trains from Duisburg to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Duisburg to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Duisburg to Zürich?
When taking the train from Duisburg to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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The cheapest trip from Duisburg to Zürich was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 138

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 138 to R 4 909 for a train ticket from Duisburg to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 138, which is on 2025-11-24.