How much is the train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

The average train ride duration from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich is 4h 34m, covering a distance of 188 miles (303 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Frankfurt am Main to Zürich route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , FlixTrain , FlixBus , TGV inOui , Deutsche Bahn - SNCF .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

The earliest train departs from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 9:50pm.

What is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Zürich from $45 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Zürich on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:37pm	Südbahnhof	7h 38m	11:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
	12:05pm	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 55m	4:00pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:34pm	Südbahnhof	6h 56m	12:30am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Regionalbahn + EuroCity Train + Regional-Express + InterCity	8:08am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 15m	1:23pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	8:33am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 27m	1:00pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Zürich on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:37pm	Südbahnhof	7h 38m	11:15pm	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
	12:05pm	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 55m	4:00pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:34pm	Südbahnhof	6h 56m	12:30am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	6:30am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 30m	11:00am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
S-Bahn + EuroCity Train + Interregio Express	9:30am	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	5h 22m	2:52pm	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

190 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $103	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $239	Average Duration4h 34m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $50	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Zürich?

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Zürich

A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
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B
Zürich Airport
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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

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511,578 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

TGV inOui

4/553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

Deutsche Bahn - SNCF

Train and bus companies in CH:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?
The cheapest train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $83. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?
The average train ride duration from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich is 4h 34m, covering a distance of 188 miles (303 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Frankfurt am Main to Zürich route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain, FlixBus, TGV inOui, Deutsche Bahn - SNCF.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?
The earliest train departs from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 9:50pm.
What is the best train operator from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, 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

12/10

$82

12/11

$66

Today

$87

12/13

$67

12/14

$45

12/15

No data

12/16

No data

12/17

$46

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $45

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

You can expect to pay from $45 to $189 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-14.