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

The cheapest train tickets from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main start from $45. The average price for this train route is around $85. 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 Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?

The average train ride duration from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 189 miles (304 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 53m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

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

Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche Bahn EuroCity , TGV Lyria .

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

The earliest train departs from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main at 6:37am. And the latest train departs at 9:59pm.

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

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 Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?

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 Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?

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 Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?

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 Zürich to Frankfurt am Main from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Zürich to Frankfurt am Main on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		7:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	8h 55m	3:55pm	Südbahnhof	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Zürich to Frankfurt am Main on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		7:00am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	8h 55m	3:55pm	Südbahnhof	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Zürich to Frankfurt am Main on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		5:20am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	6h 35m	11:55am	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		9:25am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	6h 30m	3:55pm	Südbahnhof	Fastest

Next departures for Zürich to Frankfurt am Main on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		5:20am	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	6h 35m	11:55am	Südbahnhof	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:49 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

190 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $100	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$45 - $331	Average Duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $46	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

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

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

Frankfurt am Main

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

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

TGV Lyria

4.5/56 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main 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 Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main start from $45. The average price for this train route is around $85. 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 Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?
The average train ride duration from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 189 miles (304 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 53m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Zürich to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, TGV Lyria.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?
The earliest train departs from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main at 6:37am. And the latest train departs at 9:59pm.
What is the best train operator from Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?
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 Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?
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 Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?
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 Zürich to Frankfurt am Main?
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.