Train from Erfurt to Zürich: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Erfurt to Zürich on 19 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity
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Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn EuroCity
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Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Erfurt Hbf
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
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Erfurt Hbf
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
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Erfurt Hbf
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Erfurt 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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 815, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
6h 10mAverage duration
441 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 748 - R 1 084Average duration13h 30m
11kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 807 - R 2 621Average duration7h 42m
11kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 815 - R 815Average duration6h 10m
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erfurt 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Erfurt to Zürich?

    The cheapest train tickets from Erfurt to Zürich start from R 1 807. The average price for this train route is around R 2 085. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Erfurt to Zürich?

    The average train journey time from Erfurt to Zürich is 7h 42m, covering a distance of 439 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 42m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest train from Erfurt to Zürich departs at 06:31. And the latest train departs at 19:47.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Erfurt 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.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Erfurt to Zürich?

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

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