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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Essen Central Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Cheapest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Essen Central Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Essen Central Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Zürich
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 1 125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Zürich?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen 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 Essen to Zürich?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Zürich start from R 1 488. The average price for this train route is around R 1 700. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Zürich?
The average train journey time from Essen to Zürich is 6h 23m, covering a distance of 467 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 46m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Zürich route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Zürich?
The earliest train from Essen to Zürich departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 23:00.
Which is the best train operator from Essen 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Essen 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 Essen 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Zürich was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 874To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Zürich as early as possible.
