Dusseldorf to Zurich train
Book a train ticket from Dusseldorf to Zurich
Book a train ticket from Dusseldorf to Zurich
Information about the Dusseldorf to Zurich train
| Number routes per day | 19 |
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| Average route time | 5h 56m |
| Shortest route time | 5h 33m |
| First hour of departure | 2h 45m |
| Last hour of departure | 19h 07m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
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How long does a journey on a train from Dusseldorf to Zurich take?
How long does the fastest train take to travel from Dusseldorf to Zurich?
How many trains run from Dusseldorf to Zurich each day?
Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Dusseldorf and Zurich?
What is the distance between Dusseldorf and Zurich by train?
What time is the first train from Dusseldorf to Zurich?
What time is the last train from Dusseldorf to Zurich?
To leave Dusseldorf, which station(s) can I depart from?
At Zurich, which station(s) will I arrive at?
Which train companies operate trains from Dusseldorf to Zurich?
What services are offered on board?
Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.
How to buy a cheap train ticket from Dusseldorf to Zurich?
Price of a Dusseldorf – Zurich Train Ticket
Depending on the dates of your train from Dusseldorf to Zurich, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Dusseldorf to Zurich, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.
Promotional Fare for Dusseldorf – Zurich
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Last-minute Dusseldorf – Zurich Train
Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Dusseldorf to Zurich. For last-minute train tickets from Dusseldorf to Zurich, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.
Direct train from Dusseldorf to Zurich and alternative routes
On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Zurich on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.
Which companies operate the train from Dusseldorf to Zurich?
TER
Travel from Dusseldorf to Zurich with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Dusseldorf to Zurich on board Deutsche Bahn (DB) trains and enjoy a reliable and comfortable journey. Deutsche Bahn is Germany’s national rail operator and offers an extensive rail network covering the entire country, allowing you to travel efficiently between cities. It operates high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.
SBB
Travel from Dusseldorf to Zurich with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). SBB is Switzerland’s national rail operator, with an extensive and punctual network connecting cities across the country efficiently. SBB operates a range of services, including high-speed, long-distance and regional trains, all of which can now be booked on the SNCF Connect website and app.
What travel classes are available on the Dusseldorf to Zurich train?
TER
Travel from Dusseldorf to Zurich by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
Travel from Dusseldorf to Zurich by train with Deutsche Bahn. Depending on your journey and the train selected, travel in 1st or 2nd class on high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, national InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) services, or the regional network. The latter includes InterRegio-Express (IRE) for fast interregional connections, Regional-Express (RE) for direct routes between cities, and Regionalbahn (RB) for stopping services to all local stations. Your Deutsche Bahn ticket Dusseldorf - Zurich guarantees a comfortable journey across Germany and its neighbouring countries.
SBB
Travel from Dusseldorf to Zurich by train with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Depending on your journey and the train selected, enjoy 1st or 2nd class comfort on long-distance InterCity (IC) and EuroCity (EC) trains, tilting trains, or the regional network, which includes InterRegio (IR), RegioExpress (RE), and Regio (R) services. Your SBB train ticket Dusseldorf - Zurich allows you to explore Switzerland and its Alpine landscapes with complete peace of mind.
What on-board services are available on the Dusseldorf to Zurich train?
TER
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Free dedicated bike area
You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
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PRM access
TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
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Refundable up to the day before departure
All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
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Plenty of space for your luggage
Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.
Deutsche Bahn (DB)
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Stay connected while you travel
Stay connected throughout your journey with free, unlimited WiFi available on most ICE and IC trains. In 1st class, throughput is optimized for professional uses such as videoconferencing or VPN connections.
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Enjoy the peace and quiet
To work or relax in complete peace, opt for the quiet zones. These areas are designed to minimize noise pollution: phone calls, loud music and ringtones are not allowed.
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Grab a bite or drink during your trip
Enjoy a meal or snack in the dining cars or bistros available on long-distance trains. A varied menu features hot dishes, snacks and drinks.
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Recharge your electronic devices
Recharge your devices easily: outlets are available at every seat in 2nd class, and up to two outlets for every three seats in 1st class. Ideal for staying productive or entertained throughout the journey.
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Carry your luggage with ease
Each passenger can take one item of hand luggage and one additional item of luggage free of charge. Large items of luggage can be stowed in the racks at the entrance or between the seats, medium-sized items above, and small items under your seat. Recommended dimensions are 70 × 50 × 30 cm. Well stowed folding strollers, mobility aids, scooters and folding bicycles are also permitted. Luggage must not inconvenience other passengers or block exits.
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Take your bicycle everywhere
Conventional bicycles are accepted on ICE, IC and EC trains with a bicycle ticket and mandatory booking. Folding bicycles and children's bicycles can be carried free of charge as hand luggage. Tandems and tricycles are allowed on certain trains with a booking at an agency. In the regions, a bicycle ticket is required but without a seat booking.
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Travel with your pet
Small animals travel free of charge in a closed container placed under your seat or in the luggage racks. Large dogs must have a ticket (50% of the adult fare), be muzzled and kept on a leash. Guide and assistance dogs travel free of charge, without a ticket or muzzle.
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Enjoy seat service in 1st class
In 1st class, relax: your meal is served directly to your seat. Enjoy attentive service and a gourmet selection without having to go anywhere.
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Access Deutsche Bahn lounges
Passengers with a flexible 1st class ticket enjoy access to DB Lounges at several major stations. These lounges offer a quiet space with drinks, WiFi and digital press to wait comfortably before departure.
SBB
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Treats and relaxation at the SBB Restaurant
Turn your journey into a break: enjoy a selection of carefully chosen meals and drinks at the SBB Restaurant or SBB Bistro, to delight your taste buds even on the train.
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Free Internet on board and in stations
Browse free of charge: thanks to SBB WiFi, Internet access is available in many stations and on board mainline trains!
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Enhanced comfort in 1st class
Travel with greater ease: in 1st class, you'll enjoy more legroom, individually adjustable seats spaced further apart, outlets in every compartment, 2+1 layouts, as well as "business" and "quiet" areas for greater peace of mind.
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Transporting your luggage on board the train
SBB makes it easy to travel with your luggage. You can keep your luggage with you on the train thanks to the numerous storage areas: under or between the seats, in the overhead luggage racks, or in the multi-function compartments of duplex cars. Pictograms indicate luggage and stroller zones.
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Transporting your bicycle on board the train
Bicycles are welcome on SBB trains. You can transport your personal bicycle in the areas provided, including in the IC2000 cars on the lower level. Groups of cyclists (10 people or more) can benefit from specially adapted services on booking. Folding bicycles can be transported as hand luggage, without a specific ticket. For other types of bicycles, we recommend checking transport conditions and booking in advance, especially during busy periods.
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Travelling with your pet
Small animals, up to the size of a cat, can travel free of charge on SBB trains if they are transported in a closed cage or bag, placed under the seat or in the luggage racks. For dogs, a specific ticket is required and can be purchased via the SNCF Connect application. Dogs must be kept on a leash and remain on the floor during the journey.
Dusseldorf to Zurich train schedule for Tuesday 4 August 2026
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | |
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| 2h 45m | 11h 00m | 8h 15m | TER, Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 6h 27m | 12h 00m | 5h 33m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 7h 06m | 13h 00m | 5h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 7h 22m | 13h 00m | 5h 38m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 8h 27m | 14h 00m | 5h 33m | Deutsche Bahn (DB), SBB | |
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| 9h 06m | 15h 00m | 5h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB), SBB | |
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| 9h 22m | 15h 23m | 6h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 10h 27m | 16h 00m | 5h 33m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 12h 27m | 18h 00m | 5h 33m | Deutsche Bahn (DB), SBB | |
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| 13h 06m | 19h 00m | 5h 54m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 13h 22m | 19h 00m | 5h 38m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 14h 27m | 20h 00m | 5h 33m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 15h 07m | 21h 00m | 5h 53m | Deutsche Bahn (DB), SBB | |
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| 15h 19m | 21h 23m | 6h 04m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 16h 27m | 22h 00m | 5h 33m | Deutsche Bahn (DB), SBB | |
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| 17h 22m | 23h 23m | 6h 01m | Deutsche Bahn (DB) | |
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| 18h 27m | 0h 10m | 5h 43m | Deutsche Bahn (DB), SBB | |
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| 18h 27m | 0h 24m | 5h 57m | Deutsche Bahn (DB), SBB | |
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| 19h 07m | 1h 24m | 6h 17m | Deutsche Bahn (DB), SBB | |
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