How much does a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Zürich cost?

The average train ticket price from Berlin to Zürich is R 1 841. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Berlin to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Berlin to Zürich?

A train trip between Berlin and Zürich is around 8h 45m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 52m. This is the time it takes to travel the 672 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Berlin and Zürich?

The number of trains from Berlin to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Berlin to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Berlin to Zürich?

When taking the train from Berlin to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Berlin to Zürich?

Trains travelling between Berlin and Zürich leave from Berlin Ostbahnhof or Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Zürich Stadelhofen.

Train Berlin to Zürich from R 1 039 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berlin to Zürich on 16 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	21:37	Hauptbahnhof	15h 13m	12:50	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
	12:46	Berlin Hbf	9h 14m	22:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:26	Hauptbahnhof	17h 24m	09:50	Airport (ZLC)	No tags
	06:33	Berlin Ostbahnhof	9h 27m	16:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Regional-Express + EuroCity Express	06:37	Berlin Ostbahnhof	9h 50m	16:27	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Berlin 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 9 hours and with fares starting at just R 875, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

9hAverage duration

671 kmDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 670 - R 3 978	Average duration16h 15m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 100 - R 5 878	Average duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 875 - R 1 643	Average duration9h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511 324 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

CH train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Berlin and Zürich?

Stops in Berlin

A - Berlin Ostbahnhof

B - Hauptbahnhof

C - Spandau

D - Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)

E - Berlin Südkreuz

F - Alt-Tegel

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Zürich Stadelhofen

D - Zürich Oerlikon

E - Zürich Selnau

F - Zürich Altstetten

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berlin to Zürich by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Berlin to Zürich cost?
The average train ticket price from Berlin to Zürich is R 1 841. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Berlin to Zürich is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Berlin to Zürich?
A train trip between Berlin and Zürich is around 8h 45m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 52m. This is the time it takes to travel the 672 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Berlin and Zürich?
The number of trains from Berlin to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Berlin to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Berlin to Zürich?
When taking the train from Berlin to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Berlin to Zürich?
Trains travelling between Berlin and Zürich leave from Berlin Ostbahnhof or Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Zürich Stadelhofen.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

13/11

R 1 253

14/11

R 2 918

Today

R 1 835

16/11

R 2 128

17/11

R 1 256

18/11

R 1 241

19/11

R 1 047

20/11

R 1 257

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Zürich was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 047

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 047 to R 5 573 for a train ticket from Berlin to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 047, which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.