How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich cost?

The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich is R 1 366. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Zürich is around 4h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 307 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Frankfurt am Main and Zürich?

The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 61. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

When taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?

Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Zürich leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Zürich Stadelhofen.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Zürich from R 787 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich on 12 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	19:36	Südbahnhof	7h 54m	03:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
	08:05	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 55m	12:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Regionalbahn + EuroCity Express	07:41	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 19m	12:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	08:33	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 27m	13:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
	08:05	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 55m	12:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	12:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 35m	17:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	12:55	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	6h 31m	19:26	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
	12:05	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 55m	16:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	17:34	Südbahnhof	6h 56m	00:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	Cheapest
	12:06	Frankfurt Süd	3h 54m	16:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	19:36	Südbahnhof	7h 54m	03:30	Sihlquai - Limmatstraße	No tags
Regionalbahn + EuroCity Express	07:41	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 19m	12:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	08:33	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 27m	13:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
	08:05	Frankfurt Hbf	3h 55m	12:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	12:25	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	4h 35m	17:00	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
S-Bahn + Regional-Express + InterCity	12:55	Frankfurt am Main Frankfurt West	6h 31m	19:26	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 389, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

4h 10mAverage duration

306 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 209 - R 2 236	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 665 - R 4 063	Average duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 389 - R 860	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3/516 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

FlixBus

3.5/511 286 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

TGV inOui

4/553 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

Deutsche Bahn - SNCF

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

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

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Südbahnhof

B - Frankfurt Airport

Stops in Zürich

A - Sihlquai - Limmatstraße

B - Zürich Airport

C - Zürich Stadelhofen

D - Zürich Oerlikon

E - Zürich Selnau

F - Zürich Altstetten

Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Zürich

How much does a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich cost?
The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich is R 1 366. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?
A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Zürich is around 4h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 307 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Frankfurt am Main and Zürich?
The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 61. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?
When taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich?
Trains travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Zürich leave from Südbahnhof or Frankfurt Airport 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

10/11

R 1 502

11/11

R 1 418

Today

R 1 506

13/11

R 1 421

14/11

R 1 414

15/11

R 1 413

16/11

R 1 415

17/11

R 1 040

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 040

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 040 to R 3 776 for a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 040, which is on 2025-11-17.

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.