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Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich

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3 h 31 min
408 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich

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Cheapest
By car (408 km)
3 h 31 min
408 km.
from $22
Fastest
Plane to Zurich (EuroAirport Swiss)
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Rideshare
3 h 31 min
408 km.
from $15.52
Train via Basel
4 h 21 min
304 km.
from $123.28
Bus, Plane
3 h 48 min
303 km.
from $282.83

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Frankfurt central train station to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$41.98–$58.52

Marino Autolinee

Phone:
+39 080 3112335
Email:
Website:
marinobus.it/
Bus from Frankfurt central train station to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$41.98–$57.25

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Frankfurt to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$954.19
Plane from Frankfurt to Basel
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$610.68

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Frankfurt to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$954.19
Plane from Frankfurt to Basel
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$279.90–$610.68

Air Dolomiti

Website:
airdolomiti.it/
Plane from Frankfurt to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$496.18
Plane from Frankfurt to Basel
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.39–$610.68

Condor Flugdienst

Website:
condor.com
Plane from Frankfurt to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.67–$636.13

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Frankfurt to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.89–$127.23

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Frankfurt to Basel
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.97–$82.70

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Frankfurt to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.07–$203.56

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Sued to Zuerich
Ave. Duration:
5h 23m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$69.97–$101.78

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Basel SBB to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$40.71–$76.34

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich?

The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich is to bus which costs $35.87 - $50 and takes 6h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich?

The fastest way to get from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich is to fly which takes 2h 35m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt Central Station and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Frankfurt central train station station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Frankfurt Central Station and Zurich?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Frankfurt and arriving at Zürich HB. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich?

The distance between Frankfurt Central Station and Zurich is 313 km. The road distance is 409.3 km.

How do I travel from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich without a car?

The best way to get from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich without a car is to train via Basel which takes 4h 21m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich bus from?

Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich train from?

Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Frankfurt station.

Train, bus or fly from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich?

The best way to get from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich is to fly which takes 2h 35m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train via Basel, which costs $92.39 - $141.30 and takes 4h 21m, you could also bus, which costs $35.87 - $50 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich bus arrive?

Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich train arrive?

Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich is 409 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich.

How do I get a train ticket from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich?

Book your Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich?

Book your Frankfurt Central Station to Zurich bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1008+ hotels available in Zurich. Prices start at $85.38 per night.
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