Trains tickets from Düsseldorf to Zürich

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Today16 Jul
from US$96
Tomorrow17 Jul
from US$115
Fri18 Jul
from US$88
Sat19 Jul
from US$96
Sun20 Jul
from US$101
Mon21 Jul
from US$100
Tue22 Jul
Wed23 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Dusseldorf Airport Train Station
    Arrival time: 18 July at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Operated by: S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Interregio Express
    S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + Interregio Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Duesseldorf Central
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICEDeutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Dusseldorf Airport Train Station
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Operated by: S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express
    S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Dusseldorf Airport Train Station
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Operated by: S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 July at
    Departure city: Düsseldorf
    Departure location: Dusseldorf Airport Train Station
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Zürich
    Destination location: Zurich HB (Main Station)
    Operated by: S-Bahn + EuroCity Train + Interregio Express
    S-Bahn + EuroCity Train + Interregio Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Zürich

Average priceUS$40 - US$171Average duration18h 40m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average priceUS$51 - US$307Average duration6h 20m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$37 - US$70Average duration6h 10m
19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Düsseldorf to Zürich

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
6h 10mAverage duration
US$37Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Train Düsseldorf to Zürich: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$100
Average train trip duration6h 20m
Number of daily trains38
Earliest train departure06:04
Distance281 miles
Latest train departure23:54

Düsseldorf to Zürich Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Düsseldorf - Zürich

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Zürich cost?

    The average train ticket price from Düsseldorf to Zürich is US$100. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Düsseldorf to Zürich?

    A train trip between Düsseldorf and Zürich is around 6h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 13m. This is the time it takes to travel the 278 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Düsseldorf and Zürich?

    The number of trains from Düsseldorf to Zürich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 38. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Düsseldorf to Zürich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Düsseldorf to Zürich?

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

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Düsseldorf to Zürich?

    Trains travelling between Düsseldorf and Zürich leave from Hbf or ZOB am Hbf and arrive at Sihlquai - Limmatstraße, Zürich Airport, Zürich Altstetten.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
14/07
US$123
15/07
US$106
Today
US$123
17/07
US$147
18/07
US$164
19/07
US$105
20/07
US$164
21/07
US$122
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Düsseldorf to Zürich was searched and found on 19 Jul 2025 with a price of US$105

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

You can expect to pay from US$105 to US$280 for a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$105, which is on 2025-07-19.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Düsseldorf and Zürich is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Zürich.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Zürich, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Düsseldorf and Zürich compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Düsseldorf to Zürich.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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