Trains from Munich to Zurich
The cheapest trains
from Munich
to Zurich
Cheapest
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Zurich will cost around $ 80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 35.
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Munich to Zurich
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The fastest trains
from Munich
to Zurich
Fastest Journey
4 h 38 m
Average
7 h 33 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
242 km
Of the 19 train that leave Munich for Zurich every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct train cover the 242 km distance in an average of 7 h 33 m but if you time it right, some train will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
The slowest train will take 10 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Journey Summary
Munich to Zurich Train Information
| Avg. Train Duration: | 6 hours | |
| Train Ticket Price: | $35 | |
| Trains depart from: | Munich | |
| Trains arrive in: | Zurich | |
| Distance: | 242 km | |
| Train Companies: | ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn |
Trains from Munich to Zurich
Trains in Europe are an effective way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international train routes. All trains traveling from Munich to Zurich are operated by Deutsche Bahn, with between 18-22 trains making the journey every day. Some Munich to Zurich trains are direct; however, most trains require between 2-4 transfers. Trains typically take between 4½ and 10½ hours to arrive in Zurich, depending on if a transfer is required. The first train of the day departs Munich at 3:24 a.m. while the last leaves at 12:01 a.m. All Munich to Zurich trains depart from München Hauptbahnhof (main train station) and arrive at Zürich Hauptbahnhof (main train station).
Munich to Zurich Train Cost
Average prices for trains from Munich to Zurich when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€81 |
1 Day in Advance |
€72 |
1 Week in Advance |
€58 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€53 |
1 Month in Advance |
€48 |
3 Months in Advance |
€48 |
Munich to Zurich Trains: General Information
Travelers in Europe can offset some of the cost of Munich to Zurich train tickets by planning ahead and booking tickets as far in advance as possible.
All Munich to Zurich trains are run by Deutsche Bahn.- Some Munich to Zurich trains are direct; however, most journeys require between 2-4 transfers. All trains depart from München Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Zürich Hauptbahnhof.
- The Munich to Zurich train journey takes as little as 4 hours and 20 minutes to arrive in Zurich.
- Most travelers book their Munich to Zurich train tickets 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Munich to Zurich trains decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 11% cheaper on average to book a Munich to Zurich train a day ahead of time rather than purchasing a ticket at the train station.
- Munich to Zurich train costs are 28% cheaper on average when booked 1 week in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of.
- Munich to Zurich train tickets are 41% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance of when you intend on traveling.
Taking the Train from Munich
Travelers wishing to make long distance journeys from Munich to Zurich should head for Munich's main railway station, München Hauptbahnhof, which is located at Bayerstraße in the city center. The station is served by several tram lines that stop in front of the main station entrance. There are also numerous S-Bahn, bus, and underground lines that serve the station, as well as taxi stands.
Getting into Zurich by Train
Trains from Munich to Zurich arrive at the city's main train station, Zürich Hauptbahnhof, which is centrally located near the old town on Bahnhofstrasse, making it a great starting point for exploring the architecture, museums, and sites of the city. The station is the main hub for the city's clean and efficient public transport system, which includes trams, buses and suburban trains (S-Bahn). The bus station is easy to locate just 100 meters north from the train station. The city is best explored on foot, but bus or tram stops are located approximately 300 meters apart. Buses run from 5:00 a.m. until about 12:30 a.m. and there are also night buses that run in 30-minute intervals on Friday and Saturday nights.
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