Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB train with Deutsche Bahn

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB

Showing times and prices for Aug 05

Cheapest price

kr310

Average price

kr650

Fastest journey

5 h 27 m

Average duration

5 h 34 m

Trains per day

10

Distance

297 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB will cost around kr650 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr310.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB without transferring at least once.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 989 · 4207 · 17768 · IC 483
    6:16 AM6h07
    Nuremberg Hbf
    12:23 PMZurich HB
    kr3101One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2164 · IC 187
    9:41 AM5h42
    Nuremberg Hbf
    3:23 PMZurich HB
    kr4461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2166 · IC 185
    7:37 AM5h46
    Nuremberg Hbf
    1:23 PMZurich HB
    kr4461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2168 · IC 183
    5:35 AM5h48
    Nuremberg Hbf
    11:23 AMZurich HB
    kr4461One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn59119 · 3286 · ECE 194
    8:39 AM5h49
    Nuremberg Hbf
    2:28 PMZurich HB
    kr7401One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr169. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr169, and a flight costs an average of kr1307.

Distance: 184 miles (297 km)

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Train
Bus
Flight
Driving

kr923

Average price

kr251

Average price

Cheapest

kr3174

Average price

kr872

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 35m

Average total duration

5h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 17m

Average total duration

5h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 53m

Average total duration

Fastest

53m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

4h 12m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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FlixBus

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Helvetic Airways

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The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB is a bus with an average price of kr251.

This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB:

A bus is kr672 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB costing on average kr923.

A bus is kr2922 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB costing on average kr3174.

The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB is by flight with an average journey time of 53m.

Other travel options to Zurich HB take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 5m.

Bus takes on average 5h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nuremberg Hbf and Zurich HB including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around kr923 compared to roughly kr872 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr-51.59. The journey takes 5h 5m versus 4h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB train times

The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 989+agilis84258+Deutsche Bahn4207 · 17768
On time
6:16 AM Nuremberg Hbf
6h07
12:23 PM Zurich HB
5 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 827 · ECE 196
On time
7:01 AM Nuremberg Hbf
5h27
12:28 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2166 · IC 185
On time
7:37 AM Nuremberg Hbf
5h46
1:23 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn59089 · 57137+agilis84268+Deutsche Bahn4245
On time
7:39 AM Nuremberg Hbf
6h44
2:23 PM Zurich HB
6 transfers
Deutsche Bahn59119 · 3286 · ECE 194
On time
8:39 AM Nuremberg Hbf
5h49
2:28 PM Zurich HB
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 523 · ECE 194
Delayed
7:03 AM 9:01 AMNuremberg Hbf
5h27
2:28 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2164 · IC 187
On time
9:41 AM Nuremberg Hbf
5h42
3:23 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 724 · ECE 5+TGVTGV 9213
On time
10:00 AM Nuremberg Hbf
6h26
4:26 PM Zurich HB
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 527 · ECE 192
On time
11:01 AM Nuremberg Hbf
5h27
4:28 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2162 · RE 52383 · IC 189
On time
11:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf
5h41
5:23 PM Zurich HB
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnIC 2162 · IC 2383 · IC 189
On time
11:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf
5h41
5:23 PM Zurich HB
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 621 · ECE 190
On time
1:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf
5h27
6:28 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2160 · IC 281
On time
1:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf
5h43
7:23 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn59125 · 3296 · ECE 98
On time
2:39 PM Nuremberg Hbf
5h49
8:28 PM Zurich HB
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 625 · ECE 98
On time
3:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf
5h27
8:28 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2068 · IC 283
On time
3:41 PM Nuremberg Hbf
5h42
9:23 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 629 · ECE 96
On time
5:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf
5h27
10:28 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnIC 2066 · IC 285
On time
5:40 PM Nuremberg Hbf
5h43
11:23 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 723 · ECE 94
On time
7:01 PM Nuremberg Hbf
5h27
12:28 AM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 520 · IC 60403
On time
10:00 PM Nuremberg Hbf
10h05
8:05 AM Zurich HB
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 520 · IC 60403 · IC 559
On time
10:00 PM Nuremberg Hbf
9h26
7:26 AM Zurich HB
2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB

GermanyGermany
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
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Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr923 but you can travel from only kr169 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 184 miles (297 km) distance in 5h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from kr169
Distance
184 miles (297 km)
Average train duration
5h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
kr923
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
5h 45m
First train
5:35 AM
Last train
10:38 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from kr169

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH trains will get you between Nuremberg Hbf and Zurich HB from kr169. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 41m
Cheapest Price
kr844
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 48m
Cheapest Price
kr923
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
1 a day

Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 45m
Arverio Baden-Württemberg GmbH frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at kr923, while the average price is around kr923.
The train from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB takes 5h 45m and runs 7 per day.
The distance by train from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB is 184 miles (297 km).
The first train from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB leaves at 5:35 AM.
The last train from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB leaves at 10:38 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB.
The cheapest way to get from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB is by bus, with a cost of around kr169.
Yes, the train journey from Nürnberg Hbf to Zürich HB is scenic, offering views of picturesque countryside, charming Bavarian villages, and the rolling hills of southern Germany before reaching the stunning landscapes of Switzerland.
A day trip from Nürnberg Hbf to Zürich HB is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 45m. There are 8 trains available per day, covering a distance of 184 miles (297 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB.
Since both Nuremberg Hbf and Zurich HB are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Zurich HB include Lucerne, Interlaken, Bern, Basel, Chur.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Switzerland uses the Swiss Franc (CHF) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards; however, credit and debit cards are widely accepted, especially in cities and larger establishments, making card payments convenient. Cash is still useful for small purchases, local markets, or remote areas where card acceptance may be limited.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB

Most Nuremberg Hbf to Zurich HB trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg Hbf and Zurich HB train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nuremberg
Arrival train stations in Zurich
Nürnberg HbfBahnhofsplatz 9, 90443 Nuremberg, GermanyWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nürnberg Hbf from Nuremberg city centre

Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN12, N11 · 11m · kr24
SubwayU1 · 2m · kr24 · every ~24 min

Nürnberg Hbf train station facilities and services

Nürnberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.

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