Zurich HB to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$66

Average price

$66

Fastest journey

5 h 24 m

Average duration

5 h 24 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

297 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Zurich HB to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Zurich HB for Frankfurt am Main Flughafen on Sun, Jul 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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.

Deutsche Bahn
07:34AM5h24
Zurich HB
12:58PMFrankfurt am Main Flughafen
$661One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Zurich HB to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €139.

Distance: 184 miles (297 km)

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€152

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€26

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€194

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4h 48m

Average total duration

4h 18m

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1h 5m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen

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Trains from Zurich HB to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€70) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
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 $17 (€14)
Distance
184 miles (297 km)
Average train duration
4h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
$87 (€70)
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
4h 8m
First train
03:59
Last train
11:08
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 $17 (€14)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE and ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Zürich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen trains

For as little as $25 (€20) you can travel by train between Zürich Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Flughafen with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE and ÖBB | Euro City (EC). Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Deutsche Bahn from Zürich Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen train information:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 7 min
  • Cheapest Price: $25

FAQs: Trains from Zurich HB to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen

FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich HB to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich HB to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen.
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Popular train stations from Zurich HB to Frankfurt am Main Flughafen

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Frankfurt am Main
The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main.
Zürich HBWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
26
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Au Premier
  • Brasserie Federal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
  • Hotel St. Gotthard
  • Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
Shower
  • Cost CHF 12
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
  • Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
  • Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
Public transit options for Zürich HB
  • Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
The major train station for arrivals in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf for your journey to Frankfurt am Main from Zurich.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
10 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Käfer's
  • McDonald's
  • Asia Snack Box
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel
  • Hilton Frankfurt Airport
  • Steigenberger Airport Hotel
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and S-Bahn trains
  • Hall 2: access to airport terminals
Public transit options for Frankfurt (M) Flughafen Regionalbf
  • S-Bahn: Lines S8, S9
  • Regional trains: RE2, RE3, RE59
  • Bus: Several lines available

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