Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport train

Cheap train tickets from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport

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Cheapest

20

Average

40

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

Deutsche Bahn
08:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof5h26 02:25AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
02:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof4h07 07:06PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
04:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof4h07 09:06PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
04:37PMZürich Hauptbahnhof4h29 09:06PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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641One-way
Deutsche Bahn with connection
09:16PMZürich Hauptbahnhof11h27 08:43AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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781One-way

Train schedule from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport

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Deutsche Bahn
02:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof4h07 07:06PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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Deutsche Bahn
04:37PMZürich Hauptbahnhof4h29 09:06PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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Deutsche Bahn
04:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof4h07 09:06PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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Deutsche Bahn
08:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof5h26 02:25AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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Deutsche Bahn with connection
09:16PMZürich Hauptbahnhof11h27 08:43AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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Fastest train times from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Showing times and prices for Mar 27

Fastest Journey

4 h 7 m

Average

5 h 55 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

297 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Zürich Hauptbahnhof for Frankfurt am Main Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Deutsche Bahn
02:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof4h07 07:06PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
04:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof4h07 09:06PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
04:37PMZürich Hauptbahnhof4h29 09:06PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
0 transfers
641One-way
Deutsche Bahn
08:59PMZürich Hauptbahnhof5h26 02:25AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn with connection
09:16PMZürich Hauptbahnhof11h27 08:43AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
0 transfers
781One-way

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Overview: Train from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport

distanceDistance184 miles (297 km)
durationAverage train duration4 h 33 min
priceAverage train ticket price$30 (€26)
frequencyTrain frequency7 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 6 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE or ÖBB | Euro City (EC)

Trains from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport cover the 184 miles (297 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 33 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). Normally, there are 7 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $30 (€26), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $23 (€20).

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Deutsche Bahn

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport train.

Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 11 min
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 2 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport can start from as little as $23 (€20) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport is $30 (€26); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport is on average 4 h 33 min  for the 184 mile (297 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Zürich Hauptbahnhof and Frankfurt am Main Airport by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport leaves at 5: 59 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner  from Omio.
The last train from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport leaves at 6: 59 PM.
There are 7 trains a day from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE or ÖBB | Euro City (EC). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE or ÖBB | Euro City (EC) for the best way to get you to Frankfurt am Main Airport. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Zürich Hauptbahnhof and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 59 PM.
A trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Zürich Hauptbahnhof is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 33 min each way. Check with Omio app  the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Zürich Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt am Main Airport is November.
However, you have options as you can travel between Zürich Hauptbahnhof and Frankfurt am Main Airport 4 different ways: bus, ferry, flight or train.

Trains departing from Zürich HB

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Distance from Zürich HB to city center
Distance from Zürich HB to city center
1.5 miles (2.4 km)
Amenities at station
Dining
Dining
Predigerhof | Zeughauskeller | Sprüngli Café-Bar | Haus Hiltl
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Europcar | teslify

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