The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Ansbach
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Ansbach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Ansbach will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Ansbach without transferring at least 2 times.
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Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Zurich to Ansbach
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Ansbach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €160.
Distance: 162 miles (262 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€47 Average price Cheapest | €478 Average price |
5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Ansbach train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Ansbach trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:37 AM Zurich | 5h12 | 11:49 AM Ansbach | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:37 AM Zurich | 5h12 | 1:49 PM Ansbach | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:37 AM Zurich | 5h12 | 3:49 PM Ansbach | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:37 PM Zurich | 5h12 | 5:49 PM Ansbach | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 12:05 AM Zurich | 9h44 | 9:49 AM Ansbach | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Ansbach
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:11 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Ansbach trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Ansbach from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Ansbach

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Ansbach
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- 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
- Monday: 07:00 - 17:55
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 17:55
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 17:55
- Thursday: 07:00 - 17:55
- Friday: 07:00 - 17:55
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Frankengrill
- Pizzeria Toscana
- Kammerkneipe
- Schloßbergstube
- Hotel Fantasie
- Hotel Birnbaum
- Platengarten
- Bio Restaurant Schwarzer Bock
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