Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport train

Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Showing times and prices for Mar 23

Cheapest

20

Average

63

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich 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
10:37AMZurich4h58 03:35PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
08:59PMZurich5h26 02:25AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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501One-way
ÖBB | ICE
08:59AMZurich3h52 12:51PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
0 transfers
1211One-way

Train schedule from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport

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ÖBB | ICE
08:59AMZurich3h52 12:51PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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Deutsche Bahn
10:37AMZurich4h58 03:35PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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Deutsche Bahn
08:59PMZurich5h26 02:25AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
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Fastest train times from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Showing times and prices for Mar 23

Fastest Journey

3 h 52 m

Average

4 h 45 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

298 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Zurich for Frankfurt am Main Airport every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

ÖBB | ICE
08:59AMZurich3h52 12:51PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
0 transfers
1211One-way
Deutsche Bahn
10:37AMZurich4h58 03:35PMFrankfurt am Main Airport
0 transfers
201One-way
Deutsche Bahn
08:59PMZurich5h26 02:25AMFrankfurt am Main Airport
0 transfers
501One-way

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Overview: Train from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport

distanceDistance185 miles (298 km)
durationAverage train duration4 h 58 min
priceAverage train ticket price$41 (€36)
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesÖBB | ICE or Deutsche Bahn

Trains from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport cover the 185 miles (298 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 58 min with our travel partners like ÖBB | ICE or Deutsche Bahn. There are direct train services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $41 (€36), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $32 (€28).

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport trains

Travel to Frankfurt am Main Airport from Zurich from $32 (€28) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

Deutsche Bahn

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, which you can also use for your train from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport. 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. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

    Travel Tips: Trains from Zurich 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 Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
    FAQs

    Travel by train between Zurich, Switzerland and Frankfurt am Main Airport, Germany is: Unrestricted.

    Is international entry into Frankfurt am Main Airport from Zurich restricted?

    International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland

    Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Zurich?

    Entry Requirements:

    • There are no current restrictions

    What are the safety rules to follow in Frankfurt am Main Airport, Germany?

    The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

    • Physical distance required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
    • Face mask required: Mandatory

    The above information was last checked on 2/21/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train between Zurich and Frankfurt am Main Airport closer to your date of departure here

    The restriction level for your return train to Zurich, Switzerland from Frankfurt am Main Airport is: Unrestricted.

    Is my return train into Zurich from Frankfurt am Main Airport restricted?

    International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany

    Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Conditions of reentry:

    • There are no current restrictions

    What are the safety rules to follow in Zurich, Switzerland?

    The government of Switzerland has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

    • Social distancing required: metre (s) ( feet)
    • Face mask required: Regional advice

    Last checked on 2/21/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Zurich from Frankfurt am Main Airport closer to your date of departure here here.

    Looking to save money on your route? Omio customers have found the cheapest train from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport for the next 7 days starting from $32 (€28)  one way.
    If you’re looking to book your train tickets in the next week, you can expect the Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport train price to come in at an average of $41 (€36)  one way.
    When traveling this route you should expect the distance between Zurich and Frankfurt am Main Airport by train to be approximately 185 miles (298 km).
    On average the Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport train travel time is 4 h 58 min  for the 185 miles (298 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
    Take the Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport train with ÖBB | ICE or Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip between Zurich and Frankfurt am Main Airport as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
    The price of a one way train ticket from Zurich to Frankfurt am Main Airport is on average $41 (€36) if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend booking tickets before your planned travel date to find the best prices for trains from all possible train companies offering this route. In general, you can find train tickets between Zurich and Frankfurt am Main Airport available a few months in advance.

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