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Museum Wiesbaden
Major art museum with important 19th-century, modern, and contemporary collections, including Jawlensky works and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Wiesbaden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Wiesbaden will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Wiesbaden without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 782 · ICE 100 · ICE 590 · 15290
IC 776 · ICE 276 · IC 2349 · S8
IC 772 · ICE 278 · IC 2041 · S8
IC 772 · ICE 278+
25078
IC 776 · ICE 276+
25082
IC 794 · ICE 372 · IC 2545 · S8
IC 776 · ICE 276 · IC 2349 · S8
IC 772 · ICE 278 · IC 2041 · S8
ECE 4+
25026+
TGV 9222
IC 794 · ICE 372+
25070Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Wiesbaden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $181.
Distance: 188 miles (303 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$137 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $361 Average price | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Wiesbaden:
A bus is $62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Wiesbaden costing on average $137.
A bus is $286 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Wiesbaden costing on average $361.
Other travel options to Wiesbaden take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 29m.
Bus takes on average 5h 58m.
Tickets start at around $137 compared to roughly $139 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2. The journey takes 4h 29m versus 4h 8m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Wiesbaden trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 200 · ICE 2590+ 25088 | On time 7:59 AM Zurich HB | 4h57 | 12:56 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 200 · S8 | On time 7:59 AM Zurich HB | 5h13 | 1:12 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 794 · ICE 372+ 25070 | 8:59 AM Zurich HB | 4h57 | 1:56 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 794 · ICE 372 · IC 2545 · S8 | 8:59 AM Zurich HB | 4h43 | 1:42 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 108 · ICE 2588+ 25072 | On time 9:59 AM Zurich HB | 4h57 | 2:56 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 108 · S8 | On time 9:59 AM Zurich HB | 5h13 | 3:12 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 772 · ICE 278+ 25078 | 12:59 PM Zurich HB | 4h57 | 5:56 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 772 · ICE 278 · IC 2041 · S8 | 12:59 PM Zurich HB | 4h43 | 5:42 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ECE 4+ 25026+ TGV 9222 | Delayed 12:46 PM 1:34 PMZurich HB | 4h52 | 6:26 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 104 · ICE 2584+ 25080 | On time 1:59 PM Zurich HB | 4h57 | 6:56 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 104 · S8 | On time 1:59 PM Zurich HB | 5h13 | 7:12 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 776 · ICE 276 · IC 2349 · S8 | 2:59 PM Zurich HB | 4h43 | 7:42 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 776 · ICE 276+ 25082 | 2:59 PM Zurich HB | 4h57 | 7:56 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 782 · ICE 100 · ICE 590 · 15290 | 5:59 PM Zurich HB | 5h28 | 11:27 PM Wiesbaden Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Zurich to Wiesbaden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 but you can travel from only $41 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 188 miles (303 km) distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 188 miles (303 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 9:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Wiesbaden — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Wiesbaden trip today.
Major art museum with important 19th-century, modern, and contemporary collections, including Jawlensky works and changing exhibitions.
Local city museum covering Wiesbaden’s history from Roman times to the present with accessible displays near the old town center.
Museum dedicated to abstract painter Reinhard Ernst, presenting international postwar abstraction in a striking new purpose-built building.
Elegant central square framed by the City Palace, old and new town halls, and Marktkirche; a prime starting point for historic sightseeing.
Upscale boulevard lined with boutiques and grand buildings, ideal for a stroll through Wiesbaden’s classic spa-era urban landscape.
Large English-style landscaped park beside the Kurhaus, valued for ponds, walking paths, and a calm setting close to the city center.
Handkäs with onions, vinegar and oil. This sour milk cheese is a Hessian tavern classic, often served with bread and apple wine.
Green herb sauce made with seven herbs, usually served cold with boiled eggs and potatoes. A signature dish across Hesse and nearby Wiesbaden.
Slow-cooked pork or beef with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes. This hearty Hessian dish is traditional in cooler months and local inns.
Michelin-starred fine dining known for modern French cuisine, polished service and an elegant grand hotel setting.
Historic traditional restaurant serving Hessian classics and regional wines in a warm, old-town atmosphere near the center.
Well-known brewery tavern for hearty German dishes and house beers, with a lively casual setting in central Wiesbaden.
Moderate for Germany. Hotels can be pricey during events, but dining and local transit are similar to other large German cities.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common. In cafes and taxis, round up to the nearest euro or add a small tip.
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Wiesbaden Hbf -> Schlossplatz, Wiesbaden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Wiesbaden 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 Wiesbaden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Wiesbaden trains use the Zürich HB to Wiesbaden Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Mainz-Kastel. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Wiesbaden train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Stadelhofen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.
Wiesbaden Hbf is 1 km from Wiesbaden city centre. Public transport options include:
Wiesbaden 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 options include: Beef and Bun, Rooster Fried Chicken, Trattoria Da-Balbi, Oranien-Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Wiesbaden Hbf. ATMs are available at Wiesbaden Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wiesbaden Hbf. Information desks are available at Wiesbaden Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wiesbaden Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wiesbaden Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wiesbaden Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wiesbaden Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Landeshaus, Hotel Luisenhof, Aurora, Best Western Hotel Wiesbaden.
Mainz-Kastel is 8 km from Wiesbaden city centre. Public transport options include:
Mainz-Kastel 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 options include: Bistrorante Midi, Bastion von Schönborn, Eiscafé La Scala, The Big Easy
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz-Kastel. ATMs are available at Mainz-Kastel.
Ticket office support is available at Mainz-Kastel. Information desks are available at Mainz-Kastel.
Luggage storage is available at Mainz-Kastel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mainz-Kastel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mainz-Kastel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz-Kastel.
Nearby hotels include Hotel zum Schnackel.
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