How to get from Zurich to Berlin by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Zurich to Berlin is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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415 miles (670 km) | |
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Deutsche Bahn |
Take a train to travel 415 miles (670 km) to Berlin from Zurich. Deutsche Bahn is the main travel company operating this route. Travelers can even take a direct train from Zurich to Berlin.
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $44 (€38). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains between Zurich and Berlin. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
Swiss is Switzerland’s leading airline and offers Economy and Business ticket fares for your next travel between Zurich and Berlin.
You can go from Zurich to Berlin by train.
The fastest way to travel to Berlin from Zurich is by flight, which requires on average 3 h 45 min of travel time.
The distance is approximately 415 miles (670 km) from Zurich to Berlin.
The average frequency per day from Zurich to Berlin is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route to Berlin from Zurich as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Zurich to Berlin:
The following travel company offer services from Zurich to Berlin:
Yes, there is a direct route available from Zurich to Berlin:
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Berlin as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Zurich and Berlin.
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