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Compare train and flight for Zurich to Wilhelmshaven
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Wilhelmshaven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF 141 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF 141, while a flight costs an average of CHF 700.
Distance: 426 miles (686 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF 141 Average price Cheapest | CHF 700 Average price | CHF 150 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Zurich to Wilhelmshaven
Compare the available ways to get from Zurich to Wilhelmshaven, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Wilhelmshaven:
A train is CHF 559 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Wilhelmshaven costing on average CHF 700.
Other travel options to Wilhelmshaven take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 31m.
Tickets start at around CHF 141 compared to roughly CHF 150 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF 9. The journey takes 9h 1m versus 8h 26m 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.
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How to get from Zurich to Wilhelmshaven by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Zurich to Wilhelmshaven is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
7:59 AM 10h22 Zurich 6:21 PM Wilhelmshaven CHF 161 1 One-way 4 transfers
Cheapest
7:59 AM 10h22 Zurich 6:21 PM Wilhelmshaven CHF 161 1 One-way 4 transfers
Fastest
2:34 PM 9h47 Zurich 12:21 AM Wilhelmshaven CHF 213 1 One-way 4 transfers
Other options
9:59 AM 10h22 Zurich 8:21 PM Wilhelmshaven CHF 161 1 One-way 4 transfers10:59 AM 10h22 Zurich 9:21 PM Wilhelmshaven CHF 169 1 One-way 4 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Wilhelmshaven:
A train is CHF 559 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Wilhelmshaven costing on average CHF 700.
Other travel options to Wilhelmshaven take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 31m.
- Around 39 flights per day.
- Around 8 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Wilhelmshaven as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Bremen Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Wilhelmshaven station.
- Travel with KLM, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Air France, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Wilhelmshaven by flight.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Wilhelmshaven by train.
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