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Cologne to Zurich by train
The journey from Cologne to Zurich by train is 257.09 mi and takes 5 hrs 57 mins. There are 19 connections per day, with the first departure at 03:49 and the last at 18:27. It is possible to travel from Cologne to Zurich by train for as little as £59.16 or as much as £142.86. The best price for this journey is £59.16.
| Lowest Price | £59.16 |
| Journey Duration | 5 hrs 57 mins |
| Connection per Day | EuroCity, ÖBB - Intercity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity, ÖBB - InterCity Express (ICE) 19 |
| Lowest Price | EuroCity, ÖBB - Intercity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity, ÖBB - InterCity Express (ICE) £59.16 |
| Highest Price | EuroCity, ÖBB - Intercity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity, ÖBB - InterCity Express (ICE) £142.86 |
| First Departure | EuroCity, ÖBB - Intercity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity, ÖBB - InterCity Express (ICE) 03:49 |
| Last Departure | EuroCity, ÖBB - Intercity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity, ÖBB - InterCity Express (ICE) 18:27 |
| Distance | EuroCity, ÖBB - Intercity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity, ÖBB - InterCity Express (ICE) 257.09 mi |
| Departure | EuroCity, ÖBB - Intercity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity, ÖBB - InterCity Express (ICE) Cologne |
| Arrival | EuroCity, ÖBB - Intercity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity, ÖBB - InterCity Express (ICE) Zurich |
| Carriers | EuroCity, ÖBB - Intercity EuroCity, ÖBB - Intercity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity, ÖBB - InterCity Express (ICE) |
Cologne to Zurich Train Times
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Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Zurich
Looking for the best deal on a train ticket for your trip? Here are 4 ways to get cheap train tickets from Cologne to Zurich.
Book in advance and save
If you're looking for the best deal for your trip from Cologne to Zurich, booking train tickets in advance is a great way to save money, but keep in mind that advance tickets are usually not available until 3 months before your travel date.
Stay flexible with your travel time and explore off-peak journeys
Planning your trips around off-peak travel times not only means that you'll be able to avoid the crowds, but can also end up saving you money. Being flexible with your schedule and considering alternative routes or times will significantly impact the amount of money you spend on getting from Cologne to Zurich.
Always check special offers
Checking on the latest deals can help save a lot of money, making it worth taking the time to browse and compare prices. So make sure you get the best deal on your ticket and take advantage of special fares for children, youth and seniors as well as discounts for groups.
Unlock the potential of slower trains or connecting trains
If you're planning a trip with some flexible time, why not opt for the scenic route? Taking slower trains or connecting trains that make more stops may save you money on your ticket – definitely worth considering if it fits in your schedule.
Best time to book Cologne to Zurich travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cologne to Zurich
The cheapest Cologne - Zurich train tickets can be found for as low as £26.55 if you’re lucky, or £46.50 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £62.49.
Find the best day to travel to Zurich by train
When travelling to Zurich by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Carriers on this route
Find out more about the carriers on this route.
Eurocity (EC) trains are specifically designed for short and long-distance travel, connecting major cities in various European countries as part of the extensive international train services. Eurocity (EC) trains are operated by a range of national railway companies across Europe, including Deutsche Bahn (Germany), SNCF (France), Trenitalia (Italy), SBB (Switzerland), and ÖBB (Austria). The Eurocity (EC) service offers regular schedules and convenient connections between prominent cities like Paris, Berlin, Milan, and Vienna.
Express InterCity is a type of train service that operates in many countries around the world. It is designed to provide fast and efficient transportation between major cities, with limited stops along the way. Express InterCity trains typically offer amenities such as comfortable seating, air conditioning, and onboard food and beverage service. They may also have first-class or business-class seating options for passengers who want extra comfort and amenities. Express InterCity trains are often a popular choice for business travelers, tourists, and commuters who need to travel between cities quickly and conveniently.
Serving Austria's long-distance travel needs, ÖBB’s Intercity trains complement the Eurocity and Railjet services. They feature both open and compartment cars with air-conditioning, and even dedicated ladies' compartments. Key routes include Graz to Salzburg and Wien to Villach.
While not as swift as the high-speed ICE trains, Deutsche Bahn’s InterCity trains boast speeds up to 200km/h, offering spacious carriages and dining options. Operating across numerous German routes, such as Cologne-Hamburg, these trains also extend to international destinations, including Amsterdam and Luxembourg. Some routes even feature double-deck trains.
Ticket types and facilities from Cologne to Zurich
Compare the different ticket types and the facilities provided by EuroCity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE) and ÖBB - Intercity when traveling from Cologne to Zurich.
Second Class
With Deutsche Bahn's Eurocity trains, a second-class ticket guarantees you a more affordable journey. Throughout your trip, you can access basic facilities like electrical outlets, air conditioning, and a bar carriage.
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Bicycle First Class
If you wish to elevate your travel experience in a quieter place with additional services such as adjustable seats, more legroom, catering service, and seat selection, you can opt for the first-class tickets on Deutsche Bahn's Eurocity trains. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Second Class
Deutshce Bahn's second class ensures a comfortable journey with standard seating arrangements with free Wi-Fi, power socket, and. Second class passengers can buy food and drinks from the bar/bistro car or restaurant car. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle First Class
First Class travel with Deutsche Bahn provides a luxurious experience with comfortable seats and many amenities such as spacious seating with personalized on-seat service and exclusive lounge access at major stations. First-class passengers can have their orders delivered to their seats, but if you do not want to wait, you can also dine in the restaurant car or buy food and drinks from the bar/bistro car. WiFi 
Quiet zone Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Second Class
On ÖBB's InterCity trains, traveling in Economy class offers you spacious seats, a socket for every two seats, and ample luggage space, all at an affordable price. Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Air conditioning Bicycle First Class
If you're looking to add a touch of luxury to your journey, choose the First Class ticket on ÖBB's InterCity trains. For those who value comfort, enjoy sockets at every adjustable seat, and extra legroom. Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Air conditioning Bicycle Second Class
On SBB Intercity trains, in addition to basic amenities for Second Class ticket, there's a Family Zone specially designed to offer comfort for families with children. If you get hungry during the journey, you can enjoy tasty meals in the restaurant carriage. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle First Class
On Deutsche Bahn IC trains, if you have a Flexpreis First Class ticket in addition to the standard second class offerings, you can access Fast Track and DB lounges at some German stations for free and enjoy the complimentary refreshments. Plus, experience a quieter travel environment and savor the view.
WiFi Quiet zone Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Facility Description
Find out more about the different facilities available onboard with each carrier on this route.
Facilities Description
Power sockets DB's EC trains feature recently updated coaches equipped with power sockets. Power sockets 
DB's EC trains feature recently updated coaches equipped with power sockets.
WiFi Deutsche Bahn is progressively adding free WiFi to their EC trains. WiFi Deutsche Bahn is progressively adding free WiFi to their EC trains.
Luggage On DB Eurocity trains, you can bring any amount of luggage without restrictions. Store small bags either in the overhead racks or beneath your seats. For bigger luggage items, use the racks found in the compartments or close to the exterior doors. Luggage On DB Eurocity trains, you can bring any amount of luggage without restrictions. Store small bags either in the overhead racks or beneath your seats. For bigger luggage items, use the racks found in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.
Accessibility The Mobility Service assists with boarding, disembarking, and train transitions. Additionally, the staff is ready to address any inquiries or provide support to ensure a smooth journey. Accessibility The Mobility Service assists with boarding, disembarking, and train transitions. Additionally, the staff is ready to address any inquiries or provide support to ensure a smooth journey.
Food and drink On EC trains, dine in the onboard restaurant or grab a quick bite from the bistro. First Class passengers receive complimentary meals at their seat. DB provides diverse, locally-sourced food options, including vegetarian and vegan choices. Food and drink On EC trains, dine in the onboard restaurant or grab a quick bite from the bistro. First Class passengers receive complimentary meals at their seat. DB provides diverse, locally-sourced food options, including vegetarian and vegan choices.
Air conditioning DB's EC trains now boast modernized carriages with air conditioning. Air conditioning DB's EC trains now boast modernized carriages with air conditioning.
WiFi On ICE trains, enjoy free WiFi and access the ICE portal for movies, TV shows, audiobooks, games, and reading material. WiFi On ICE trains, enjoy free WiFi and access the ICE portal for movies, TV shows, audiobooks, games, and reading material.
Quiet zone Seek tranquillity on ICE Frankfurt in Coach 21 (second class) and Coach 28/29 (first class). On ICE 104/105 Basel, it's Coach 31 (second class) and Coach 38/39 (first class). Quiet zone Seek tranquillity on ICE Frankfurt in Coach 21 (second class) and Coach 28/29 (first class). On ICE 104/105 Basel, it's Coach 31 (second class) and Coach 38/39 (first class).
Power sockets Stay charged with a power socket available for every two seats on the train. Power sockets Stay charged with a power socket available for every two seats on the train.
Luggage On ICE-trains, you can bring any amount of luggage without restrictions. Store small bags either in the overhead racks or beneath your seats. For bigger luggage items, use the racks found in the compartments or close to the exterior doors. Luggage On ICE-trains, you can bring any amount of luggage without restrictions. Store small bags either in the overhead racks or beneath your seats. For bigger luggage items, use the racks found in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.
Accessibility For assistance in boarding, changing trains, or other queries, reach out to DB’s Mobility Service. The staff is always ready to assist and ensure a smooth journey. Accessibility For assistance in boarding, changing trains, or other queries, reach out to DB’s Mobility Service. The staff is always ready to assist and ensure a smooth journey.
Food and drink With ICE, choose between a full menu at the onboard restaurant or quick snacks at the bistro. For First Class passengers, complimentary food and drinks are served directly to your seat. DB's diverse menu, updated quarterly, features local and vegetarian/vegan options. Food and drink With ICE, choose between a full menu at the onboard restaurant or quick snacks at the bistro. For First Class passengers, complimentary food and drinks are served directly to your seat. DB's diverse menu, updated quarterly, features local and vegetarian/vegan options.
Air conditioning ICE trains not only offer air conditioning but are also innovating with eco-friendly systems that both cool and heat using natural refrigerants. Air conditioning ICE trains not only offer air conditioning but are also innovating with eco-friendly systems that both cool and heat using natural refrigerants.
Bicycle On Deutsche Bahn trains, make sure it's disassembled and snugly packed in a case or cover with your name labeled on it, and you can bring it on board for free. You're also allowed one regular and one hand luggage item. Just ensure your bike doesn't get in the way of other travelers or block aisles.
Note: Special bikes aren't permitted, but if you're an international traveler, there's no need to worry about peak-time restrictions. Bicycle On Deutsche Bahn trains, make sure it's disassembled and snugly packed in a case or cover with your name labeled on it, and you can bring it on board for free. You're also allowed one regular and one hand luggage item. Just ensure your bike doesn't get in the way of other travelers or block aisles.
Note: Special bikes aren't permitted, but if you're an international traveler, there's no need to worry about peak-time restrictions.
WiFi ÖBB Intercity trains might not always have WiFi or an entertainment portal WiFi ÖBB Intercity trains might not always have WiFi or an entertainment portal
Quiet zone The Intercity doesn't have a quiet zone, but offers separate compartments for solo female travelers, breastfeeding mothers, and toddlers. Quiet zone The Intercity doesn't have a quiet zone, but offers separate compartments for solo female travelers, breastfeeding mothers, and toddlers.
Luggage You can bring luggage on all ÖBB Intercity trains for free. Just make sure it fits in the luggage areas and doesn't exceed 90 x 60 x 40cm. Items like skis, instruments, wheelchairs, and strollers are exceptions. Luggage You can bring luggage on all ÖBB Intercity trains for free. Just make sure it fits in the luggage areas and doesn't exceed 90 x 60 x 40cm. Items like skis, instruments, wheelchairs, and strollers are exceptions.
Accessibility ÖBB Intercity trains have accessible restrooms. There are also designated spaces for wheelchairs, often in First Class. Wheelchair users and their companion can sit in First Class using Second Class tickets and enjoy available services. Accessibility ÖBB Intercity trains have accessible restrooms. There are also designated spaces for wheelchairs, often in First Class. Wheelchair users and their companion can sit in First Class using Second Class tickets and enjoy available services.
Food and drink There's no restaurant on ÖBB Intercity trains, but feel free to bring your own snacks. Food and drink There's no restaurant on ÖBB Intercity trains, but feel free to bring your own snacks.
Air conditioning Travelers can enjoy air-conditioned open spaces or choose compartment seating. Air conditioning Travelers can enjoy air-conditioned open spaces or choose compartment seating.
Bicycle Foldable bikes can ride free on ÖBB Intercity trains, as long as they're within size limits. For regular bikes, buy a ticket and reserve space in advance online. Attach your bike reservation visibly for ticket checks Bicycle Foldable bikes can ride free on ÖBB Intercity trains, as long as they're within size limits. For regular bikes, buy a ticket and reserve space in advance online. Attach your bike reservation visibly for ticket checks
WiFi Deutsche Bahn is rolling out free WiFi on their IC trains, with some already offering the service. WiFi Deutsche Bahn is rolling out free WiFi on their IC trains, with some already offering the service.
Power sockets All seats in both classes have power sockets on DB IC trains. Power sockets All seats in both classes have power sockets on DB IC trains.
Luggage On IC trains, you can bring any amount of luggage without restrictions. Store small bags either in the overhead racks or beneath your seats. For bigger luggage items, use the racks found in the compartments or close to the exterior doors. Luggage On IC trains, you can bring any amount of luggage without restrictions. Store small bags either in the overhead racks or beneath your seats. For bigger luggage items, use the racks found in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.
Accessibility Deutsche Bahn's Mobility Service provides assistance for boarding, disembarking, and train transfers. Staff are on hand to address questions and ensure a smooth trip.
Accessibility Deutsche Bahn's Mobility Service provides assistance for boarding, disembarking, and train transfers. Staff are on hand to address questions and ensure a smooth trip.
Food and drink On the DB IC trains, there's a restaurant for meals or a bistro for snacks. You can eat at the bistro or in your seat. First Class passengers get free food at their seat. The menu changes but always has local food, including vegetarian and vegan choices. Food and drink On the DB IC trains, there's a restaurant for meals or a bistro for snacks. You can eat at the bistro or in your seat. First Class passengers get free food at their seat. The menu changes but always has local food, including vegetarian and vegan choices.
Air conditioning Intercity trains have air-conditioned sections. Air conditioning Intercity trains have air-conditioned sections.
Bicycle For IC trains, a ticket and reservation are required for bicycles, with the reservation cost included. Bikes are typically stored in second class carriages, though your seat may be elsewhere. Bicycle For IC trains, a ticket and reservation are required for bicycles, with the reservation cost included. Bikes are typically stored in second class carriages, though your seat may be elsewhere.
Services on board EuroCity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE) and DB - Intercity from Cologne to Zurich
Compare services on board when travelling from Cologne to Zurich by train.
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Cologne to Zurich CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
28.96kg
Bus
31.03kg
Flight
82.75kg
Car
66.2kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cologne to Zurich by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cologne and Zurich are 28.96kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cologne and Zurich? By taking the train between Cologne and Zurich you will save 53.79kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.07kg compared to a bus and 37.24kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Cologne to Zurich?
A train ticket from Cologne to Zurich is £123.24. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £59.16.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Cologne to Zurich?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Cologne to Zurich is £59.16. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Cologne and Zurich by train?
Cologne to Zurich is 257.09 mi.
How long does the train between Cologne and Zurich take?
Cologne to Zurich is on average 5 hrs 57 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 32 mins.
Which companies operate from Cologne to Zurich?
The train journey from Cologne to Zurich is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: EuroCity, ÖBB - Intercity, DB - InterCity Express (ICE), DB - Intercity and ÖBB - InterCity Express (ICE).
How many train connections per day go from Cologne to Zurich?
Cologne to Zurich has 19 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cologne to Zurich leave?
The earliest train from Cologne to Zurich departs at 03:49. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Cologne to Zurich depart?
The latest train from Cologne to Zurich departs at 18:27. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Cologne to Zurich in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £59.16 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Cologne to Zurich by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cologne and Zurich is 5 hrs 32 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cologne to Zurich?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cologne and Zurich.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cologne to Zurich by train?
The train journey from Cologne to Zurich creates 28.96kg of CO2 emissions.