Paderborn to Zurich by train

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Overview: trains from Paderborn to Zurich

Find the key information for travelling by train from Paderborn to Zurich, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:11 View journey
Last train 23:15 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 6hr 44m View journey
Distance (km) 483
Trains / day 22 View all
Cheapest journey CA$204.10 View journey
Avg journey time 9hr 6m
Train operators 33

From Paderborn to Zurich by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Paderborn to Zurich by train. With 22 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Paderborn to Zurich

Getting from Paderborn to Zurich by rail typically costs CA$204.10, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train times for travel between Paderborn and Zurich

If you are taking the train from Paderborn to Zurich, you will have 22 trains each day (with a departure every 34 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:11. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:15. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:13, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:15.

How long is the train journey from Paderborn to Zurich?

This journey covers a total of 483 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 6 hours and 44 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets between Paderborn and Zurich?

Tickets along this route go on sale 7 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn more about train travel from Paderborn to Zurich

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Zurich city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Paderborn to Zurich

Want to know more about your journey from Paderborn to Zurich? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Paderborn and Zurich by train is 483 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.