Travelling by train from Weimar to Zurich

Ready to travel from Weimar to Zurich by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost for travel between Weimar and Zurich

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is CA$210.60, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 6 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between Weimar and Zurich

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 20 trains make this journey of 450 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Weimar is at 00:41 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:42.

During the weekend, 00:41 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:41 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 27 minutes.

Weimar to Zurich train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 450 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 6 hours and 34 minutes.

How far in advance Weimar and Zurich tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Weimar and Zurich are available 6 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Weimar 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.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Weimar to Zurich by train?

The train journey between Weimar and Zurich covers 450 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Weimar to Zurich?

The cheapest tickets for this route start at CA$210.60. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

How far in advance can I book my Weimar to Zurich train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 6 months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Weimar to Zurich?

The quickest journey is 6 hours and 34 minutes.