From Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Zurich by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Zurich by train. With 2 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.

Cost of a train ticket between Cologne-Ehrenfeld and Zurich

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £48.88. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 2 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Zurich departure frequency and train timetable

With 2 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 6 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 23:35 and the last one is at 23:51. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 23:35, with the last one at 23:42.

Average train travel time from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Zurich

The quickest time by train is 8 hours and 14 minutes, travelling a total distance of 415 kilometres.

How far in advance Cologne-Ehrenfeld and Zurich tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Cologne-Ehrenfeld and Zurich are available 2 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 Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Zurich

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Cologne-Ehrenfeld and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Zurich city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Zurich by train?

The train journey between Cologne-Ehrenfeld and Zurich spans 415 kilometres.

How much does the train from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Zurich cost?

The minimum fare on this route is £48.88. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Zurich by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 2 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Cologne-Ehrenfeld to Zurich by train?

The fastest journey is 8 hours and 14 minutes.