Görlitz to Zurich by train

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Overview: trains from Görlitz to Zurich

Find the key information for travelling by train from Görlitz 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 04:23 View journey
Last train 23:20 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 9hr 47m View journey
Distance (km) 628
Trains / day 18 View all
Cheapest journey £63.88 View journey
Avg journey time 12hr 54m
Train operators 26

From Görlitz to Zurich by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Görlitz to Zurich by train. With 18 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 Görlitz and Zurich

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £63.88. 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 6 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.

Departure frequency and timetable from Görlitz to Zurich

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Görlitz to Zurich:

  • 05:25 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:20 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 04:23 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:19 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 38 minutes from Görlitz toward Zurich.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 18 trains serving this route each day.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Görlitz to Zurich?

On this route spanning 628 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 9 hours and 47 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Görlitz and Zurich?

You can secure tickets for travel between Görlitz and Zurich up to 6 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn more about train travel from Görlitz to Zurich

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

FAQs about the train journey from Görlitz to Zurich

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

The total journey from Görlitz to Zurich is 628 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.