Travelling by train from Gießen to Zurich

Ready to travel from Gießen 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.

Cost of train tickets between Gießen and Zurich

The cheapest train tickets from Gießen to Zurich start at US$71.00. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Gießen to Zurich is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 7 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Departure frequency and timetable from Gießen to Zurich

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

  • 00:08 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:55 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 00:08 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 19:54 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 40 minutes from Gießen toward Zurich.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 24 trains serving this route each day.

Train travel time and distance from Gießen to Zurich

Trains can complete this route in as little as 5 hours and 1 minute. The total distance travelled is 356 kilometres.

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

Tickets along this route go on sale 7 and a half 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.

More information on train travel from Gießen to Zurich

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Zurich city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Gießen and Zurich by train?

The train journey from Gießen to Zurich covers 356 kilometres in total.

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

The cheapest tickets for this route start at US$71.00. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Gießen to Zurich?

Tickets for travel between Gießen to Zurich are available 7 and a half months before departure.

How long does the train take from Gießen to Zurich?

The fastest journey by train is 5 hours and 1 minute.