From Paderborn to Zurich by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Paderborn to Zurich by train. With 21 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 US$166.50, 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 21 trains each day (with a departure every 37 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.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Paderborn to Zurich by train?

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

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

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at US$166.50. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Paderborn to Zurich?

You can book your tickets 7 months in advance for this route.

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

The fastest jouney takes 6 hours and 44 minutes.