Zurich to Frankfurt Airport by train

Travelling from Zurich to Frankfurt Airport by train

Want to know how to get from Zurich to Frankfurt Airport by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Zurich to Frankfurt Airport take around 3 hours and 52 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 297 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Zurich is scheduled to depart at around  00:08. The last departure is usually at around 23:36 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Zurich at around 00:58, with the last train leaving at around 23:39. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 24 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$42.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Frankfurt Airport, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Frankfurt Airport.

Is there a direct train from Zurich to Frankfurt Airport?

The journey between Zurich and Frankfurt Airport usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Zurich to Frankfurt Airport every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Zurich to Frankfurt Airport?

The Zurich to Frankfurt Airport train travel takes about 3 hours and 52 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Zurich to Frankfurt Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Frankfurt Airport leaving Zurich at around 00:08 and the last train leaving at around 23:36 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Zurich at around 00:58, with the final departure at 23:39.