Explore Zurich to Munich by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Zurich to Munich aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Zurich to Munich

Getting from Zurich to Munich by rail typically costs US$41.50, but runs about US$52 if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to US$98. 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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Zurich to Munich daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Munich on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 14 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:35: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 19:33: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:35: departure of first train on weekends

  • 19:33: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 50 minutes: frequency of train departures

Travel time and distance between Zurich and Munich

The route’s fastest journey takes 3 hours and 30 minutes, covering a total of 241 kilometres.

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

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

Making the most of your trip to Munich

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Munich.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Zurich to Munich by train?

The trip from Zurich to Munich covers a distance of 241 kilometres.

What is the Zurich to Munich train ticket price?

The cheapest ticket on this route runs US$41.50. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost US$52. If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around US$98.

When are tickets available for booking for travel from Zurich to Munich by train?

You can purchase tickets for this journey 6 months ahead of the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Zurich to Munich by train?

The fastest journey is 3 hours and 30 minutes.