Zurich to Saarbrücken by train

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Overview: trains from Zurich to Saarbrücken

Find the key information for travelling by train from Zurich to Saarbrücken, 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 00:08 View journey
Last train 23:36 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr View journey
Distance (km) 237
Trains / day 21 View all
Cheapest journey US$42.50 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 51m
Train operators 20

Travelling from Zurich to Saarbrücken by train

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

The fastest trains from Zurich to Saarbrücken take around 5 hours, covering a distance of approximately 237 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Zurich is scheduled to depart at around  00:08. The last departure is usually at around 22:36 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Zurich at around 01:02, with the last train leaving at around 23:36. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 21 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 31 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$42.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Saarbrücken, 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 Saarbrücken.

Is there a direct train from Zurich to Saarbrücken?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Zurich to Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken?

The Zurich to Saarbrücken train travel takes about 5 hours, no matter when you leave.

What are the Zurich to Saarbrücken train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Saarbrücken leaving Zurich at around 00:08 and the last train leaving at around 22:36 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Zurich at around 01:02, with the final departure at 23:36.

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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.