Frankfurt am Main to Zürich Oerlikon by train

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Overview: trains from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich Oerlikon

Find the key information for travelling by train from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich Oerlikon, 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 02:36 View journey
Last train 23:06 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 8m View journey
Distance (km) 300
Trains / day 24 View all
Cheapest journey €88.23 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 13m
Train operators 14

From Frankfurt am Main to Zürich Oerlikon by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich Oerlikon by train. With 24 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 from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich Oerlikon

Ready to book tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich Oerlikon? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Frankfurt am Main and Zürich Oerlikon typically run €88.23.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 6 months in advance.

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Train times for travel from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich Oerlikon

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 02:43 and the last departure is 23:06. On weekends, the first train departs at 02:36 and the last train leaves at 22:06. On average, a total of 24 trains make this journey each day.

Train travel time and distance from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich Oerlikon

Trains can complete this route in as little as 4 hours and 8 minutes. The total distance travelled is 300 kilometres.

When do tickets between Frankfurt am Main and Zürich Oerlikon go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Frankfurt am Main and Zürich Oerlikon 6 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Maximising your travels to Zürich Oerlikon

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Zürich Oerlikon.

FAQs about the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich Oerlikon

Want to know more about your journey from Frankfurt am Main to Zürich Oerlikon? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Frankfurt am Main and Zürich Oerlikon by train is 300 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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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.