The average train between Detmold and Zurich takes 8h 44m and the fastest train takes 7h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Detmold to Zurich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Detmold and Zurich. The earliest departure is at 5:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Detmold is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Zurich at 1:24 PM. All services require a transfer at Altenbeken and take an average of 8h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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8h 6m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Detmold to Zurich? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Detmold to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Detmold station and arriving at Zurich station via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.
Detmold to Zurich train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Altenbeken station.
Detmold to Zurich train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Zürich HB station.
Book your Detmold to Zurich train tickets online with Eurobahn, National Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Detmold and Zurich is 508.9 km. The road distance is 726 km.
You can take a train from Detmold, Bahnhof to Zürich HB via Altenbeken, Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, and Basel SBB in around 8h 24m.