The average train between Zurich and Erstein takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Erstein. 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 4 times a day between Zurich and Erstein. The earliest departure is at 6:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 6:34 PM which arrives into Erstein at 9:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Mulhouse and take an average of 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Zurich to Erstein? 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 Zurich to Erstein. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Erstein station via Mulhouse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Zurich to Erstein train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Erstein train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Selestat station.
Book your Zurich to Erstein train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Zurich and Erstein is 134.8 km. The road distance is 210 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Erstein via Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, and Selestat in around 3h 29m.