The average train between Zurich and Merseburg takes 11h 23m and the fastest train takes 9h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Merseburg. 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 Merseburg. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Merseburg at 12:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 11h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Zurich to Merseburg? 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 Merseburg. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Merseburg station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.
Zurich to Merseburg train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Merseburg train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Halle(Saale)Hbf station.
Book your Zurich to Merseburg train tickets online with SBB GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional).
The distance between Zurich and Merseburg is 508.5 km. The road distance is 780 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Merseburg Hbf via Basel SBB, Frankfurt, and Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 8h 27m.