The average train between Zurich and Vechta takes 11h 8m and the fastest train takes 9h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Vechta. 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 5 times a day between Zurich and Vechta. 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 Vechta at 1:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 11h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Zurich to Vechta? 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 Vechta. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Vechta station via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.
Zurich to Vechta train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Vechta train services, operated by SBB GmbH, arrive at Vechta station.
Book your Zurich to Vechta train tickets online with SBB GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and NordWestBahn.
The distance between Zurich and Vechta is 596.3 km. The road distance is 846 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Vechta via Basel SBB and Osnabrück Hbf in around 9h 39m.