Train Stuttgart → Zürich
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Connection reliability
How likely you are to make a typical connection with a 15 min transfer.
89 % of connections are caught. Connection usually works.
| Train type | Reliability | Catch rate | Observations |
|---|---|---|---|
| IC | Connection almost always caught | 91 % | 1,061,383 |
| ICE | Connection reliably caught | 89 % | 8,615,129 |
Data last updated: 10/11/2026
By train from Stuttgart to Zürich
An important rail connection: The train connection from Stuttgart to Zürich is one of the important rail routes in Germany. On the IC you reach your destination in just 2h 58m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 163 kilometers and is served by about 8 trains every day. Despite the lower frequency, you will still find suitable connections for your trip.
Infrastructure:Fernverkehr (IC/ICE)
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Available train types
This route is served by IC, ICE.
The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.
The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.
Travel sustainably
Taking the train from Stuttgart to Zürich saves you about 18 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 36 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train journey from Stuttgart to Zürich?
The fastest connection from Stuttgart to Zürich takes 2h 58m. The average travel time is 3h 39m.
How many trains run daily from Stuttgart to Zürich?
About 8 trains run daily on the Stuttgart - Zürich route. Train types include IC, ICE.
What is the route from Stuttgart to Zürich?
The direct connection covers 163 km.
How likely am I to catch my connection from Stuttgart to Zürich?
89 % of connections are caught. Connection usually works.
Which train is the most punctual on the Stuttgart–Zürich route?
There are not yet enough observations per train for Stuttgart–Zürich.
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All connectionsSchedule data last updated: 11/10/2026· Live data refreshed in real time
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Last update: April 2026
