Arrival from Germany
Numerous German cities such as Berlin, Hamburg and Frankfurt are connected to Basel, Zurich, Berne, Lucerne, Chur, Thun and Interlaken via 40 daily connections.
On the train, travellers lack nothing at all: Restaurant, minibar, power outlets at the seat and ample legroom are standard conveniences on the ICE. A regular timetable and high flexibility ensure a smooth arrival from Germany.
The tri-national train runs daily from Frankfurt to Milano via Basel, Lucerne and Lugano.
| Direct connections | Duration | Times per day |
|---|---|---|
| Berlin – Frankfurt – Basel SBB – Interlaken Ost | 10 h | up to 3 |
| Dortmund/Köln – Mannheim – Basel SBB | 5 h 10 min | up to 2 |
| Hamburg – Frankfurt – Basel SBB – Zürich – Chur | 9 h | up to 2 |
| Stuttgart – Singen – Zürich | 3 h | up to 8 |
| München – Lindau – Zürich | 4 h 45 min | up to 3* |
| Frankfurt – Basel SBB – Luzern – Lugano | 6 h 25 min | once |
| Overnight connections: Hamburg – Hannover – Basel – Zürich | 12 h 40 min | once |
| Overnight connections: Berlin – Basel – Zürich | 12 h 35 min | once |
*IC buses travel the route between Munich and Zurich up to seven times daily, a service in addition to train connections.
Travel classes
- 1st class
- 2nd class
Available for 1st and 2nd class
- On-board restaurant and / or minibar
- Free WiFi / on-board entertainment “ICE portal”
- Power outlet at the seat
- Special coaches: children’s and quiet compartment
Available exclusively for 1st class
- Access to DB lounges
- More space and spacious, comfortable seats
- At-seat food and beverages service
- Free daily newspapers
Timetable
Standard fare
- Full flexibility (free choice of train)
- Seat reservation not included in the fare but optional and recommended (included in 1st class fare)
- Ticket bookable from 180 days prior to departure
Supersaver fare
- Saver and supersaver fares available
- Valid only on the booked date and train
- Cannot be combined with other discounts
- Limited number of tickets available
- Seat reservation not included but possible and recommended
- Ticket bookable from 180 days prior to departure
Link for direct booking: Deutsche Bahn
Note for Nightjet connections: both standard fare and supersaver night fare only valid on the booked train
