Night Trains Europe
Traveling by night train in Europe offers an environmentally friendly alternative to flying, significantly reducing CO₂ emissions. It also saves valuable daytime and the cost of a hotel stay, as you can sleep comfortably overnight and arrive at a new destination in the morning. In a sleeper car, you enjoy peace and privacy, contributing to a restful journey. Night trains also allow you to arrive directly in city centres, avoiding stressful transfers.
Nightjet routes from Zurich
Night trains are currently experiencing a revival due to increased awareness of environmental issues. We therefore recommend booking sleeper compartments early, especially during the most popular travel months and on weekends.
Travel comfortably by night train (from Zurich):
to Vienna in 10h 55min (once daily)
to Graz in 10h 55min (once daily)
to Berlin in 11 hours
to Hamburg in 10 hours
to Amsterdam in 12 hours
New Nightjet trains to Hamburg and Vienna
A new era of comfortable overnight travel begins: the new-generation Nightjet now connects Zurich and Basel directly with Hamburg – more modern, more sustainable, and more comfortable than ever before. The journey to northern Germany becomes an experience that starts as soon as you board.
From 15 June 2026, the new Nightjet will also run to Vienna, bringing you comfortably to the Austrian capital.
ÖBB Nightjet
Travel comfortably by night train from Zurich to many destinations across Europe. Whether you book an affordable seat, spend the night in a couchette, or enjoy the comfort of a bed in a sleeper car, a variety of accommodation options are available. Whether you are travelling alone, with your family, or as a group—you are sure to find the option that suits you best. This unique way of travelling is something everyone should experience at least once.
Travel relaxed by night train (from Zurich):
to Vienna in 10h 55min (once daily)
to Graz in 10h 55min (once daily)
to Berlin in 11 hours
to Hamburg in 10 hours
to Amsterdam in 12 hours
EuroNight
In cooperation with partner railways, ÖBB offers additional connections. Partner railways include Croatian Railways (HZ), Czech Railways (ČD), Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Polish Railways (PKP), and Slovak Railways (ZSSK). These partners are also responsible for operating the carriages and providing onboard service, which means that the scope and quality of services, as well as the trains used, may differ from the ÖBB Nightjet offering.
EuroNight connections (from Vienna):
Germany: Berlin, Munich, Stuttgart, Dresden, Leipzig
Hungary: Budapest
Slovakia: Bratislava
Croatia: Split, Rijeka
Austria: Graz
Poland: Warsaw
Czech Republic: Prague
Slovenia: Ljubljana
