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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich
Cheapest price
39S$
Average price
77S$
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich will cost around 77S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 39S$.
Of the 20 trains that leave Lindau (Bodensee) for Zurich every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EC 1904:52 PM1h36Lindau-Reutin station6:28 PMZurich HB39 S$1One-way0 changes
IR 3268+
REX 711:51 AM2h01Lindau-Reutin station1:52 PMZurich HB72 S$1One-way1 change- EC 1988:52 AM1h36Lindau-Reutin station10:28 AMZurich HB73 S$1One-way0 changes
- EC 19412:52 PM1h36Lindau-Reutin station2:28 PMZurich HB73 S$1One-way0 changes
- EC 19610:52 AM1h36Lindau-Reutin station12:28 PMZurich HB73 S$1One-way0 changes
- EC 1988:52 AM1h36Lindau-Reutin station10:28 AMZurich HB73 S$1One-way0 changes
- EC 19412:52 PM1h36Lindau-Reutin station2:28 PMZurich HB73 S$1One-way0 changes
- EC 19610:52 AM1h36Lindau-Reutin station12:28 PMZurich HB73 S$1One-way0 changes
- EC 1904:52 PM1h36Lindau-Reutin station6:28 PMZurich HB39 S$1One-way0 changes
- EC 1922:52 PM1h36Lindau-Reutin station4:28 PMZurich HB73 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 20S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 20S$, and a train costs an average of 25S$.
Distance: 88 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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68S$ Average Price | 21S$ Average Price Cheapest |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich trains for today, Tuesday, 18 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 192 | 2:52 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1h36 | 4:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
 S 1 · S 3 · IR 2224 · IC 728 | 2:55 PM Lindau-Insel | 2h27 | 5:22 PM Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
| REX 25931 · S 3 · IR 3276 | On time 3:25 PM Lindau-Insel | 2h27 | 5:52 PM Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| R 25981 · S 3 · IR 2226 · IC 730 | On time 3:57 PM Lindau-Insel | 2h25 | 6:22 PM Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
| EC 190 | 4:52 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1h36 | 6:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 1 · RJX 19937 · RJX 13470 | 4:55 PM Lindau-Insel | 2h33 | 7:28 PM Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| S 1 · S 3 · IR 2228 · IC 732 | 4:55 PM Lindau-Insel | 2h27 | 7:22 PM Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
 S 1+RJX19937 · RJX13470 | 4:59 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 2h29 | 7:28 PM Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| REX 25892 · IR 3280 | On time 5:47 PM Lindau-Insel | 2h05 | 7:52 PM Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| REX 7+IR 3280 | 5:51 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 2h01 | 7:52 PM Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| S 1 · S 3 · IR 2230 · IC 734 | 5:55 PM Lindau-Insel | 2h27 | 8:22 PM Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
| EC 98 | 6:52 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1h36 | 8:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| REX 1+EC 13472 | 6:59 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 2h29 | 9:28 PM Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| EC 96 | 8:52 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1h36 | 10:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| REX 1+RJX13474 | 8:59 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 2h29 | 11:28 PM Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| EC 94 | 10:52 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1h36 | 12:28 AM Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday, 19 August | |||||
| EC 198 | 8:52 AM Lindau-Reutin station | 1h36 | 10:28 AM Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 1 · S 3 · IR 2212 · IC 716 | 8:56 AM Lindau-Insel | 2h26 | 11:22 AM Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
| REX 25913 · S 3 · IR 3264 | On time 9:25 AM Lindau-Insel | 2h27 | 11:52 AM Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| R 25965 · S 3 · IR 2214 · IC 718 | On time 9:55 AM Lindau-Insel | 2h27 | 12:22 PM Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
| EC 196 | 10:52 AM Lindau-Reutin station | 1h36 | 12:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 1 · RJX 19915 · RJ 13478 | 10:55 AM Lindau-Insel | 2h33 | 1:28 PM Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| S 1 · S 3 · IR 2216 · IC 720 | 10:55 AM Lindau-Insel | 2h27 | 1:22 PM Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
S 1+RJX19915+ RJ 13478 | 10:59 AM Lindau-Reutin station | 2h29 | 1:28 PM Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| REX 25886 · IR 3268 | On time 11:47 AM Lindau-Insel | 2h05 | 1:52 PM Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| REX 7+IR 3268 | 11:51 AM Lindau-Reutin station | 2h01 | 1:52 PM Zurich HB | 1 change | |
| R 25971 · S 3 · IR 2218 · IC 722 | On time 11:55 AM Lindau-Insel | 2h27 | 2:22 PM Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
| EC 194 | 12:52 PM Lindau-Reutin station | 1h36 | 2:28 PM Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
| REX 25923 · S 3 · IR 2220 · IC 724 | On time 12:55 PM Lindau-Insel | 2h27 | 3:22 PM Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
| REX 25925 · S 3 · IR 3272 | On time 1:25 PM Lindau-Insel | 2h27 | 3:52 PM Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| S 1 · S 3 · IR 2222 · IC 726 | 1:55 PM Lindau-Insel | 2h27 | 4:22 PM Zurich HB | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich
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Switzerland
Trains from Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 25S$ but you can travel from only 20S$ by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price 25S$ |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, Westbahn from Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, Westbahn trains will get you between Lindau (Bodensee) and Zurich from 20S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Westbahn
EuroNight
FAQs: Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lindau (Bodensee) and Zurich
Most Lindau (Bodensee) to Zurich trains use the Lindau-Reutin to Zürich HB station pair, with some services arriving at Zürich Oerlikon. Use this guide to compare Lindau (Bodensee) and Zurich train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lindau (Bodensee) station do trains to Zurich leave from?
Getting to Lindau-Reutin from Lindau (Bodensee) city centre
Lindau-Reutin is 1 km from Lindau (Bodensee) city centre. Public transport options include:
Lindau-Reutin train station facilities and services
Lindau-Reutin has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bodenseehotel, Dodici, Crêpes Inn, Das Restaurant von Feneberg
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lindau-Reutin. ATMs are available at Lindau-Reutin.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lindau-Reutin. Information desks are available at Lindau-Reutin.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lindau-Reutin. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lindau-Reutin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lindau-Reutin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lindau-Reutin.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bodenseehotel, Am Rehberg, Hotel Reulein, Köchlin.
Getting to Lindau-Insel from Lindau (Bodensee) city centre
Lindau-Insel train station facilities and services
Lindau-Insel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Italienisches Eiskaffee, Ottimo, Alte Post, Café Schreier
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lindau-Insel. ATMs are available at Lindau-Insel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lindau-Insel. Information desks are available at Lindau-Insel.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lindau-Insel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lindau-Insel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lindau-Insel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lindau-Insel.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Reutemann, Hotel Helvetia, Lindauer Hof, Zum Stift.
Getting to Lindau-Aeschach from Lindau (Bodensee) city centre
Lindau-Aeschach is 1 km from Lindau (Bodensee) city centre. Public transport options include:
Lindau-Aeschach train station facilities and services
Lindau-Aeschach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rebstock, NO NAME, Eiscafé Venezia, Asia Bambusgarten
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Lindau-Aeschach. ATMs are available at Lindau-Aeschach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lindau-Aeschach. Information desks are available at Lindau-Aeschach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lindau-Aeschach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lindau-Aeschach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lindau-Aeschach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lindau-Aeschach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Café Ebner, Max, Am Rehberg, Schöngarten Garni.
Which Zurich station do trains from Lindau (Bodensee) arrive at?
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services
Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
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